Ingredient appreciation — what makes Tabbouleh special

What sets Tabbouleh apart is the handling of sumac. In lesser versions this is treated as a background note. Here it's central and the fresh and citrusy result shows it. I've started buying it to cook with at home after this experience.

Lebanese hospitality is expressed through abundance on the table. The a Middle Eastern restaurant abroad atmosphere was right for this kind of food. I had Lebanese wine as recommended and it matched well. If you want to understand what makes this cuisine distinctive, Tabbouleh is the place to start.