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Bringing OOSHMAN to the Party – Catering for any Event

The Oosh Man is a dedicated fellow. Not only does he consistently satisfy all your takeaway wants and needs – he fully caters for lunch and dinner events. From corporate do’s to school fetes and general shindigs – the Oosh Man will deliver the goods whenever and wherever he is needed, no matter how much Manoosh you need.

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We love to cater for any occasion, bringing the OOSHMAN love to work places, offices, corporate events, schools and more!

Check out the image above of our catering a whole lot of manoosh for whole lot of happy people. All special requirements catered for and no order too big or small.

If you have any event you would like OOSHMAN to cater for, just get in touch and we’d be happy to help.

Also, you can now order from us directly, instead of through third parties – and we’re passing the benefits directly to our loyal customers in the form of special offers for orders made directly through the site. Watch our social media and you inbox for updates on new special offers.

Even if you’ve no events coming up but just fancy a pizza or some Zaatar, drop by OOSHMAN (formerly known as Manoosh) or order online, and if you haven’t already, you can subscribe to our monthly newsletter to stay in the loop.

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Cheesy Wonders! Now Serving Triple Cheesy Balls. Seriously.

Cheese glorious cheese. Everybody loves cheese, but sometimes just one, or even two kinds of cheese just won’t cut it. That’s why OOSHMAN is now serving: Triple Cheesy Balls. You heard that right. Triple. Cheesy. Balls. A sumptuous stretchy blend of mozzarella, parmesan, cream cheese and herbs, encased in a crumbed potato dough. Seriously though. Look at that picture:

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OOSHMAN is now serving mouthwateringly, scrumptious, outrageously delicious triple cheesy balls. Did we mention they’re delicious?

Over at OOSHMAN HQ, the Oosh Man is still tirelessly working away on developing the Top Secret new menu, so in the mean time we’re introducing these triple cheesy balls as a small taste of things to come.

Also, you can now order from us directly, instead of through third parties – and we’re passing the benefits directly to our loyal customers in the form of special offers for orders made directly through the site. Watch our social media and you inbox for updates on new special offers.

Two cheese or not two cheese? NOT two cheese of course. It’s THREE Cheese. If all this news of hot, melty, stretchy, drippy, cheesy delights is making you drool all over your smartphone, drop by OOSHMAN (formerly known as Manoosh) or order online, and if you haven’t already, you can subscribe to our monthly newsletter to stay in the loop.

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Gourmet Pizza at OOSHMAN

If you’re searching for gourmet pizza in Sydney, look no further than OOSHMAN. We pride ourselves on looking outside the pizza box with our approach to food, and our expansive menu is a reflection of this mentality.

We use only the freshest gourmet ingredients on our pizzas, and our unique infusion of Lebanese food culture with traditional pizza-making means that at OOSHMAN there is a whole new world of pizza to explore. Let’s take a look at some of our delicious gourmet pizza options.

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Are you on the hunt for the perfect gourmet pizza? Your search ends with OOSHMAN. We use only the freshest gourmet ingredients and a unique, Lebanese-inspired approach to pizza-making, bringing you something that is truly special every time.

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The pizza menu at OOSHMAN is packed with tantalising options to suit anybody’s tastes. We take a unique approach to pizza-making, ingredient selection and flavour combinations, so there’s always something new and exciting to try.

Our Lebanese roots have opened our minds to the vast possibilities of what can be done with the pizza. From gourmet meats to fresh herbs and spices to delicious sauces, each pizza on our menu has been crafted with creative flair. We source only the best ingredients too, and each and every pizza is stacked with toppings to maximise flavour.

Check out our entire menu right here.

Gourmet Vegan and Vegetarian Options

OOSHMAN (formerly known as Manoosh) are plating up some of the tastiest vegan and vegetarian food your likely to find anywhere in Sydney. Our delicious Daiya vegan cheese is soft, stringy, bubbly and delicious in every way. It can be put on any pizza, opening up a plethora of vegan options from our huge menu!  Our favourite is the Vegan’s Paradise: Spinach, mushroom, capsicum, tomato, olives, onion, garlic & oregano drizzled with tahini sauce with your choice of a za’atar or tomato base.

If you’re not after a traditional pizza, but still feel like warm, crusty and wholesome vegan Lebanese food we offer an extensive range of gourmet za’tar pizza options with lots of different vegan and vegetarian toppings to choose from.

