From the Middle East straight to your door is the promise. One we bitches-formerly-known-as-social really love the sound of. The wonderfully fresh flavours, inventive combinations, and beautiful presentation are an absolute delight.
After popping open what is quite honestly NOT the first cheeky red of the day, we sit down to an enticing banquet. There’s a mountain of freshly baked naan bread, and two sumptuous dips to accompany it.
The Beetroot hummus with pistachio dukka & pomegranate seeds is luscious.. Expertly walking the line between savoury and sweet, we are soon desperately licking the bowl [ which is cardboard, #awkward ] Meanwhile the Muhammara – walnuts, whipped feta, green chilies & sumac – is even better.
What’s sumac, you ask? Fabulous question, well done you. It is of course the dried dark red berries of a subtropical wild flower. Boasting a fruity profile, and just a little tart in flavour, it’s sublime.
Next we dive into the Couscous salad – two words we felt sure would never stir excitement. BUT how wrong were we?!? This deceptively simple side with cherry tomatoes, golden raisins & rocket pesto is a triumph of freshness and flavour.
We’re also excited by the Halloumi fries – a dish we like to order from as many eateries as possible. Pomegranate’s definitely do not disappoint. Perfectly crisp, soft within, and there’s a lovely hint of sweetness to them. But why did we only order one portion??
Time to refresh our glasses [ well, isn’t it always? ] as we delve into our favourite delicacy, the mouthwatering Moroccan meatballs. Incredibly tender, with pine nuts, mixed herbs & green chilies. This alone is worth the price of admission, but what really elevates this dish to greatness is the rich tomato sauce: WOWSERS!!
And to finish our banquet, Middle Eastern sticky pudding. The New Town’s favourite dessert, but hats off to Pomegranate: the thick toffee sauce, hints of sweetness, & rose ice cream give this pudding an original and delicious spin.
Overall, just gorgeous!! The many intense, refreshing flavours make us feel as if we’re outside, enjoying the sun – two things REALLY NOT guaranteed in Scotland. And what better praise is there, than that?
In a nutshell:
Perfect for:
Dinner, delivery or collection 4pm – 9pm
Price:
Mezze, Dips & sides: £5 – £8
Mains £12 – 15
Dessert £8
Contact:
Pomegranate Restaurant
1 Antigua Street
EH1 3HN