Many of the classics are here, from mantu to a Godzilla-sized lamb shank to kabuli palaw ... herb-based flavor oils and a painter’s approach to plating. The modern Afghan restaurant Jaji ...

Even though it adds an extra step to the cooking process, throwing together a marinade, even a simple way, can really elevate your lamb.

Apple Cider Braised Lamb Shanks. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen ... you get perfectly roasted salmon with garlic cherry sauce and crisp broccoli—all on one pan. No fancy plating required. Brown ...

The Greek salad elevates what’s often a side dish to main character status. Crisp romaine provides the foundation for ...

A proper lamb gyro doesn’t need fancy plating – just perfectly seasoned meat ... Perhaps next time you’ll try the braised lamb shank or finally order that whole grilled fish you’ve been eyeing on ...

Don’t forget to leave room for the tahchin, an Iranian upside-down cake made with lamb shank meat or chicken ... From the delicate grilled baby calamari to a generous plating of lobster pasta, and the ...

Food wise, you can’t beat the braised veal shank risotto with veal jus, marjoram and saffron cream, and the cacio e pepe complete with handmade short ridged pasta, pecorino romano cheese and lashings ...

Owners of Atlanta dining concepts Adobo ATL, Anis Cafe & Bistro and Jose's Birria & Burgers share recipes for braised dishes: chicken adobo, birria and braised lamb shanks.