Layaly Cafe

With the heat of the summer comes ripe, delicious tomatoes. Start looking for in-season tomatoes to add to your shopping cart -- a nice Caprese salad will cool you off and fill your stomach. Just add Mozzarella, basil, olives, and a drizzle of balsamic. Voilà -- you're a pro!

The best stories are like the best burgers: big, juicy, and full of flavor. Whether you visited us recently or not, share the thing you remember most about your time at Layaly Cafe.

It may be hard to choose just one, but we have to ask: Which menu item of ours are you missing most right now?

If you want a classic taste of the Mediterranean, make your hummus from scratch. Add tahini, cold water, olive oil, cumin, salt, garlic and lemon juice to a food processor, add the chickpeas, and purée for about three to four minutes until smooth. Season with salt and enjoy!

Recipes can get really creative when you use what you've got in the home!

We've got warm weather on our mind -- what are your favorite kabobs to grill up?

There are a million ways to make falafel from scratch, so give it a shot the next time you're in the kitchen. Start with the essentials: chickpeas, fresh herbs, garlic, onion, flour, oil, lemon juice, and your favorite Mediterranean spices. Add your own unique twists and enjoy.

Meals hold a near and dear place in our hearts. Share the most memorable meal you've ever had and what made it so special to you!

Make your salad the star of your lunch by seasoning your greens and adding fresh herbs like parsley, basil, mint, and cilantro. It will add a necessary dimension of flavor and a quick pop of freshness that'll make your salad much more interesting.

We'd love to know a few of the delicious dishes you're whipping up during your time at home. Whether they're one of your classics or something new you're trying, share some of your favorites with us.

Thanks for always being there for us, Astoria. We hope you and your loved ones are staying healthy and safe during this time!

We're always humbled by the kind words of our community. Serving the tastiest food with a smile on our faces is our thanks to everyone who have showed our Mediterranean-American fusion some love.

Start your weekend off right with something sweet.