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A Gourmet Lebanese Touch

Our take on gourmet pizza is a little different to what you’ll find in other restaurants with a distinct Lebanese touch throughout the entire menu. A few examples include our delicious sujuk, a rich Lebanese sausage much like salami; or our Lebanese haloumi which is soft and stringy, unlike other versions of the cheese; or za’atar, which is an ancient blend of herbs, spices and oil and can replace the sauce on a pizza; or tahini, a mouthwatering condiment that is great drizzled on a pizza.

If you want to go completely traditional, you’ll also find lahembajin on our menu. Lahembajin is a Lebanese meat pizza that is cheese-less, instead topped with a heavenly blend of ground lamb, herbs and spices spread over a super thin crust and baked in the oven.

Check out our selection of gourmet Lebanese delicacies here.

This is just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to gourmet options at OOSHMAN. If you’re on the hunt for something delicious and different, check out our menu and then Stop by OOSHMAN or order online – we guarantee you will be glad that you did. Or if you’re after top quality mobile pizza catering, give us a call.

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Public Service Announcement: Now You Can Order Direct & Get Special Offers!

Check it out, you can now check out direct from OOSHMAN online rather than having to trawl through any third party sites – and we’re passing the benefits directly to our loyal customers in the form of special offers for orders made directly through the site.

That’s right we’re coming up with a range of special offers and promo codes for those who order direct from the OOSHMAN website!

This has come straight from the top – from the Oosh Man himself – He’s become particularly animated since the announcement of our new menu, new website, and new location – He can now be found preaching the great word of OOSHMAN (formerly known as Manoosh) in full silver screen glory in an ad at the Dendy cinema Newtown – click here if you want to learn more about your humble pizzaiolo’s journey from flatness to greatness.

If all this talk of developing complex native online ordering frameworks is making your stomach growl –  drop by OOSHMAN or order online, and if you haven’t already, you can subscribe to our monthly newsletter to stay in the loop.

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Oosh Man 3D – He’s Alive!

Not only has the Oosh Man now been rendered in three, super shiny, pixel perfect dimensions, he’s now been brought to life with an animated ad now screening at the Dendy cinema in Newtown. Grab a pizza and head on down to catch a flick and see your jolly pizza guru in action on the silver screen. Also, scroll down if you want to see some action shots of the Oosh Man being brought to life.

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He’s alive! Your local A-list pizza mascot has finally been brought to life in an awesome 3D animation now showing at the Dendy in Newtown.

As we mentioned last month, due to popular demand (got to give the people what they want), OOSHMAN is growing, with a new menu, a new website and a new location – So it’s no surprised that the Ooosh Man is getting all animated about it…

Here’s a sneak peak of the process of bringing him to life:

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In other BIG news – you can now order from us directly, instead of through third parties – and we’re passing the benefits directly to our loyal customers in the form of special offers for orders made directly through the site. Watch our social media and you inbox for updates on new special offers.

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If all this news about creating the Oosh Man in a series of still images to create the illusion of movement is working up an appetite,  drop by OOSHMAN (formerly known as Manoosh) or order online, and if you haven’t already, you can subscribe to our monthly newsletter to stay in the loop.

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Home Style Pizza at OOSHMAN

Home style pizza is one of the most comforting foods you can eat, and there’s nothing quite as special as sharing a pizza with your family too. At OOSHMAN, we take care to create food that will take you back to those times, using delicious home-style ingredients, fresh herbs, spices and vegetables, delicious meat and cheese, plus a huge range of traditional Lebanese ingredients that remind us of our our home – Lebanon!

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At OOSHMAN, we take create care in making delicious home style pizza using the freshest ingredients and traditional recipes to make food that begs to be shared.

Our Take on Home Style Pizza

The pizza menu at OOSHMAN (formerly known as Manoosh) is rich and vibrant, going far beyond bland, fast food-style pizzas that had become the norm in recent decades. We source the only freshest ingredients – from seafood and meats to cheeses herbs and veggies – to make sure each and every pizza we serve is bursting with flavour.

You’ll also find many of our pizzas drizzled with delicious, home-made sauces like garlic, tahini, peri peri, plus fresh herbs and spices like oregano, parsley and chilli flakes. You’ll even find a fresh, juicy lemon wedge on some, just for that homely, gourmet touch.

Check out our huge menu of home style pizzas here.

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The Lebanese Touch

At OOSHMAN, Lebanese food culture runs through our veins and you can see it when you take a look at our menu.

You’ll find little hints of Lebanese home cooking scattered throughout our menu. On The Orient you’ll find delicious slices of sujuk – Lebanese-style sausage. Or take a look at the Pirate’s Catch, which is topped with delicious Lebanese haloumi, which is stringy and gooey, unlike Cyprus-style haloumi.

