"Bring a few extra bags to Akhavan, and load up on borek pastries, patties (meat or veggie), pakoras, samosas, or a lahmajoun flatbread at their takeout counter. Fans of grilled meats will delight in Akhavan’s beef, lamb, and chicken kebabs prepared Persian-style. While you’re at it, pick up some Iranian yogurt with shallot (maast o moosir) and a barbari flatbread." - Ivy Lerner-Frank