{"product_id":"the-silent-banquet","title":"The Mindful Banquet","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-5-thinking\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-id=\"524f5aed-ddc6-4aff-8551-becd16cebf3d\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"23\" data-start=\"0\" data-section-id=\"17a94vh\"\u003eThe Mindful Banquet\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"84\" data-start=\"24\" data-section-id=\"1k20815\"\u003eMeditation, Poetry, Sound, and Mindful Vegetarian Dining\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"262\" data-start=\"86\"\u003eIn a world filled with constant conversation, noise, and distraction, silence offers us something rare — the space to experience food, presence, and connection in a deeper way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"428\" data-start=\"264\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"286\" data-start=\"264\"\u003eThe Mindful Banquet\u003c\/strong\u003e is a conscious sensory dining experience inspired by mindful eating traditions, including the ancient Buddhist practice of eating in silence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"590\" data-start=\"430\"\u003eThis intimate 3-hour gathering is created exclusively for \u003cstrong data-end=\"505\" data-start=\"488\"\u003e7 diners only\u003c\/strong\u003e — a small, soulful circle designed to feel personal, present, and deeply nourishing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"897\" data-start=\"592\"\u003eThe afternoon brings together the warmth of authentic Syrian vegetarian cuisine with the beauty of mindful eating. Hosted with a lovingly prepared Syrian vegetarian buffet by Alaa of Juri Banquet, the experience is designed to awaken the senses and create a space for stillness, reflection, and gratitude.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1179\" data-start=\"899\"\u003eNeli will open the gathering with a short meditation, gentle sound healing, and poetry to set the tone for introspection and sensory awareness. Guests will then be invited to enjoy the meal in mindful silence, allowing every bite to become more vivid, intentional, and nourishing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1293\" data-start=\"1181\"\u003eThe meal includes vegetarian appetisers, nourishing main courses, homemade tea, and traditional Syrian desserts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1513\" data-start=\"1295\"\u003eAs Eid gently comes to a close, this gathering offers a beautiful pause before returning to the rhythm of everyday life — a moment to digest not only food, but also the emotions, memories, and blessings of the holiday.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"1531\" data-start=\"1515\" data-section-id=\"mz1otn\"\u003eEvent Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"1808\" data-start=\"1533\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1542\" data-start=\"1533\"\u003eDate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sunday, 21 June, Abu Dhabi, Al Falah Street\u003cbr data-end=\"1560\" data-start=\"1557\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1569\" data-start=\"1560\"\u003eTime:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM\u003cbr data-end=\"1590\" data-start=\"1587\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1603\" data-start=\"1590\"\u003eDuration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3 hours\u003cbr data-end=\"1614\" data-start=\"1611\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1624\" data-start=\"1614\"\u003ePrice:\u003c\/strong\u003e AED 275 \u003cstrong data-start=\"764\" data-end=\"780\"\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Payments are non-refundable, as the host prepares and budgets for the food in advance.\u003cbr data-end=\"1635\" data-start=\"1632\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1648\" data-start=\"1635\"\u003eCapacity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Exclusive gathering for 7 women only\u003cbr data-end=\"1689\" data-start=\"1686\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-is-only-node=\"\" data-end=\"1702\" data-start=\"1689\"\u003eIncludes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Meditation, sound healing, poetry, authentic Syrian vegetarian buffet, homemade tea, and Syrian desserts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"z-0 flex min-h-[46px] justify-start\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Expereinces by Neli Merris","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49931853955349,"sku":null,"price":275.0,"currency_code":"AED","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0746\/0844\/3669\/files\/The_Silent_Banquet_ecf4fef0-d57b-45f9-8505-6d5735fa8b5f.png?v=1780588793","url":"https:\/\/nelimerris.myshopify.com\/products\/the-silent-banquet","provider":"Expereinces by Neli Merris","version":"1.0","type":"link"}