Maramia Cafe, Portobello Road 274 Portobello Road London, W10 5TE

25th July 2025, 9pm

Dress Code

Elegant Cocktail Dress

Gentlemen: Formal Suits or Smart Dinner Jackets

Ladies: Mid-length dresses or elegant eveningwear

Although Guests are kindly requested to opt for elegant fabrics and styles, dancing is compulsory highly encouraged, so please wear something that you feel comfortable moving in; the bride will not be wearing heels and encourages others to follow suit (or dress?)

Love is loud, Habibi

The evening will officially begin with the newly married couple's entrance, accompanied by a traditional 'Zaffe' (really loud drumming).

Please arrive at Maramia by 9:00 PM, where you'll be welcomed with light refreshments and hearing protection.

with the different cultures that are represented at this celebration, some traditions may be new to you.
We’ve prepared a guide with more details on what to expect (and some friendly advice).

Hummus where the heart is

Cold Mezze (Starters) Hummus (V) Moutabal (V) Gaza Salad (Tahini and Dill-Based Chopped Salad)

Hot Mezze (Starters) Falafel (V) Batata Harra (Spicy Potatoes) (V) Grilled Halloumi (V)

Mains Palestinian Moussaka (V) Grilled Mousakka (V) Mixed Grill (with Lamb and Chicken) Palestinian Couscous (V)

Dessert Traditional Arabic Sweets Wedding cake

Maramia Cafe is a Palestinian restaurant and Bar with some of the best Arabic food in London. The menu for the evening will be served family-style, including the following dishes:

Alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks will be served

Reception Itinerary

9:00pm Guests welcomed at Maramia, refreshments and snacks provided

9:30pm Sam and Habiba to arrive at Maramia, Zaffa Entrance

9:45pm Welcome and Dinner begins

11:30pm Dancing begins

2am Carriages

Please note These timings are approximate at this stage, The bride and groom make no warranty as to their timeliness, any breach of the above times shall not affect the guests right to enjoy a substantial meal (CF Licensing Act 2003) within a reasonable time

Please see below for more information on transport

Getting to Maramia Café

BY Tube

By Train

Circle and Hammersmith & City lines. This is the closest station (about 4-5 mins walk). Ladbroke grove is not step-free

Circle and Hammersmith & City lines (about 8 mins walk).

Central, Circle and District lines. About 15 minutes on foot. This station is a bit further but offers additional lines.

Ladbroke Grove Station

Westbourne park station

Notting Hill Gate station

Note that only the Central line (via Notting Hill Gate) runs 24-hour service on Friday Nights. The Circle and Hammersmith & City lines do not run overnight (last eastbound train from Ladbroke Grove is around midnight). you may need to use Night buses or head to Notting Hill Gate for the Central line’s Night Tube service.

National Rail & Elizabeth Line Services run from here, including a direct train to Oxford. From Paddington, you can get to Maramia via the Tube: take the westbound Hammersmith & City/Circle line to Ladbroke Grove (see below)

Paddington Station

By Car

located under the Westway flyover near Portobello Road. This car park is open 24/7 and is a few minutes' walk away from the cafe. It also offers short-term and overnight parking. you can pre-book a space via NCP, or park on arrival.

By Bus

The 7 (24-hour service) and 70 buses Both stop at the “Portobello Road” bus stop on Westbourne Park Road near the Café. Route 7 runs between East Acton and Oxford Circus (via Paddington), and Route 70 runs between Acto and South Kensington, so they are convenient from Central London or West London.

Portobello Road Car Park (NCP)

Or, of course, you could Plan your journey on google maps by following the link below. On reflection, the above section is probably wholly useless to most...

We kindly request your RSVP by the 25th of May 2025