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One World Eats features Mediterranean cuisine |
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Friday, 24 July 2009 |
New eatery integrates food,
international art
By Catherine Billey
Mammoth Times Staff Writer
 Mammoth Times Photo/dave balcom Mammoth’s newest restaurant fuses Greek, Armenian and Spanish tastes. It’s on Main Street, in the location formerly occupied by Matsu.
One World Eats, which opened on Main Street the first week of July, promises to be Mammoth’s own newcomer joining in that tradition.
“We don’t use any artificial tenderizers, lard or chemicals in our food,” said Angela Barseghian, organizer, promoter and manager of the restaurant.
“We use olive oil and non-cholesteral, light salad oil. We don’t deep fry.”
The number of nation-states around the Mediterranean Sea inspired the cuisine, which features an unusual influence of spices and herbs.
“It’s a fusion of Greek, Armenian and Spanish,” Barseghian said of her restaurant. “Currently, we have a very simple menu featuring a variety of meats and falafel. We have a different, delicious tahini sauce that we use.”
Fare is offered in moderate portions she described as “European,” but not necessarily “small plates.”
“We don’t overdo it. That’s why the prices are moderate – for moderate portions.”
And for those who crave a feast for the eyes, One World Eats is enhanced by unique international and local art (which is available for purchase). A portion of the sales proceeds will go to charity and art promotion, according to Barseghian.
Currently on display are three artists: Hideo Sakata, born in Nagasaki, Japan; Vera Arutyunyan, an Armenian who has also exhibited at the Louvre in Paris, France; and Norma Jean Squires, born in Toronto, Canada.
“On August 5, I have a local artist, Hannah Gold, joining these three – so it will be local, as well as international.”
Jazz or ethnic music is likely to be playing in the background for those who venture forth – and for those who enjoy sitting outside with their glass of wine or beer and an appetizer, two tables are placed outside. |
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Last Updated ( Friday, 31 July 2009 )
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