From time to time, this tiny restaurant transforms into the ideal setting to enjoy a memorable dining experience. The decor takes you straight back to Morocco while the food is absolutely delectable.
Chef Aneesa Waheed and Muntasim Shoaib have established a mini-Moroccan chain with locations in Schenectady, Troy, Guilderland, and Wildwood, NJ. Their menu offers traditional Moroccan fare along with unique twists.
Tara Kitchen has provided worldly yet accessible comfort food at an accessible price for nearly a decade, first as a booth at Schenectady Green Market and now with multiple locations throughout both Capital Region and NYC as well as Guilderland and Wildwood NJ.
Visit either of the Manhattan locations is like entering a Moroccan dream. Their interiors are vibrant and welcoming, with thoughtfully chosen furnishings such as Moroccan textiles, bottles of wine and artwork by local artists all adding visual interest and artistic charm.
Menu offerings at Tribeca Citizen Restaurant span a vibrant range of flavors, from delicately spiced lamb cigars to the Essaouira plate which features seafood including scallops and shrimp sprinkled with light oceanic-inspired spices to enhance oceanic flavors. Plus, its relaxed environment makes this spot great for families. Sign up to receive Tribeca Citizen newsletter by entering your email address into the box on the right column; at any point in time you may opt-out at your leisure.
Tara Kitchen has long been recognized for serving delicious, vibrant cuisine that delights people all across the Capital Region and Wildwood NJ. Their recipes have been fine-tuned over the years to take advantage of chef Aneesa's skill at creating deceptively harmonious combinations of tastes that delight visitors to their locations.
The menu here features dishes prepared in a tagine, a clay apparatus that enables slow and low cooking. Lamb and chicken options as well as vegetable dishes like r'fissa are delicately spiced for maximum tenderness and flavor.
Service is fast and courteous; the atmosphere is comfortable with fancy decor; this casual dining spot makes an excellent option. Visitors can order takeout for any dish they like - cheesecake is definitely something to try here - plus you can enjoy mint tea, iced tea and Moroccan tea as well! Prices are very affordable while food quality is top notch.
Guilderland boasts several popular dining options. Notable among these restaurants is Tara Kitchen, serving exquisite Moroccan comfort food in an intimate atmosphere. Their tagine dishes crafted in traditional cookware should not be missed! Their recipes have been perfected over years of refined creation to bring forth delicious comfort food with an intimate home-style flavor reminiscent of home cooking.
Town residents also can enjoy various recreational activities in Tawasentha Park year-round for hiking, skiing, swimming and other outdoor pursuits such as Tawasentha Park's year-round outdoor skating rink. Furthermore, summer day and sports camps operate within town boundaries as well.
The town's schools provide a stimulating program of study that motivates students to pursue advanced educational studies or enter the workforce. The curriculum builds students' confidence as learners, fosters a passion for learning, and equips them with essential democratic participation skills - while simultaneously expanding students' awareness of themselves as part of society and understanding their world as part of themselves.
Tara Kitchen in Tribeca is the newest offering from restaurateur Aneesa Waheed. Showcasing Moroccan flavors without being spicy, its menu boasts vibrant but not fiery dishes like blackened tilefish on crawfish etouffee and grilled shrimp served in tomato coulis with mustard.
At this visit, we spoke with Aneesa Shoaib about the challenges associated with running her business during a pandemic and how she and Muntasim Shoaib manage to remain positive during these trying times. Her energy was contagious and passion for her work unbreakable.
Modern day energy meets traditional craftsmanship in Wildwood's new collection. Drawing inspiration from nature-inspired shapes and forms, earth-inspired products exude refined rustic sensibility through materials like woven rattan, brushed finishes and textural play - with sculptural pieces adding depth and intrigue.
