Under new management since March 2006, this idyllic traditional Middle Eastern establishment is causing a stir, as many local people enter and savour its menu.
I also went along, not only to taste the food but also to meet Maz Tasken, one of the now locally talked about brothers and the establishment’s new co-manager.
Greeting me warmly, Maz explained that, as a family business, the reason they took on the restaurant is to share their traditional Middle Eastern food and culture.
“I am a Turkish Kurd, Rob, and I have brought with me my vast experience of food and food preparation, and of course hospitality.”
The two brothers also employ three chefs who cook and prepare food representing each traditional dish. “We cater for Kurdish, Iranian and Turkish cuisine and there has been a good response from local people here.”
One of the Two Brothers Restaurant’s most favoured dishes is the Adana kebab. “And our Mama’s famous biriani and chicken rossina. We call it Mama’s because it was our Mum who taught us how to cook this dish,” chuckles Maz.
By now I was invited to eat and was served the Adana kebab, succulent lamb surrounded by salad and sweet-flavoured bread.
“Our Two Brothers Restaurant is open from 11am till 1am seven days a week.”
“All our customers who like to drink, can bring their own bottle of wine,” adds Maz. I was now busy eating as he continued explaining, “We also have a good food delivery service Rob, for those who want to eat at home.”
For all deliveries and takeaways of this delectable Middle Eastern cuisine or to pre-book that party table, don’t wait says Maz, contact him on 278 6786 or visit the restaurant at 34 Spital Hill.
The two brothers have also shown their great hospitality, welcoming members of the local community to drop in for teas and coffees.
Jean Wood, Chair of All Saints Tenants and Residents Association (ASTRA), added, “Maz welcomes everyone himself and is keen to listen, and you can tell he’s genuinely interested in what goes on in Burngreave. We are privileged to have people like Maz in our community, he is a great asset and we need to give him all our full support.”
by Rob Smith