Fall Menu Updates at 12 Pittsburgh Restaurants

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October 18, 2025

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As the days get shorter and the temperatures get cooler, being together helps us stay warm and energized. These Pittsburgh fall menu updates bring a refreshing wave of creativity and warmth to the city’s food scene. Stay on top of the newest items at these restaurants, with something for everybody whether you want a satisfying brunch or a fun night out.

Fall Menu Updates at Pittsburgh Restaurants

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Palm Palm

This East Liberty spot blends Palm Springs and Palm Beach by maintaining its coastal influence for the fall. Highlights include the indulgent Wagyu Meatballs served with French onion as well as Gruyère and provolone cheeses, a vibrant Beet and Burrata Salad, and the a signature Parmesan Herb Crusted Palm Palm Chicken. The menu also features a new Udon Carbonara with bacon and farm-fresh eggs.

DiAnoia’s

DiAnoia’s Eatery is celebrating the arrival of autumn with the highly anticipated return of their Gnocchi Pumpkin Bowl. This fan-favorite seasonal dish features house-made gnocchi nestled in a rich, creamy pumpkin sauce, and then gets topped with mozzarella, basil, and a hint of nutmeg, all uniquely served inside a tender, roasted pumpkin. For those who prefer a hands-on experience, the sister shop, Pane è Pronto, also offers take-home kits with all the necessary ingredients to make your own at home.

Title 9

Title 9 is welcoming the arrival of autumn with a seasonally updated menu featuring an array of inventive and comforting dishes. Guests can tuck into elevated bar snacks, handhelds, flatbreads, and salads. Some new recipes perfect for sharing are the Boatload of Shoe String Fries with house Asiago cheese sauce as well as the Thai Peanut Tempura Tofu Nuggets. For the main event, be sure to try the T9 Burger, piled high with candied bacon and onion straws, or the Wild Mushroom Flatbread.

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Spirits and Tales

An entirely new lineup of fall cocktails awaits you at the Spirits and Tales bar in The Oaklander Hotel. Guests can warm up with Autumn Nights with Cognac, apple cider, allspice, and Averna. Or, for a truly unique and comforting sip, try Butter Me Up that blends butternut squash, cider, and then honey with citrus and ginger beer. There’s also the Pumpkin Brulée Espresso Martini to satisfy your dessert cravings or a Pecan Pie cocktail featuring Champagne for a crisp finish if that’s more your speed.

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Square Cafe

Square Cafe is celebrating the start of autumn with its annual PumpkinPalooza, transforming the vibrant East Liberty eatery into a seasonal haven. This event features revolving pumpkin-inspired food and beverage specials like the Jack O’ Lantern Mocha, topped with a cocoa jack o’ lantern face, or the Pumpkin Espresso Martini, finished with a pumpkin spice as well as a cinnamon stencil. Of course, the crowd-favorite Pumpkin Pancakes will also be making their eagerly awaited return.

Khalil’s

Fall flavors like pumpkin and apple go perfectly into the Syrian dishes available at Khalil’s. Patrons can look forward to the delicious Pumpkin Kibbee, a savory village vegan dish made with pumpkin, bulgur wheat, and chickpeas, available every Wednesday throughout October. But if you are craving a sweet treat, then try the restaurant’s housemade Apple Walnut Baklava featuring apples, raisins, and warm spiced syrup.

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Ritual House

Much awaits in the kitchen and at the bar at Ritual House this autumn. Guests can cozy up at the central bar and savor seasonal drinks like the Smoked Orchard Old Fashioned (smoked tableside with Maker’s Mark, apple butter cider, and brandy) and the indulgent Rumpkin Spice (rum with house-made pumpkin spice and cold foam). The dinner menu features rich, Ratatouille Flatbread, a delicate Chilean Sea Bass with Yuzu Vinaigrette, as well as a hearty Swordfish with Korean BBQ and sushi rice.

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The Commoner

The Commoner’s menu update designed by Chef Dave Racicot, is full of hearty dishes infused with fresh, bold fall flavors. Indulge in the return of a fan favorite Beets with whipped yogurt, blue cheese, and savory granola. For a wholesome and deeply flavored entrée, try the Chef’s Salmon, perfectly paired with a smoked tomato sauce as well as seasonal vegetables.

fl.2

Fl.2 at the Fairmont Pittsburgh, fl.2 has unveiled an elevated new dinner menu, meticulously crafted by Executive Chef Fernando Canales. Try a variety of new starters, small plates, main dishes, and soups/salads. Some of the listings include Tuna Watermelon Crudo, a decadent Beef Tartare, a comforting Sweet Corn & Smoked Bacon Chowder, and also a tender Short Rib Bone-In dinner.

