New snack bar Arabesque brings Syrian delicacies to Schmalkalden!

New snack bar Arabesque brings Syrian delicacies to Schmalkalden!

Things are getting international in Schmalkalden: A new snack bar called “Arabesque” has opened its doors at Reihersgasse 28 and is bringing Syrian cuisine to the heart of Thuringia. The couple Wissam Alkatib and Nashwa Alsamsam, who already run a café of the same name in Meiningen, have decided to bring the taste of their homeland closer to the people of Schmalkalden. Loud Thuringia24 This is a welcome addition to the culinary landscape, which is traditionally characterized by bratwurst and the like.

Wissam Alkatib, who came to Germany in 2014, and his wife, who followed him later, want to serve more than just a meal with their new offering. “Arabesque” is intended to be a place where stories are told and the diversity of Syrian cuisine is expressed. The snack bar offers delicacies such as falafel, hummus, manakish, kibbeh and balah al-sham. Each dish is characterized by the region's typical spices, including cumin, saffron, mint, thyme, cinnamon and cardamom Southern Thuringia to you reported.

A step in the right direction

Last but not least, the opening of “Arabesque” is also a step towards integration. The couple have built a solid existence in the region and were encouraged to open the new location - a sign that the people of Schmalkalden are asking for more diversity. Regular customers from the city had already asked for Syrian cuisine, and this demand increased not least due to the change in eating habits in Germany Academia clarifies, influenced by migration and culinary transfer.

For their concept, Alkatib and Alsamsam relied on the “FreiRaumScholarship”, initiated by the “Future Optimists”, which is intended to revitalize vacant properties with fresh ideas. When selecting the new location, which received four applications, the choice fell on the Syrian couple, which not only promotes diversity but also represents an example of successful intercultural exchange.

Opening times and outlook

At the moment, “Arabesque” is open on weekdays from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. and offers locals the opportunity to discover new taste experiences. The operators plan to adjust the menu and opening hours by the end of the year to meet the needs of their customers and further expand the culinary offering.

Political and social representatives, including Schmalkalden's councilor Christoph Zimmermann, were present at the opening and were enthusiastic about this cultural enrichment. “Arabesque” is not just a new snack bar, but a symbol of tolerance, diversity and the lively culinary culture in Schmalkalden.