Imad Alarnab returns to his roots with Aram, a Syrian-inspired venture at Somerset House's south wing.
◆The Brief
- Aram by Imad Alarnab opens at Somerset House's south wing
- Syrian-inspired menu features shakshuka and zaatar croissants with glazed halloumi
- Cultural culinary events enhance breakfast and lunch offerings
- Ideal for business lunches or post-gallery visits at Somerset House
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The Concept
Imad Alarnab's Aram inhabits the luminous rooms of Somerset House's south wing, a tribute to the ancient Syrian land. Known for his transformative supper clubs, Alarnab charts a course from Damascus to London, offering a menu that honours Syrian and East Mediterranean flavours. Breakfast and lunch are complemented by an agenda of cultural gastronomic events, ensuring Aram is both a dining and cultural destination.
What to Expect
Step into a space where pistachio and saffron tones define the dining rooms, leading from a vibrant deli counter stocked with carob syrup and roasted nuts. The menu spans from shakshuka to zaatar croissants filled with glazed halloumi, while the express lunch tempts with salads and protein served with pitta. The spiced pomegranate fizz is a refreshing match for the pistachio and rose cake, a dessert with a rose jam core that's as artful as it is delicious.
The Verdict
Aram enriches Somerset House's dining landscape, perfect for business lunches or post-gallery visits. Seek out the warm zaatar croissant. Arrive mid-morning for a quieter moment at the deli.
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