Who owns Desta Ethiopian Kitchen?
Ash Nega
Our story. Co-owners Ash Nega and Titi Demissie were both born and raised in Ethiopia. The two met later in life in Atlanta and instantly knew they would be a team forever. A few years later, Ash had a dream and a clear vision of Desta.
What is Ater Ethiopian food?
Ater (split peas) is one of the main fasting dishes and despite being a simple pulse, is very tasty. Ater is often the main dish served when people get together or on religious holidays. It is prepared with ater (split peas), onion, turmeric, cardamom, garlic, and ginger. And it is scooped up with injera, of course.
What should I order from Ethiopian food?
Below are 10 more essential Ethiopian dishes:
- Injera (sourdough flatbread)
- Tibs (sautéed meat chunks)
- Shiro be Kibbe (legume stew)
- Berbere (typical spice blend)
- Kitfo (Ethiopian beef tartare)
- Coffee.
- Tej (an alcoholic honey beverage)
- Juices.
What does Desta mean?
Joy
The name Desta is primarily a gender-neutral name of African – Amharic of Ethiopia origin that means Joy, Happiness.
What is the most eaten food in Ethiopia?
Shiro Wat or just Shiro is one of the most widely consumed dishes in Ethiopia. It is also a staple food during fasting season. It is a lightly chickpea or bean puree with minced onions and garlic. Depending on regional variations, it could also include ground ginger or chopped tomatoes and chilli peppers.
What does wot mean in Amharic?
Wat or Wot (Amharic: ወጥ, IPA: [wətʼ]) or Tsebhi (Tigrinya: ጸብሒ, IPA: [sʼɐbħi]) is an Ethiopian and Eritrean stew that may be prepared with chicken, beef, lamb, a variety of vegetables, spice mixtures such as berbere, and niter kibbeh, a seasoned clarified butter.
What is considered rude in Ethiopia?
It is considered rude to decline an offer to eat. If you cannot accept food for a legitimate reason, decline it politely with a bow to show gratitude. It is rude to eat in front of people without offering them any food, especially guests. It is important to wash your hands before a meal is served.
What is the most popular Ethiopian food?
Sliced beef or lamb, pan-fried in butter, garlic and onion, tibs is one of the most popular dishes among Ethiopians. It comes in a variety of forms, varying in type, size or shape of the cuts of meat used, and can range from hot to mild or contain little to no vegetables.
Why is Ethiopian food similar to Indian?
The climate supports growing a number of spices locally, as well as ancient trade routes from the subcontinent and south east Asia brought in more spices. Given a long history of spice cultivation and trade, and a somewhat arid climate, you end up with similar cuisines.
What kind of name is Desta?
The name Desta is primarily a gender-neutral name of African – Amharic of Ethiopia origin that means Joy, Happiness.
Does Desta Ethiopian kitchen offer delivery or takeout?
Yes, Desta Ethiopian Kitchen offers both delivery and takeout. What forms of payment are accepted? Desta Ethiopian Kitchen accepts credit cards. Desta Ethiopian Kitchen is a Yelp advertiser.
What kind of food is there at Desta?
Come and enjoy traditional fare as well as some culinary creations you’ll only find at Desta. With Atlanta favorites like our Vegetarian Platter and The “Original Meat Lovers”, we offer a little something for everyone. If you have trouble deciding, our helpful staff can assist.
What does “Desta” mean?
KITCHEN RULE #1: “Desta” means Happiness. We’re here to make you happy! Now serving delicious Ethiopian food from 2 Atlanta locations. Be mindful when calling in a to go order, that you are calling the correct location. You can find the contact info for both locations above.
Is there an Ethiopian restaurant in Atlanta GA?
We have been serving delicious Ethiopian Food to the Atlanta area since 2006. Come and enjoy traditional fare as well as some culinary creations you’ll only find at Desta. With Atlanta favorites like our Vegetarian Platter and The “Original Meat Lovers”, we offer a little something for everyone.