We love this silan butter cake, and you can try it for yourself at our cafe at Brooklyn Public Library. Silan is date syrup, and it gives this cake a beautiful flair. This delicious cake is the perfect accompaniment to an afternoon cup of coffee. If you’re inspired and want to taste it for yourself, here’s the recipe!

A dinner you'll never forget.

CHEF VISHWESH BHATT IS A SEVEN-TIME JAMES BEARD AWARD NOMINEE.

We’re proud to announce that Emma’s Torch has been selected as a finalist for The Atlantic’s Renewal Awards. The Renewal Awards recognizes these organizations and individuals as they drive positive change in their communities—and helps them make an even bigger impact. The Renewal Awards are partly decided by online voting. Please lend us your voice by voting here: https://therenewalawards.theatlantic.com/entries/179774886

This roasted acorn squash with herbs, from our Fall 2018 menu, has been a crowd favorite. Try it as an appetizer for your next dinner party. You’ll be sure to impress your guests!

Emma’s Torch To Open New Location At Brooklyn Public Library

December 5, 2018, Brooklyn, New York -- Emma’s Torch, the social enterprise that empowers refugees through culinary education and job readiness training, today announced a new partnership with Brooklyn Public Library (BPL) to manage its concession program at Central Library, located at 10 Grand Army Plaza. Emma’s Torch at BPL will complement the organization’s existing full-service restaurant in Carroll Gardens and is expected to open to the public in February 2019.

Magedda, Mazen, Shehla and Dmitrii graduated from Emma’s Torch this June! Hear the inspiration behind the dishes they created for graduation.

Kerry is named a 2018 Repair The World NYC Community Builder. Thanks to Repair The World for supporting our work!