Story by Kylie Thomas

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Trick or Treater Candy Cookies

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Keith Recker

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October 16, 2025

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We have an answer to one of the eternal questions of American life: What do we do with our kids’ massive Halloween haul of candy? First, you give them three days to enjoy a treat or two a day before you interfere with their happiness. Second, you stash any of your personal favorites in an unmarked bag on a very high shelf. Third, you make these Trick or Treater Candy Cookies!

All you need is 1 ¼ cup of mixed candies like M&Ms, Raisinettes, chocolate-covered pretzels, Milk Duds, mini candy bars, and the like. Leave the M&Ms and Raisinettes whole. Roughly chop larger candies with a chef’s knife so that the pieces are about the same size as an M&M. Then you’re ready to transform the last of the Halloween haul into delicious cookies for family and friends to share. Plus, you can always get others involved in the kitchen to help you mix up these treats.

Can You Freeze Our Trick or Treater Candy Cookies?

These cookies freeze well for a couple of months in a sealed plastic bag or container, just in case you need a sweet Plan B at some point in the weeks between Halloween and New Years.

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Trick or Treater Candy Cookies

Author: Keith Recker

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Put all that extra Halloween candy to delicious use!

Ingredients

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¾ cup unsalted butter
¾ cup brown sugar
¾ cup sugar
2 eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 tsp almond extract
1 tsp salt
2 cups flour
1 ¼ tsp baking soda
½ cup milk chocolate chips
1/3 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
1 ¼ cup mixed candies (M&Ms, Raisinettes, crumbled pretzels, chopped candy bars, etc. See above)

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 350. Line two cookie sheets with parchment paper or Silpat pads.
In a bowl, stir together flour, baking soda, and salt.
In the bowl of a stand mixer, cream butter and sugars.
Add eggs, vanilla extract, and almond extract. Mix.
Add the flour mixture bit by bit.
With mixer on the lowest speed, briefly mix in the candies.
Use two soup spoons to scoop dough out for individual cookies. Roll the dough into golf ball-sized balls and place them 2 inches apart on the cookie sheets.
Bake for 10-14 minutes until golden brown.

Recipe and Story by Keith Recker
Photography by Dave Bryce

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Hot Breakfast Recipes to Warm You Up on Cold Mornings

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Kylie Thomas

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October 16, 2025

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As the temperature dips and the daylight shrinks, there’s no better way to face a chilly morning than with a breakfast that truly warms you from the inside out. Forget cold cereal or hurriedly grabbed snacks—this collection of hot breakfast recipes is your secret weapon to beating the chill. We’ve gathered soul-satisfying dishes that will fill your home with comforting aromas and fuel your day with rich, nourishing recipes. Get ready to banish the cold, embrace the cozy, and make your first meal the most comforting part of your day for once.

Hot Breakfast Recipes

Crab and Jarlsberg Quiche

Simplicity meets luxury with this flavor-packed crab quiche recipe from Chef Jackie Page.

A quiche is already luxurious but it only gets better whenever you add in crab and jarlsberg cheese. It makes this quiche a little nutty while carrying the subtle sweetness of crab meat. Try it alongside cooling fresh fruits for a lovely contrast.

Martha Stewart-Inspired Asparagus, Leek, and Jarlsberg Quiche

Another quiche option that uses the same unique jarlsberg cheese gets its inspiration from Martha Stewart. This recipe from the queen herself uses asparagus and leeks to ensure you get the nutrients you need for the day. Plus the homemade crust ends up perfectly flaky.

Breakfast Casserole with Caramelized Onions, Dates and Gruyere

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What’s better than an omelette? Our Breakfast Casserole with Caramelized Onions, Dates, and Gruyere. We’re packing in a combination of savory ingredients that leave you feeling full all the way till lunch time. Your traditional casserole just got a real upgrade.

