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Dine Around at Phoenician Taverna – October 11, 2021

Some restaurants beckon guests to return time and time again. That’s the kind of relationship the Cincinnati Baillage has with Phoenician Taverna Restaurant and its owner Wassim Matar.

On a gorgeous mid-October evening, the Cincinnati bailliage returned to the Phoenician Taverna Restaurant for a fifth dine-around event. This qualifies the restaurant for a well-earned place in the Bailliage’s “Culinary Hall of Fame” (which I actually just invented!).

  • Phoenician Taverna Entrance
    Phoenician Taverna Entrance
  • Appetizers ready to serve
    Appetizers ready to serve
  • Cauliflower appetizer
    Cauliflower appetizer
  • Walnut Puree on Cucumber
    Walnut Puree on Cucumber
  • Walnut Puree on Cucumber
    Walnut Puree on Cucumber
  • Lamb Pies
    Lamb Pies
  • 1st course array of hot and cold appetizers
    1st course array of hot and cold appetizers
  • Zataar Pies
    Zataar Pies
  • Filet Mignon Kabobs, Lamb Loin Chops and Chicken Breast Kabobs
    Filet Mignon Kabobs, Lamb Loin Chops and Chicken Breast Kabobs
  • Pistachio and Walnut Baklav
    Pistachio and Walnut Baklav
  • Mike Monnin and Carol Monnin
    Mike Monnin and Carol Monnin
  • Graig Smith, Irwin Weinberg, Mike Valentine
    Graig Smith, Irwin Weinberg, Mike Valentine
  • Chuck Hong, Paul Parks, Nick Pack studying wine contributions
    Chuck Hong, Paul Parks, Nick Pack studying wine contributions
  • Phoenician Taverna Owner Wassim Matar and Chevalier Ray Vanderhorst
    Phoenician Taverna Owner Wassim Matar and Chevalier Ray Vanderhorst
  • Paul Parks, Jan Lazarus, David Lazarus
    Paul Parks, Jan Lazarus, David Lazarus
  • Larry Mosteller, Kathy Comisar and Barbara Weinberg
    Larry Mosteller, Kathy Comisar and Barbara Weinberg
  • Patti Pierce, Marilyn Buckley, Joe Pierce and Susan Verschoor
    Patti Pierce, Marilyn Buckley, Joe Pierce and Susan Verschoor
  • Larry Mosteller, Peg Valentine
    Larry Mosteller, Peg Valentine
  • Kate Morrow and Janet Reynolds
    Kate Morrow and Janet Reynolds
  • Jordan Hidel and Alexandra Pacak, Nick Pacak and Sandy Pacak
    Jordan Hidel and Alexandra Pacak, Nick Pacak and Sandy Pacak
  • Ellen Vanderhorst, Patti Myers, and Jeannette Jones
    Ellen Vanderhorst, Patti Myers, and Jeannette Jones
  • Dan Vogelpohl, Sherie Marek and Mike Monnin
    Dan Vogelpohl, Sherie Marek and Mike Monnin
  • Susan Verschoor, Kelly Meyer and John Verschoor
    Susan Verschoor, Kelly Meyer and John Verschoor
  • Sue Mills, Keith Triebwasser and Marilyn Harris
    Sue Mills, Keith Triebwasser and Marilyn Harris
  • Cindy Hughes, Joe Pierce and Carol Lamy
    Cindy Hughes, Joe Pierce and Carol Lamy
  • Nick Gonzalas and Jamie McDermott
    Nick Gonzalas and Jamie McDermott
  • Gregg Jones, Sue Martz and Chuck Martz
    Gregg Jones, Sue Martz and Chuck Martz
  • Alan Flaherty and Ken Kenniston
    Alan Flaherty and Ken Kenniston
  • JT Mayer and Carol Monnin
    JT Mayer and Carol Monnin
  • JT Mayer, Joann Mead and Chuck Mead
    JT Mayer, Joann Mead and Chuck Mead
  • Wassim Matar and kitchen staff member with warm Pita
    Wassim Matar and kitchen staff member with warm Pita
  • Wassim Matar and Grill Chef preparing lamb loin chops
    Wassim Matar and Grill Chef preparing lamb loin chops
  • Preparing first course selections
    Preparing first course selections
  • Lamb Loin Chops
    Lamb Loin Chops
  • Grill Chef preparing Chicken Breast Kabobs
    Grill Chef preparing Chicken Breast Kabobs
  • George Elliott, Wassim Matar and wait staff
    George Elliott, Wassim Matar and wait staff

Since the inception of this Mediterranean Mecca in 2012, Wassim Matar has consistently wowed the upscale Cincinnati food scene with his outstanding cuisine, impeccable service, and superb attention to detail. In fact, Mr. Matar’s restaurant – located in a northern suburb in an unassuming strip mall – has been named one of the best restaurants by Cincinnati Magazine. The restaurant specializes in Lebanese fare served by an attentive staff who are always eager to explain each offering to those guests who are less familiar with Middle Eastern fare.

Once inside the restaurant, guests are immediately transported to the culinary essence of Mr. Matar’s homeland. Servers passed large trays of appetizers filled to the brim with Lamb Pies, Zaatar Pies, and Walnut Purée on Cucumber Slices. And of course, there were the outstanding bottles of wine from members’ cellars that are the hallmark of our dine-around events.

Following the appetizer course, a second course of dips and salads were served family style. The mouth-watering main course offered something for everyone: Lamb Loin Chops, Filet Mignon Kabobs, and Chicken Kabobs. The meal was topped off with Pistachio and Walnut Baklava, a richly satisfying way to cap the evening.

At the conclusion of the evening, Bailli George Elliott thanked Mr. Matar for another exceptional experience. Mr. Matar in turn introduced his outstanding staff to rounds of applause. Members also congratulated our new Vice Chargé de Missions, Jon Powell, for orchestrating the fabulous event, and thanked Vice Chargée de Missions Honoraire Carmen Parks for her work in managing successful dine-around events for many years.

Graig Smith, Vice Chargé de Presse

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A belated hearty congratulations to Chuck Hong, @c A belated hearty congratulations to Chuck Hong, @chainecincinnati‘s Vice Conseiller Gastronomique, on his 2022 Bronze Star.  Thank you, Chuck, for all that you do for our chapter and beyond! #chainecincinnati #chaineus
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