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| @CherCher Ethiopian |
As we researched for our trip to Washington D.C., the fam
discovered that Ethiopian food is a staple in D.C.’s restaurant scene. The
culinary traditions of the refugees from the 70s and 80s were kept alive and we
made it a point to have some Ethiopian food.
Recommended by Hubby’s cousin, who was a local, we went to
CherCher Ethiopian Restaurant and Mart. I have to say this was the best
Ethiopian meal we have had. We tried a couple of places in Downtown TO which
were also good, but I have to say that CherCher is even better.
We ordered the Deluxe Vegan special where various veggies
were set on Injera bread (fermented pancake-like flatbread with a slightly
spongy texture). The Injera was not overwhelmingly tangy but instead was a
perfect complement to the spice-loaded dishes. The veggies we had included
yellow pea sauce, split lentil sauce, collard green, cabbage, chickpea flour
sauce, chickpea firir (with injera), whole lentils, string beans, salad
(tomato, onion and jalapeno mixed with pieces of injera) and beets.
We also got some Beef Tibs which were so tender and
beautifully seasoned with onions, garlic, peppers and herbs. Absolutely
delicious.
The group was torn in choosing their favourite dish. Some really
liked the Lamb stew (Yebeg We’t) simmered in red pepper sauce, with ginger,
garlic and spices. The others enjoyed the Fish Dullet which was chopped fresh
tuna mixed wit onion, jalapeno, and hot chili powder (mitmita). I liked all of
them! Beef Tibs and Lamb Stew are tied while the Fish Dullet had a slight
advantage. We didn’t think we would finish it all, but we did a pretty good job!
We had no space for dessert, but some of the lucky folks in
our group who could drink coffee after dinner got some. They did not have the coffee
ceremony in the 14th St location and while the coffee was superb, it
could have been served warmer.
All in all, it was indeed a most wonderful Ethiopian meal
and I highly recommend CherCher.
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