Midtown - Guest Chef Spotlight featuring Chef Idan Os: Nu Mediterranean

Step Into the Bold World of Nu Mediterranean 

Imagine yourself in the heart of a bustling Moroccan market—the air alive with the tantalizing aroma of roasted spices, tangy citrus, and smoky charred vegetables. Colours burst around you: the golden glow of saffron, the fiery red of chillies, the deep green of fresh herbs. At Nu Mediterranean, we take this vibrant energy and bring it to life in Toronto, showcasing the Mediterranean’s flavours without limitations or adaptations—just pure, unapologetic boldness in every bite.

Crafted by Chef Idan Os, our events blend ancient marination techniques, old-world fermentations, and cutting-edge culinary methods to present the Mediterranean as you’ve never experienced it before. Each dish is a sensory journey, paired with authentic music and storytelling to immerse you fully in the region’s rich culinary heritage.

Hosted at the intimate The Chef Upstairs, Nu Mediterranean is shaking up Toronto’s food scene. Come hungry, mingle freely, and let us take you on a bold, unforgettable flavour adventure.

January 30th at 7 pm

516 Mt Pleasant Road, Toronto 

Questions? Email your host for the evening, Danielle Pancer - danielle@thechefupstairs.com

What’s Cooking?

Stop teasing!

• Hummus, But My Way! The king of spreads, creamy and unapologetically unique.
• Pepper Inferno Fermented hot peppers with a fiery attitude.
•  Smoked Turkish Smoky grilled ezme infused with pomegranate and silky tahini.
• Zesty Labneh Lust Tangy labneh topped with crispy sweet potato and a citrusy twist.
• Tomato & Sardine Smash Rustic pan con tomate crowned with bold sardines.

Drunk and Fishy

• Clams and shrimp soaked in arak and sea stock, paired with smoky grilled fennel and pungent orange pulp.

Freakin’ Chick

• Juicy chicken thighs marinated in homemade Ras el Hanut layered with crispy chicken skin, spiced fermented goat yogurt, and sumac-salted fermented cabbage. Tucked into hearty barley bread 

Why Broken?

• Tender broken kebab served in crisp endive leaves, topped with tangy fermented red onions and a vibrant za’atar pesto.

Taco Tangier

• A soft taco filled with Moroccan-spiced pulled lamb, fiery carrots, fresh coriander, crumbled feta, and crispy eggplant chips.

Sweet Relief

• Blush & Bloom: Silky malabi infused with rose petal tea, topped with halwa.
• Bitter Sweet: ravani cake topped with whipped coffee cream.

What to Expect:

• Join us at 7 pm for an unforgettable evening of delicious food and wonderful company
• Chef Idan will share stories about his culinary journey,  offer tips and tricks based on his curated menu
• Relax with a glass of wine, beer, cocktail or soft drink (available for purchase)
• Bring your own wine for a corkage fee of $25/bottle 
• All sales are non-refundable and final - you can view our cancellation policy here

Please note, if you are using a Gift Certificate with 7 digits to book your class, add a 0 to the start of the code and do not use any dashes. For example, 12-345-67 should be 01234567.