Pairing Doro Wat correctly — a note on fresh juice

Most people overlook how much the right drink changes Doro Wat. I ordered it with fresh juice and the intensely spiced and complex elements of the dish sharpened considerably against the pairing. mitmita bird's eye chilli in particular became more prominent in a good way.

the Ethiopian coffee ceremony is a formalised ritual that can take hours. The a traditional coffee ceremony setting is where you learn these pairings — they evolved together. If you've been having Doro Wat with the wrong drink, try it correctly once. It's a genuinely different experience. The restaurant deserves credit for getting this right.