Dish Description:

Creamy, smoky, and rich in flavor — our version of Baba Ghanoush is a sophisticated take on a Middle Eastern classic. We serve it with warm, homemade focaccia, sun-dried tomatoes, juicy cherry tomatoes, and lightly toasted pine nuts, adding texture and depth to every bite. The charred eggplant purée, blended with olive oil and a touch of lemon, creates a silky and aromatic spread that is both comforting and elegant.

Perfectly paired with a glass of white wine or crisp sparkling Prosecco.

A Taste of History:

Baba Ghanoush is a traditional dish with deep roots in the Levant — a region that includes modern-day Lebanon, Syria, Palestine, and Israel. Thought to date back more than a thousand years, this dish was once prepared for revered scholars and elders, earning its name from the Arabic phrase meaning “spoiled father” or “pampered old man.”

The core ingredients — roasted eggplant, tahini, garlic, and lemon juice — create a naturally smoky and wholesome flavor. At Valentino, we’ve added an Italian twist: pairing the spread with focaccia, tomatoes, and pine nuts to bridge Mediterranean cultures and offer a harmonious balance of East and West.