While I was staying in Amsterdam, my Airbnb hostess suggested that I try out Restaurant Sham, since she knew I was a travel and food blogger. This restaurant is a favorite amongst the locals, and only a couple of blocks from where I was staying, it sounded perfect.
Restaurant Sham was perfect- the upscale casual atmosphere, the attentive and friendly staff, and of course the sumptuous Syrian food placed on the table.
The service and food at Sham was outstanding. Everyone was excited to share their love for their traditional food, and explained how the dishes were prepared. It was suggested that I try the various kabobs, so I could taste how each one was different. The kabobs were flavorful and delicious, as well as all of the dishes that I had tried.
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–On the Table–
Red Wine
A glass of the red house wine to start.
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Mashawi Mshakkaleh
Mix of shish taouk, kabab and shekaf – charcoaled grilled.
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Hummus
Chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, garlic, olive oil, and yoghurt.
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Vegetable Salad
Tomatoes, red onion, tomatoes, pomegranate seeds, and fresh greens tossed in a light herbed vinaigrette dressing.
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Rice Pilaf
Seasoned long rice, mix grains, green peas, and toasted slivered almonds.
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Syrian Tea
Traditional herbal and aromatic tea for digestion
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Syrische Baklava
Filo pastry filled with pistachio.
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Sham Restaurant definitely knows how to put on a beautiful spread of Syrian dishes, with their colorful presentations and outstanding flavors- Well done!
For restaurant information and location, please visit their website – Restaurant Sham
For my Five Star YELP Review – Read Trixie N.‘s review of Sham on Yelp
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