Many of our pizzas have the option for a zaatar base for that authentic Lebanese experience.

If you’re looking for more traditional home style Lebanese pizza, go for the Lebanese meat pizza known as lahembajin – a cheese-less pizza made from ground meat mixed with herbs and spices on a crispy case which is wood fired to perfection.

We also have a huge range of zaatar pizzas topped with super fresh ingredients like pickles, labneh, haloumi, fresh veggies, ricotta or falafel.

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A Different Home Style Experience

If you aren’t in the mood for a pizza, we have plenty of other homely food options. How about a share plate of snacks and dips like falafel and hummus, or sambousik and garlic, or even pumpkin kebbeh and babaganouj.

For something sweeter, try our freshly baked Fererro Crunch or Choc Ricotta puff pastries or even some Leabanese baklava.

If you’re looking for a delicious feast at home with family and friends, OOSHMAN will deliver – drop by OOSHMAN or order from us online for some delicious home style pizza and much much more! Or if you’re after top quality mobile pizza catering, give us a call.

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OOSHMAN 3D – The Oosh Man Enters a New Dimension

That’s right – your friendly neighbourhood Oosh Man is now in 3D. Who know’s what kinds of shenanigans he’s likely to get up to with an extra plane of motion at his disposal. Keep a close eye on our website and social channels to make sure you don’t miss the latest Oosh Man escapades.

manoosh 3dNo need to don those weird glasses – The Oosh man is coming straight at you in full high definition 3D!

As OOSHMAN grows with a new menu, a new website and a new location – it stands to reason that the Oosh Man himself would evolve. We hope you will all join us in giving him a warm, cheesy welcome to the third dimension.

Watch this space for more three dimensional Oosh Man antics.

If all this talk of pizzas and new dimensions is making your stomach rumble –  why not drop by OOSHMAN (formerly known as Manoosh) or order online, and if you haven’t already, you can subscribe to our monthly newsletter to stay in the loop.

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Delicious Lahembajin: The Irresistible Lebanese Meat Pizza

Who said pizza needs to have cheese on it? Definitely not the Lebanese.

When it comes to traditional Lebanese pizza, the common ingredients differ greatly from its Italian counterpart. Whereas the Italians favour cheese and tomato as the base for their pizzas, the Lebanese opt for herbs, spices and oils, topped simply with with fresh meats and vegetables. The classic example of this simple and delicious combination is lahembajin – or Lebanese meat pizza. Just ask anyone lover of Middle Eastern food: nothing is tastier than lahembajin.

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Lahembajin, or Lebanese meat pizza, is a Middle Eastern classic that is as simple as it is delicious. Drop by OOSHMAN and give it a try. You won’t be disappointed.

What Is It?

Lahembajin – also spelled lahmacun, lahmajun or lahmaǰo (amongst many other variations) – is a classic Middle Eastern dish that literally translates to “meat on dough”. While this may not sound particularly enticing, like many traditional Middle Eastern dishes, the devil is in the details.

Lahembajin usually consists of a thin, round flatbread topped with a mixture of ground meat, vegetables and herbs that is then baked in a woodfire oven. The meat is commonly lamb or beef, the vegetables are usually onion, capsicum and tomato, and herbs can include parsley, mint and cilantro. What you get is an incarnation of pizza – Lebanese meat pizza that is.

The History of Lahembajin

Like many other aspects of traditional Lebanese cooking, lahembajin originated in the Levant region (modern day Lebanon, Jordan, Syria, Palestine and Israel), but quickly spread to surrounding regions like Turkey and Armenia, hence the multitude of spellings and variations of the dish.

Like many traditional cuisines, there are minor discrepancies in the tale of the ‘first’ incarnation of the lahembajin as different regions had access to ingredients that others didn’t. As such, modern versions of the dish vary greatly. This only adds to its allure: you never quite know what you’re going to get.

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The Ingredients

The base – the dough for lahembajin needs to be quite thin and crispy, much like traditional Italian pizza.

The toppings – the secret to great lahembajin is in the preparation of the toppings. The meat and vegetables need to be cut up very fine so that it will cook easily and combine nicely. There is no set recipe for how you prepare your toppings, so get as creative as you like.

The spices – one of the key differences between Lebanese and Italian pizza is how the Lebanese use spices. Lahembajin tends to be spicy and a little bit sweet, using anything from cayenne pepper to cumin, cinnamon or paprika. Once again, you can get as creative as you want with the spices used in the topping mixture.

