north african

went to this French North African joint, Paradiso (just off Sanlitun) for lunch. the place was cosy and decorated with posters of Tunisia. I had this lamb tajine with fresh olives which was excellent. the lamb and vegetables were stewed in an glazed earthernware dish in a mildly spicy tomato-based sauce. it was delicious! the lamb was melt in your mouth tender and without the smell you expect from mutton. washed everything down with strong middle-eastern tea with mint leaves and pine nuts. Robina and I were too full to try the desserts that the friendly boss explained to us. must save some room the next time.