Kibberia in Danbury to Host Belly Dancing Dinner

Amy Kundrat

Kibberia Restaurant and Café in Danbury will be hosting their third belly dancing night on February 2, with performances by dancers from the Riskallah Riyad Dance Studio. A $45 prix fixe menu includes Middle Eastern specialities beginning with mezze, followed by a lamb entree and dessert. This event is BYOB, table service swill be provided, and advanced reservations are required.

The family-run Kibberia is led by Chef Carole Iskandar originally from Byblos, Lebanon. The casual cafe and popular take-out spot focuses on Americanized Middle Eastern staples such as salads and pita pockets with tahini and hummus, kibbe, falafel and pies. Deli cases are often filled with mezze and middle eastern sweets such as baklava. There is no table service but there are tables available for dining-in.

Kibberia Restaurant & Café is located at 93 Mill Plain Rd. in Danbury, CT. Information at www.kibberia.com.