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\"My<\/a>
My friend Bruce “Sr Plata” in front of Yasmine’s<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Never mind an Emmy.\u00a0 If the Hollywood Reporter<\/a><\/em> and the Huffington Post<\/a><\/em> have their way, comedian Larry David might qualify for the Nobel Peace Prize.\u00a0 That is if a 2011 episode of Curb Your Enthusiasm can do what diplomats and politicians have failed to do over the years.\u00a0 In the episode, entitled Palestinian Chicken<\/em>, Larry discovers a Palestinian restaurant that serves the tastiest chicken in Los Angeles.\u00a0 The problem is that the restaurant is owned and operated by anti-Semitic Palestinians and Larry is Jewish.\u00a0 <\/span><\/p>\n

Now, Larry could hardly be considered a peace-maker by any stretch of the imagination.\u00a0 In fact, his lusty ardor for both the chicken and the restaurant’s proprietor, override his loyalty to Judaism and the local Jewish community.\u00a0 The episode so impressed Alan Dershowitz, appellate adviser to O.J. Simpson’s defense team, that he sent a copy to Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu with the suggestion that he invite Palestinian President Abbas over to watch it with him.\u00a0 Dershowitz’s theory: “maybe if they both get a good laugh, they can begin a negotiating process.”<\/span><\/p>\n

\"The<\/a>
The interior of Yasmine’s<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Negotiating world peace over dinner isn’t exactly a novel concept.\u00a0 A New York group named World Peace, One Falafel at a Time<\/em> aims to bring Jews, Muslims and people of other faiths together over food.\u00a0 The group’s mission statement is clear: Through a shared plate of food we create a common ground that fosters trust and understanding. When people share a simple meal together, boundaries disappear, discussion becomes possible, and healing can begin. We come together not as a meeting of a thousand, but as one hundred meetings of ten.\u00a0<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

It wasn’t world peace my friend Bruce “Sr. Plata” and I had in mind when we set foot in Yasmine’s Cafe one fine May day in 2013.\u00a0 It was whirled chickpeas (hummus) which beckoned.\u00a0 We wanted to give chickpeas a chance.\u00a0 It was Sr. Plata’s inaugural visit to Yasmine’s and my first visit in nearly five years.\u00a0 A lot has changed in five years.<\/span><\/p>\n

\"Hot<\/a>
Hot pita bread<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Yasmine’s, which launched in late 2003, was one of several Mediterranean and Middle Eastern restaurants which launched in the Duke City during the century’s first decade.\u00a0 Albuquerque’s climate and topography is somewhat similar to that of the Mediterranean region, but it’s more likely that the explosion (more like a cap pistol than dynamite) in Middle Eastern restaurants in the city is because Albuquerque has finally become sufficiently metropolitan in size, population and sophistication to host several good to outstanding Middle Eastern restaurants? Whatever the reason for that growth, local diners are grateful.<\/span><\/p>\n

Named for one of the original owner’s daughters, Yasmine’s offers all the traditional favorites of the Middle East region. It has the authentic look and feel of a restaurant somewhere in the cradle of civilization and is a welcome departure from the boring sameness of chains.\u00a0 Yasmine’s is owned by a Palestinian family and has developed a wide reputation as a haven not only for Muslims, but for anyone craving authentic and delicious Mediterranean cuisine.<\/span><\/p>\n

\"Baba<\/a>
Baba Ghanoush<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

A set of\u00a0Islamic Shari\u02bbah dietary laws called “halal” regulates the preparation of foods (not just meat) at Yasmine’s Cafe. Halal, a term which translates to “permitted” means all food must pass strict dietary guidelines very similar to kosher rules. No antibiotics and hormones are permitted on meats and all animals must be treated humanely from field to table.\u00a0 The person slaughtering an animal must evoke the name of Allah during the slaughter.\u00a0 Pork is strictly forbidden.\u00a0 <\/span><\/p>\n

The menu at Yasmine’s showcases the cuisine of the Mediterranean not inclusive of the foods of Spain, France and Italy.\u00a0 It demonstrates the commonalities of regional foods, preparation styles and spices that cross cultural and religious barriers.\u00a0 It showcases the foods of Palestine, Israel, Turkey, Greece and even parts of North Africa.\u00a0 Rotisserie chicken is on the menu, but you’ve got call in an order a day in advance.\u00a0 Otherwise, every other item is available on-the-spot and ordered from a counter.<\/span><\/p>\n

