Madison Originals Magazine Madison Originals Magazine May 2014 | Page 8

batches,” Netalee says. “Customers tell
us they can taste the difference.” Chef
Dan uses local ingredients whenever
possible, and uses only high-quality
components, especially for the
hummus, which has grown to have a
stellar reputation in Madison.
The most popular item on the menu
continues to be The Banzo, a classic
falafel of Garbanzo beans ground
with veggies, herbs, and spices. It
can be served as a pita sandwich
with hummus, chopped salad, chips,
pickles, and tahini, with yogurt or hot
sauce; or as a platter, with majadra rice,
hummus, chopped salad, and a side of
white or whole wheat pita. Another
option is to have it served as a hummus
plate, topped with fresh, homemade
hummus with tahini, parsley, olive
oil, chickpeas, and pita bread, or as a
salad over a bed of mixed greens and
homemade lemon-agave dressing.
“Our hummus is smoother and
creamier than most people are used
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