Little Sesame Washington DC: A Culinary Experience Worth Waiting For

Nancy and I were excited to try Little Sesame's pop-up at Sugar Fox, a sweet shop associated with Red Fox, next to Buck's and across the street from Rosemary Bistro. We had heard great things about their chicken shawarma dinner, and we were not disappointed. The aroma of cardamom, ground coriander, and cumin wafted through the air, tantalizing our taste buds.

We ordered a half-chicken shawarma dinner with two sides and two sauces of our choice. We opted for the Old School Cucumber Salad, which was fresh and had a bright peppery taste, and the carrots with maple syrup, which were nice and came in different colors rather than the usual orange. The chicken itself was juicy and flavorful, but we didn't need the sauces to enhance its natural taste.

What really impressed us was the variety of sauce options available. We chose Green Shug, Harissa BBQ, Labneh Ranch, and Roasted Onion Tahini, each with a unique flavor profile. Unfortunately, there were no descriptions of the sauces on the menu, but we were eager to learn more about them.

The price was reasonable at $25 plus tax and tip for two people, including our choice of two sides, two sauces, hummus, and pita bread. Despite the initial confusion about ordering a half-chicken shawarma dinner and being told that they were sold out, the staff patiently noted that orders would be fulfilled on the following day at 5:30.

In conclusion, Little Sesame's pop-up at Sugar Fox is definitely worth trying. The aroma of their chicken shawarma dinner alone is enough to entice you to come back for more. With a variety of sauce options and fresh, flavorful food, we can't wait to try it again.

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