Taste of Syria Brunch Supporting Refugee Chefs ($20)

Taste of Syria: A $20 Summer Brunch Benefiting Refugee Success

We are offering two ways to enjoy this feast. You must select your preference at checkout. Because everything is made fresh, tickets are strictly limited:

• Dine-In: Enjoy the full restaurant experience with our community. (Limited to 50 tickets)
• Carry-Out: Grab your 6-course feast to go and enjoy it at home. (Limited to 50 tickets)

Join the Fork in the Road Foundation and Chef Ghaidaa Masrabi at Taste of Lebanon for a vibrant summer brunch experience! Bring your friends and family to share in a stunning, authentic morning meal that celebrates community, culture, and incredible flavors.

For this special mid-summer event, Chef Ghaidaa has curated a magnificent 6-course menu featuring fresh ingredients, bright herbs, and traditional spices.

The 6-Course Brunch Menu

• Foule Mudammus | A comforting, warm dish of fava beans, garlic, and lemon, served with a plate of fresh veggies.
• Hummus & Warm Pita | Creamy chickpeas blended with tahini, garlic, and lemon, finished with a generous swirl of premium olive oil.
• Crispy Falafel | Golden-fried chickpea and herb patties, perfectly crispy on the outside and served with a rich, savory tahini sauce.
• Cheese Samosa | Crispy spring roll pastry stuffed with savory Arabic cheese and fresh parsley, fried to a perfect golden brown.
• Yalangi | Tender grape leaves stuffed with a flavorful mix of rice, tomato, onion, parsley, garlic, bell pepper, dry mint, pomegranate molasses, olive oil, and Mediterranean spices.
• Hot Tea Bar | Sip and converse over a fragrant selection of Mint, Ginger, Rose, or classic Black tea.

Event Details

• Date: Saturday, August 8
• Time: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
• Location: Taste of Lebanon — 331 N Euclid Ave, St. Louis, MO 63108
• Special Summer Price: $20 per person (Normally $25!)

How to Join (Dine-In or Carry-Out)

We are offering two ways to enjoy this feast. You must select your preference at checkout. Because everything is made fresh, tickets are strictly limited:

• Dine-In: Enjoy the full restaurant experience with our community. (Limited to 50 tickets)
• Carry-Out: Grab your 6-course feast to go and enjoy it at home. (Limited to 50 tickets)

Can’t make it on August 8 but still want to support? If you purchase a ticket but cannot attend, your ticket will be fully honored for a meal at Taste of Lebanon anytime within 60 days after the event! Support the Fork in the Road Foundation’s mission now, and dine whenever it fits your schedule.

Tickets will sell out fast due to limited capacity. Secure your seats today!

Ghaidaa Masrabi is a talented Syrian chef and entrepreneur who has become a cornerstone of the St. Louis culinary community. As a lead chef for the Fork in the Road Foundation, she is dedicated to sharing the warmth of Syrian hospitality while building a sustainable future for her family.

Originally from Damascus, Ghaidaa arrived in St. Louis in 2016. She is best known for “Ghaidaa’s Table,” where she introduces the community to the traditional Syrian breakfast—a multi-course ritual designed for conversation and connection. Specializing in the bold flavors of the Levant, her menus feature handmade falafel, savory manakeesh, and authentic spreads that turn strangers into friends.

Through her work with Fork in the Road, Ghaidaa’s journey from refugee to established business owner serves as a powerful inspiration for other women in the program.