The cooking – before spreading on top of the dough, the topping mixture is usually sautéed briefly in order to cook the meat slightly and to release their juices. The mixture is then placed on the dough and put in the oven at a very high heat.

The garnishes – once the dough is golden and crispy it is ready to eat, but not before it is garnished with a few final touches. A bit of olive oil, lemon juice, coriander or parsley will bring an element of freshness and vitality to the dish.

Now it is ready to eat!

If you’re on the hunt for traditional Lebanese meat pizza, your search ends with lahembajin. This simple and delicious dish is an age-old classic. For an authentic lahembajin experience drop by OOSHMAN, or order online, we’d be more than happy to prepare a fresh one for you! OOSHMAN (formerly known as Manoosh) are plating up some of the best Lebanese food in the inner west!

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Looking for somewhere to have lunch in Newtown? Your search ends with OOSHMAN

When it comes to lunch in Newtown, the options are pretty much endless. King St and Enmore Rd are packed door to door with delicious food options, there’s no doubt about that. But if you’re looking for something tasty, healthy and cheap, your search ends with OOSHMAN (formerly known as Manoosh). Pizzas aren’t our only specialty – far from it. We have a plethora of tasty lunch options to satisfy even the most ravenous bellies, or the most health conscious. So next time your searching for a place to have lunch in Newtown, look no further than OOSHMAN! Here are some of our options.

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Looking for somewhere to have lunch in Newtown? We have a plethora of tasty options to satisfy even the most ravenous bellies, health aware or cost-conscious.

Za’atar Bread

Za’atar is at the very crux of Lebanese food culture. It is made from a blend of herbs and spices, usually thyme, oregano, marjoram, sumac, toasted sesame seeds and salt, which is then mixed with olive oil and spread on flatbread and baked in the oven. At OOSHMAN we offer a rage of toppings to go with our delicious za’atar bread, from haloumi to labhne, olives, capsicum, ricotta or falafel. Try our Beirut-style za’atar with haloumi, tomato, onion & chilli flakes. Many of these are vegetarian or vegan options and range from $3 for plain bread, to $8 for the deluxe falafel option.

Folded Sujuk Pizza

Looking for a thick, meaty, delicious meal but don’t think you can take on whole pizza by yourself? Our folded sujuk pizza is just for you. Featuring fluffy folded crust filled with cheese, sujuk, olives, capsicum and tomato, it’s a delicious alternative to a traditional pizza. Sujuk is Lebanese sausage, somewhat similar to pepperoni, made from ground beef, combined with a selection of exotic, spices like garlic, cumin, sumac and red pepper.

Haloumi or Spinach Pie

You’ve never had a haloumi pie like this. Featuring heaps of melted haloumi stuffed into in a semi circle pie coated with sesame seeds, its warm, gooey and filling. It’s also a great vegetarian option for those looking for something a little more delectable. But hold on, melted haloumi you say? At OOSHMAN we use Lebanese haloumi, which is different from traditional Cyprus-style haloumi that is crusty and squeaky. Lebanese haloumi is woven and stretched into bundles and stored in olive oil, giving it a stringy texture more akin to mozzarella. We also have a tasty vegan spinach option.

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Lahembajin

Lahembajin is a folded meat pizza, but with no cheese. Instead we top a crispy base with tasty minced lamb, finely chopped tomatoes and onions which are then combined with a selection of 7 herbs and spices including paprika, peppers, cumin, cinnamon, parsley coriander and mint. Served with a thick slice of lemon as a garnish.

Kebbeh

An excellent side or snack, Kebbeh is a delicious Lebanese street food classic made from a minced lamb, pine nut and onion filling, encased in a burghul (cracked wheat) & lamb ‘football’. We also a super vegan option made from a chickpea, spinach and onion filling, encased in a burghul and pumpkin football. These are huge and at $9 for 6, or $17 for a dozen, great value (vegan options are even cheaper!).

Wraps

We also offer a selection of delicious Lebanese wraps to suit the tastes of any hungry customer, none more than $8! Some of these include our famous falafel, healthy vegan options, vegetarian toppings, beef and chicken wraps and our Shawarma wrap, each with a selection of Lebanese condiments and salads like Labhne, hummus, pickles and tahini.

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Salads

We also offer an array of salad options including classic tabouleh, Mediterranean style and a garden salad.

Sides and Dips

If you’re a fan of mixing and matching, our sides and dips are for you. Sides range from falafel to chicken wings to Sambousik (puff pastry and minced meat). These can be paired with a plethora of tasty sides like hummus, tzatsiki, babaganouj, and garlic and lemon.

