"Your plate is waiting. We will snip fresh mint into your tea." 

"No, I was not busy when you came!
I was not preparing to be busy.
That’s the armor everyone put on
to pretend they had a purpose
in the world.
 
I refuse to be claimed.
Your plate is waiting.
We will snip fresh mint
into your tea."  
Naomi Shihab Nye

The Amelides is an emerging Greek-inspired cafe/community gathering space in Palo Alto where we can slow down to the village vibe, enjoy nourishing, earthy food and heart-stirring gatherings on cultural and social issues.   

The food is ​farm to table to our community to you (still evolving)
Inspired by the traditional kafenio in Greece, the menu is centered around hand held foods & shared plates (meze) that reflect the hospitality and communal spirit.    Coming to the Amelides will remind you of visiting a friend's home, where the food is simple yet delicious.  

RED BROCADE
Naomi Shihab Nye

The Arabs used to say,
When a stranger appears at your door,
feed him for three days
before asking who he is,
where he’s come from,
where he’s headed.
That way, he’ll have strength
enough to answer.
Or, by then you’ll be
such good friends
you don’t care.
 
Let’s go back to that.
Rice? Pine nuts?
Here, take the red brocade pillow.
My child will serve water
to your horse.

"No, I was not busy when you came!
I was not preparing to be busy.
That’s the armor everyone put on
to pretend they had a purpose
in the world.
 
I refuse to be claimed.
Your plate is waiting.
We will snip fresh mint
into your tea."