Café Emunah, the first-ever Kabbalistic lifestyle lounge and tea bar is opening this month in Ft. Lauderdale with a “biblically inspired” menu.

I quote from the press release:

Café Emunah’s modern “organic chic” aesthetic presents diners with environmentally sensitive décor consisting of evocative art, natural woods, large open windows, frosted glass, muted metals, recycled plastics, ergonomic chairs and chandeliers…“Emunah’s philosophy is to offer a haven for the senses,” explains co-founder Dr. Marla Reis, Ph.D., “We are designed to appeal to diners of all beliefs and faiths. We cater to those individuals who believe in living consciously and welcome those who want to learn how to incorporate this consciousness into their lives.”

Biblically-influenced dishes such as “inspired miso soup”, “genesis
salad” and “enlightened encrusted salmon cakes” set the dining tone.
Terminology such as Foresight (appetizers), Revelation (entrées) and
Soul Stirrings (drink & tea choices), replace the expected. A sushi
menu titled “After The Flood” presents innovative sushi rolls
including Rabbi Rolls, Day 5 and East Meets West. Garden-direct whole
leaf organic teas are proudly served to diners accompanied by
electronic sand timers.

It’s all Kosher too. Click here to see more pictures of the high concept.

I generally like to take my chai in the quiet nooks of used bookstores, but I have been drawn to the faith-centered coffee shop concept ever since I first found my way to The Potter’s House in Washington D.C. 20 years ago. Gordon Crosby’s notion then was that God would be more comfortable in a coffee shop than in most traditional sanctuaries.

What do you think? Would you drink your “inspired miso soup” and eat your “genesis salad” with gusto at Café Emunah? Come what may, I’m betting the concept will go national before much more time elapses.