**Fort Lauderdale, Fla. ** - A new beachfront restaurant in this South Florida city is billing itself as the country’s first kabbalistic restaurant.
Café Emunah is relatively new to the competitive kosher dining scene in the area, yet it has already distinguished itself with its holistic approach to kosher food — combining organic chic with a dash of Jewish mysticism..
“We’re looking for an authentic mysticism, an authentic kabbalistic experience,” said Marla Reis, the restaurant’s creator and co-owner. “It’s really all about bringing about spiritual awareness and understanding that everything is connected to God.”
Reis, 43, a psychologist, also personally conducts “talking sessions” to go along with meals. These sessions can be about whatever topic the client specifies.
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The religious theme also manifests itself in other ways, starting with food descriptions. Patrons can order a “Genesis salad” composed of smoked salmon, romaine lettuce and pomegranate reduction; or the “Emunah roll,” made with yellowtail, crispy plantains, shredded coconut and cilantro.
.............Environmental awareness is noticeable in the eatery’s use of recycled napkins, compostable takeout containers and triple-filtered water. The decor is Scandinavian-Zen with natural woods, large open windows, ergonomic chairs and chandeliers outfitted with flowing sheer skirting. Organic teas are served with individual timers that monitor optimum steeping time.
The restaurant is not affiliated with the Kabbalah Centre (Reis says she’s never been to any of its branches), but it is closely connected to a Chabad House two blocks away."
From the Forward.
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