Crème Brûlée French Toast Bake with Panettone

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For those who love a sweeter breakfast, this Crème Brûlée French Toast Bake uses candied fruit and raisin filled panettone. Simply slice up a loaf and add it to a pan along with eggs, brown sugar, butter, half and half, and vanilla extract. We even include a bit of Grand Marnier for a deeper flavor.

Buckwheat Griddle Pancakes With Blackberry Sauce

Delectable griddle cakes made with buckwheat flour, topped with a flavorful blackberry sauce infused with bay leaf and black peppercorns.

This isn’t your basic boxed pancake mix. These Buckwheat Griddle Pancakes have a buckwheat flour base that can help lower cholesterol levels and keep blood sugar levels in check. Plus, to top these cakes you’ll make a blackberry sauce that’s tangy and carries a bit of heat from the black peppercorn. When beside the vanilla cream in this recipe, it’s a dream come true.

Ham, Bacon, and Cheddar Breakfast Pastry Puffs

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Rather than a breakfast sandwich, try your morning meal in pastry puff form. These puffs pack full ham, bacon and cheddar cheese that’s similar to a hot pocket but so much better for you. If you’re feeling creative, you can even back the blackberry sauce from the pancake recipe above and add it to these breakfast treats instead.

Morning Migas

Spice up your breakfast with Cheryl Alters Jamison’s Morning Migas. This skillet sautés tomatoes, green chile, jalapeño chile, onion, eggs, and cheese along with broken tortilla chips that add a delightful crunch. It’s a mix of a breakfast burrito, omelette, and fajita dish all in one.

Easy Breakfast Bake

Sometimes making a hot breakfast recipe can feel like a lot but we’re simplifying the process as much as possible. This Easy Breakfast Bake means you can crack eggs into a pan with a pesto mixture then top with sun-dried tomatoes and prosciutto and bake. Talk about all deliciousness and no work!

Creamed Spinach with Dippy Eggs

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We’re sure Popeye would approve of this Creamed Spinach recipe. To match the flavor and texture of this dish, we’re adding a dippy egg on top that lets the warm yolk break over the bed of spinach. Just make sure you have toast or a baguette nearby to sop all the goodness up.

Pumpkin Pancakes

For those who just can’t live without their Pumpkin Spice Latte. These Pumpkin Pancakes use pumpkin puree in the mix for a delightfully fluffy pancake and unmistakable taste. We also make an apple compote with Granny Smith apples, cider, and cinnamon to bring this breakfast home.

Blueberry Pancakes

Fresh fruit and pancakes go together like bacon and eggs. Learn to make a pancake batter from scratch and then sprinkle in handpicked blueberries for a vibrant recipe. The brightness of the fruit lifts the heaviness that can often weigh down pancakes.

Story by Kylie Thomas

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Recipes to Make When Daylight Savings Time Ends

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Kylie Thomas

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October 16, 2025

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Daylight Savings Time is coming to an end, and that means Standard Time is on its way along with the early darkness of winter. That’s right, on November 2 at 2 a.m. we set out clocks back an hour. To combat the (inevitable?) seasonal slump, we’ve curated a collection of easy and hearty recipes to brighten up these darker days. These dishes will keep you cozy and satisfied while you wait for the spring to return and also get you through that first painful day of setting the clocks back. So let the stress fade away and instead treat yourself to some substance during these draining times.

Recipes to Make When Daylight Savings Time Ends

Dirty Blondies with Chocolate, Hazelnut & Coffee

Everyone deserves something to indulge in when the time change hits. Bake yourself a sweet treat with our Dirty Blondies featuring chocolate, hazelnut, and coffee for a pick-me-up. These decadent squares are sure to cure any sweet tooth but the addition of coffee cuts through to make sure each bite isn’t overly sweet. Plus, you can make a whole pan that’ll last you throughout the week.

Espresso Negroni

Nobody can get through the sun setting early without a cocktail to sip while you think over the woes of your life. Thankfully, our Espresso Negroni won’t put you directly to sleep since it has a shot of your favorite espresso included. But, be careful, too many of these cocktails and you might end up staying awake till the sun rises.

Overnight Oats Parfait Recipe

Since your sleep schedule will most likely get off track, you’re going to want an easy breakfast option to get you through the first dark and cold mornings. Our Overnight Oats Parfait can be made the night prior so you can sleep in those 5 extra minutes the next day. You can even customize your parfait to be perfect for you. Try using fresh fruit, nuts, varieties of granola, and even your go-to jam to make a breakfast that’ll help you recharge with great nutrition.