\"Stuffed<\/a>
Stuffed Eggplant<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Baba Ghanoush<\/em>, a smoky dip made from eggplant and tahini with a smooth, creamy texture is one of the most popular starters at Yasmine’s and is served with one of the vegetarian platters, too. It makes the perfect dip for the warm, fresh out-of-the-oven pita bread<\/em>.\u00a0 Open up the pita bread and wisps of fragrant steam escape, an olfactory invitation to an addictive pita.\u00a0 The baba ghanoush, while texturally a success, isn’t spiced quite as heavily as at other Mediterranean restaurants.\u00a0 That is a common theme at Yasmine’s.\u00a0 <\/span><\/p>\n

Another popular starter is the stuffed eggplant<\/em>, four eggplant slices stuffed with rice, onion and the restaurant’s special blend of spices.\u00a0 One of the telltale signs of fresh eggplant is its freshness, characterized by an absence of bitterness and the strange “metallic” taste sometimes found in poorly prepared eggplant.\u00a0 Yasmine’s stuffed eggplant is perfectly prepared.\u00a0 It’s neither too mushy nor too chewy.\u00a0 The rice is moist and flavorful with a subtle spice blend that doesn’t dominate the flavor profile.<\/span><\/p>\n

\"Mexiterranean<\/a>
Mexiterranean Burger<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

One of the more intriguing items on the menu is called the Mexiterranean Burger<\/em>, perhaps the most unique version of the green chile cheeseburger in New Mexico.\u00a0 The patty is made from a marinated ground beef\u00a0charbroiled and stuffed in a pita then topped with onions, Provolone cheese, tomatoes, tzadziki sauce and Hatch green chile.\u00a0 It’s not only a unique take on a burger, it’s a rather delicious one.\u00a0 As with far too many green chile cheeseburgers, the chile isn’t especially piquant.\u00a0 <\/span><\/p>\n

Fortunately Yasmine’s condiment offerings include a hot sauce that emboldens the flavors of everything to which it is added.\u00a0 The hot sauce is a Day-Glo colored orange sauce with a peppery piquancy reminiscent of fine cayenne.\u00a0 Best of all, it’s not vinegary as some hot sauces tend to be.\u00a0 This hot sauce is a huge hit on the burger, but even moreso on the accompanying French fries.\u00a0 The fries are strictly out-of-the-bag, but douse them in the hot sauce and their flavor is improved exponentially.<\/span><\/p>\n

\"Chicken<\/a>
Chicken Shawarma<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The Chicken Shawarma<\/em>, boneless chicken marinated in special spices, slowly roasted and thinly sliced is apportioned generously and served on a bed of fluffy rice with lettuce, tomatoes, and red onions on the side.\u00a0 Ask for a side of sumac to add just a bit of tartness to what is surprisingly an under-seasoned entree.\u00a0 There’s no disputing the quality of the boneless chicken, but a more liberal use of spices would improve its flavor profile. So will the aforementioned hot sauce.\u00a0 <\/span><\/p>\n

The original owners of Yasmine’s made the very best pistachio baklava in New Mexico.\u00a0 It was one of my very favorite desserts and best reason for the restaurant.\u00a0 Alas, pistachio baklava is no longer on the menu, but the baklava<\/em> on the menu is stuffed with finely crushed walnuts.\u00a0 The walnuts cut the cloying taste of honey to prevent a mad sugar rush, but they’re not quite as wonderful as the pistachios.\u00a0 We found the layers of phyllo pastry somewhat chewy with little flakiness.
\n<\/span><\/p>\n

\"Walnut<\/a>
Walnut Baklava<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Yasmine’s Cafe offers several delicious choices for vegetarians and vegans.\u00a0 Frankly, it offers something for just about every discerning diner.\u00a0 It’s the type of restaurant in which peace talks could certainly be inspired.<\/span><\/p>\n

Yasmine’s Cafe<\/strong>
\n1600 Central, S.E.
\nAlbuquerque, New Mexico<\/strong>
\n(505) 242-1980
\nLATEST VISIT<\/strong>: 1 May 2013
\n# OF VISITS<\/strong>: 7
\nRATING<\/strong>: Good<\/strong><\/span>\u00a0\u2013 good food, decent service, and a clean environment; provides a satisfactory, dependable, and standard experience
\nCOST<\/strong>: $$
\nBEST BET<\/strong>: Baba Ganouj, Walnut Baklava, Chicken Shawarma, Mexiterranean Burger, Stuffed Eggplant, Pita Bread<\/span><\/p>\n

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