This is just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to tasty options for lunch in Newtown. Check out our menu for more mouth-watering options.

Give OOSHMAN a call right now. Simply order from us online or drop by and see us in person – we guarantee you will not be disappointed. We are open from 12pm Friday – Sunday. Or if you’re after top quality mobile pizza catering, give us a call.

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OOSHMAN Are Plating Up Some of The Best Lebanese Cuisine in Sydney

At OOSHMAN (formerly known as Manoosh) we are absolutely obsessed with Lebanese cuisine. It’s a rare kind of food that is both healthy and delicious, and it’s extremely versatile with a range of options from sweet to savoury, catering to vegans, vegetarians and carnivores alike. Traditional Lebanese cuisine has snuck its way into modern Australian food culture in a number of ways. Our take on it is a selection of casual Lebanese street food, ranging from our delicious Lebanese pizzas and traditional man’oushe to falafel or shawarma wraps, kabbeh and baklava. Let’s have a look at some of what we believe to be some of the best Lebanese cuisine in Sydney.

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Are you on the hunt for Lebanese cuisine in Sydney? Look no further than OOSHMAN. Let’s have a look at some of the delicious Lebanese food we have to offer.

Man’oushe

Traditional Lebanese man’oushe is very much like our version of pizza. People classify it simply as baked flatbread topped with fresh ingredients such as za’atar, tomato, mint, lifft (pickled turnip), ground meat and cheese. It is usually smaller than a traditional pizza, good for easy folding, and the dough can either be rolled very thin or kept thick for smaller servings. Traditionally man’oushe is only been topped with za’atar – a combination of herbs and spices, prominently thyme – and oil. Delicious Lebanese cuisine!

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Sujuk

Sujuk is Lebanese sausage dating back to ancient times. Many people liken it to salami due its high fat content. Sujuk is traditionally made from ground beef, but other meats, such as pork, mutton, and even horse meat are known to be used. The meat is then combined with delicious spices like garlic, cumin, sumac and red pepper before being prepared inside a sausage casing. We put it on our pizzas but it is delicious on its own too!

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Kabbeh

Kebbeh is made from burghul (a type of cracked wheat), diced onion, ground meat (usually lamb), chopped pine nuts and an array of spices that range from salt and pepper to cumin, cayenne and cinnamon. These ingredients are thoroughly combined and sometimes eaten raw, though it is more commonly formed into small cylinders, fried and eaten with a side of hommus. We also offer a vegan version of the dish – pumpkin kebbeh.

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Tabbouleh

Lebanese cuisine is famous for its fresh and healthy ingredients, with our salads a particular highlight, and none have a more fanatical following than tabbouleh. Made from bulgur (a type of wheat), parsley, fresh tomatoes and seasonings such as lemon juice, olive oil and garlic, tabbouleh is as fresh and tasty as it is good for you. Whether you are in Beirut or Bondi, nothing is more refreshing on a hot summer day than a bowl of freshly made tabbouleh.

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Falafel

This legendary Lebanese cuisine is made from chick peas that are soaked, ground and combined with a variety of spices that often includes cumin, coriander, chilli and garlic. This heavenly mixture is then formed into balls and fried until golden and crispy. Falafel makes an ideal snack (especially when dipped in hommus) or for something a little more substantial add a few falafel balls to a pita with your favourite vegetables and a drizzling of tahini for a filling lunch or dinner. Our falafel wraps are the best in Sydney.

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Baklava

While baklava is believed to have been created by the Assyrians of Mesopotamia sometime around the 8th Century BC, every culture in the region has their own special version, including the Lebanese. Our baklava is sweet, flaky and we have dozens of different types – each one typically includes multiple layers of super thin pastry, a filling of chopped walnuts, pine nuts or almonds, and a drizzling of honey on top. Our baklava is vegan too.

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Haloumi pie

You might think that a haloumi pie might not work all that well. Traditional cyprus haloumi is dense and crispy when cooked, and while it is a delicious dish in many different dishes, in a pie it might not be best filling. However, Lebanese haloumi is woven and stretched into bundles and stored in olive oil, giving it a stringy texture more akin to mozzarella, but with the sharp salty taste of haloumi. Perfect in a pie!

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If you’re on the hunt for Lebanese cuisine in Sydney then look no further than OOSHMAN. Stop by OOSHMAN (formerly known as Manoosh) or order online – we guarantee you will be glad that you did. Or if you’re after top quality mobile pizza catering, give us a call.