Sheet Pan Scallops and Corn Supper

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When the sun starts setting close to 4 p.m., we don’t want to have to worry about making an extravagant dinner either. Sheet pan recipes can be a perfect way to take the hard labor away but still enjoy the just-as-delicious results. For this Sheet Pan Scallops and Corn Supper recipe, all you need to do is coat the ingredients in oil and seasoning, place them on a pan, and cook in the oven. Your homemade weeknight dinner has never been made so easily!

Texas Chili

Chili is one of those dinners that you can make ahead of time and chow down on all throughout the week. This Texas Chili packs a punch of heat to wake you up that comes from the cayenne pepper, molé paste, jalapeños, and chili powder. Plus, these leftovers come in handy for when you’re running late to work and don’t have a lunch packed. Simply toss it in a heatable bowl with a lid and head to the office.

Nespresso Affogato

We will never deny ice cream for breakfast. We’re suckers for an affogato, especially since it means we get to indulge in two of our favorites: espresso and ice cream. While you may think you can only get an affogato at an Italian cafe, you can actually easily make this treat at home as long as you have an espresso machine. To make things even simpler we recommend using a Nespresso machine. This way with the press of one button you can brew your espresso directly over top of your ice cream.

11 Antidepressant Food Recipes

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To get you through the rest of Standard Time and the oncoming seasonal depression, we’ve curated a list of 11 Antidepressant Food Recipes that’ll bring a little light into your life. All the recipes use ingredients that have natural antidepressant properties like eggs, bananas, squash, and so much more. Look forward to meals like Salmon Poke with Yuzu, Butternut Squash and Lentil Soup, Cranberry Pineapple Upside Down Cake, and Creamed Spinach Dippy Eggs.

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Celebrate Diwali with These Authentic Indian Recipes

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Kylie Thomas

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October 13, 2025

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Diwali Onion Bhaji and Dahi Papdi Chaat on gold serve ware with red accent decorations.

Diwali, the five-day festival observed throughout India by Hindus, Sikhs, and Jains, holds a shared symbolism for all who celebrate: “That light overcomes darkness, good overcomes evil, and knowledge overcomes ignorance,” says Veda Sankaran, the developer of these recipes. One of the several origin stories about Diwali is that it commemorates King Rama’s rescue of his kidnapped wife Sita, one of the major storylines in the world’s most ancient epic poem, the Ramayana. When Rama and Sita return home to live happily ever after, the citizens of their land welcome them by lighting tiny oil lamps all over the ancient city of Ayodhya.

The word Diwali comes from the ancient Sanskrit word deepavali, which translates to “a cluster or line of lamps,” or diyas. Throughout the holiday, these clay oil lamps are still lit around the home.

Sankaran, who is from the state of Tamil Nadu in South India, emphasizes the diversity of celebrations across India depending on language, culture, and region. For example, “Most people know it as Diwali, but I grew up saying, ‘Happy Deepavali!’ she says. “Like most holidays around the world, it’s centered around family and food. New clothing is gifted, food is shared, and in the evening, firecrackers and sparklers are set off.”

Diwali Recipes from India

Traditions focus on the preparing and sharing of sweets. In South India, “we usually start our meals with the dessert,” says Sankaran, which is why they’re featured here first. She also notes that Indian desserts are often time-consuming to prepare, and her time-saving approach is non-traditional––but just as delicious.

Diwali Desserts

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Mango Rasmalai, Pistachio Burfi, and Carrot Halwa are three dessert recipes that are a must for Diwali. These specialities create a tender cheese curd dish in a decadent mango puree, a fudge-like confection that utilizes pistachio butter, and a pudding-esc dish that cooks carrots in sweetened milk.

Chole Bhatura

Some may not think of breakfast but Chole Bhatura is there to start your Diwali with a kick. This dish starts with masala made from scratch. Then you mix sautéed onions, ginger, garlic, green chili, and tomatoes to round out the chickpea stew. Finish it all off with bhatura, a puffy fried bread made from all-purpose flour.

