Suzie Bakos puts her signature spin on a Middle Eastern favourite: Kunafe

For her chef takeover at Jimmy’s BBQ Club, Suzie Bakos is bringing a taste of the Middle East to the table with her indulgent dessert course: Kunafe.

Kunafe (also spelled knafeh or kanafeh) is a beloved Middle Eastern dessert with centuries of history, dating back to 10th-century Arabic cookbooks. It’s enjoyed across the Levant, Turkey, and North Africa, with each region putting its own spin on it - often served at celebrations and family gatherings. From Palestinian Nabulsi-style to Egyptian Ramadan versions, it’s a dish full of history, culture, and serious comfort food vibes. 

Suzie’s kunafe: Sweet, soft cheese, kataifi and syrup with pistachio and rose

Suzie’s take stays true to tradition while adding her signature finesse. Delicate kataifi pastry - shredded filo that's crisped to golden perfection - wraps around a core of soft, sweet cheese, creating a luscious melt-in-the-middle centre. It is then soaked in rose syrup and topped with pistachios.

Warm, crunchy, gooey, sweet - it’s a total comfort dish, and the perfect finale to Suzie’s bold, flavour-packed takeover menu at Jimmy’s BBQ Club. 

Jimmy’s BBQ Club is located on Queen’s Walk at the Southbank Centre, overlooking the Thames, what better place to soak up the atmosphere of London’s iconic South Bank? Especially with amazing food like Suzie’s. We can’t wait to welcome you, Suzie!