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A New Gem in Mengen: Diamond Kebab&Balkan
Mengen, Germany, has a new culinary gem to offer. The recently opened Diamond Kebab&Balkan is making waves with its unique offerings and commitment to quality.
The brainchild of Mirsad Djuljaj, the restaurant offers a fresh take on traditional kebab and Balkan cuisine. Djuljaj, who moved to Mengen with his family ten years ago, has a long-cherished dream of working in a city where his family lives, a dream he has realized with the opening of Diamond Kebab&Balkan.
Despite not having a formal culinary education, Djuljaj has acquired the necessary knowledge and created his own unique creations. He uses fresh bread delivered daily from the baker, and offers a variety of toppings, including Lollo Rosso lettuce, cherry tomatoes, and four sauces. While the exact sauces offered at Diamond Kebab&Balkan are not publicly listed, typical offerings at kebab and Balkan cuisine establishments include garlic sauce, yogurt-based sauce (like tzatziki), spicy chili sauce, and creamy herb sauce or barbecue-style sauce. For precise information, it is best to consult Diamond Kebab & Balkan's official menu or contact them directly.
Djuljaj's culinary adventures extend beyond kebabs. He has his own recipe for cevapcici and cuts the toppings for pizza and pide fresh after each order.
The name Diamond Kebab&Balkan was inspired by the shape of the flatbread, which resembles a diamond when held the other way around. The furnishings of the restaurant are simple and elegant, contrasting with the often garish colors and large advertising areas of other doner shops.
Djuljaj's dedication to his craft is evident. He closed his first doner shop in the summer of 2023 to be more present for his family and look for a suitable property in Mengen. He handles deliveries personally and has not hired an additional driver.
Many customers praise the sauces, particularly those with pomegranate or lemon, and often order them again. Mirsad Djuljaj's children, Hamile, is only supposed to help out in case of an emergency at the restaurant.
Mirsad Djuljaj grew up in Brandenburg and was fascinated by doner kebab from a young age. His journey from a young enthusiast to a successful restaurateur is a testament to his passion and dedication.
Diamond Kebab&Balkan operates from Monday to Saturday, 11:00 to 22:00, and Sunday, 12:00 to 21:00. Whether you're a fan of kebabs or looking to try something new, Diamond Kebab&Balkan is definitely worth a visit.
- The unique offerings and quality at Diamond Kebab&Balkan have made it a new gem in the Mengen region's food-and-drink scene.
- Mirsad Djuljaj, an entrepreneur from Germany, opened Diamond Kebab&Balkan, a small business that serves a fresh take on traditional kebab and Balkan cuisine in Mengen.
- Diamond Kebab&Balkan's lifestyle-focused approach extends beyond food, with home-and-garden touches that provide a simple and elegant dining experience.
- Mirsad Djuljaj, the entrepreneur behind Diamond Kebab&Balkan, has a passion for cooking that led him from a fan of kebabs in Brandenburg to a successful restaurateur in Mengen.