Onion Bhaji and Dahi Papdi Chaat

These two appetizer recipes are perfect sharable staters. Onion Bhaji are deep-fried snacks similar to veggie fritters or pakoras. They’re firm, salty, rich, and spiced. Chaat on the other hand is a very popular street food that’s tangy, sweet, and spicy. It derives from a crunchy cracker then adds on toppings.

Diwali Falooda

Three tall glasses with a layered Falooda dessert for Diwali.

Falooda is a refreshing and vibrant way to enjoy Diwali. This Persian treat, brought to India by the Mughals in the 16th century, is actually similar to a thicker milkshake. It’s layers consist of a rose Jell-O, corn sev, soaked basil seeds, rose syrup, milk, and ice cream.

Story by Nicole Barley
Recipes and Styling by Veda Sankaran
Photography by Dave Bryce

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5 Ways to Celebrate Halloween at the Office

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Kylie Thomas

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October 12, 2025

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Bringing Halloween into your office or workplace doesn’t have to be a chore. You don’t need to decorate every corner with skulls and jack o’ lanterns to enjoy the fun of the holiday. We know all about work coming first, so below you’ll find simple ways to celebrate all while finishing your day’s work, too. You could bring in a fall-flavored dish for lunch or scary delicious cookies for dessert. Or, you could simply put our spooky fall playlist on and let the vibes enter the workspace. It’s really up to you how to get into the spooky spirit.

Celebrating Halloween at the Office

Bring in a Pumpkin Spice Treat

Ah, pumpkin spice the epitome of the fall season. Everywhere you turn there’s a new latte at the coffee shop or pastry at the bakery that infuses this flavorful goodness. Get your whole staff on the pumpkin spice train by making a treat at home and bringing it in the office. Whether it’s our Fig and Pumpkin Spice Galette, Pumpkin Pie Spice Linzer Cookies, or even a jar of our Homemade Pumpkin Spice to gift to your coworkers, they’re sure to appreciate the gesture.

Queue Up Our Halloween Playlist

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Possibly the simplest and easiest way to bring the celebration into the office is by putting on our curated Halloween playlist. This set of songs includes just about every spooky-themed song you can thing of. We throw it back with Thriller by Michael Jackson before taking you to a Halloween party with Heads Will Roll by Yeah Yeah Yeahs. There’s a little something for everyone here. But, if you’d prefer your playlist to be personalized, let the whole office add to a playlist of your own.

Indulge in a Halloween Favorite That’s Elevated for the Adults

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We know, we know… practically everything Halloween seems to be for the kids. But, we’ve found a way to take all those treats you enjoyed as a kid and give them the proper adult treatment. Regular brownies turn into Halloween Espresso Brownies, your basic coffee cake gets a scary skull upgrade, and candy corn forms into a delicious rum pecan blondie. Talk about a way to cure your sweet tooth but still feel your age.

Serve a Pumpkin-Forward Lunch

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There’s nothing that’ll make you feel more like a hero than bringing in lunch for your coworkers. Thankfully, with these pumpkin recipes, it’s not the difficult to serve a group either. You can easily make our Rice Pudding with Candied Pumpkin and Caramel, Pumpkin Risotto, and even Roasted Pumpkin Salad at home and then bring them into the office the next day. It’s the perfect way to embrace fall as well as head back to work with a full stomach.

Turn Your Leftover Halloween Candy Into Desserts for the Day After

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So technically this one is for the work day after Halloween, but, it’s better to celebrate late than never at all! Rather than throwing out or eating all that extra Halloween candy you have, bake into something brand new. Take those Reese’s (if by chance there are any left of this favorite) and mix up a Peanut Butter Cup Banana Bread. Or, cut up your Twix into a no bake, Easy Twix Cold Cake. There are also recipes for candy corn, peppermint patties, Butterfingers, and even a special bark for using up whatever it is you have left.

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Curried Lentil Salad

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Ethan Chmura

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October 8, 2025

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Greens, a landmark vegetarian restaurant in San Francisco with views of the bay and Golden Gate Bridge, inspired this Curried Lentil Salad recipe. Spices provide a lovely punch, and the secret is to let the salad rest for about half hour to allow the flavors to mix. It tastes even better the next day. Make sure to use a plain yogurt with neutral flavor, avoiding any made from coconut milk. You can substitute plain whole milk yogurt for a vegetarian version of the Curried Lentil Salad.

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