Mako published a food feature on June 24, 2026, by Yarden Weiss, offering a Friday-night menu designed to impress family or friends. The package centers on dishes that look elaborate but are meant to be approachable, with a roasted beet salad, za'atar focaccia, a braised beef shank and green bean stew, yellow rice, and a quick baklava dessert.
The focaccia is described as an Italian bread with an Israeli twist, made with plenty of olive oil and fresh za'atar. The article says it is soft inside, crisp outside, visually striking, and ideal for dipping into sauces, especially if served with bowls of olive oil and balsamic vinegar.
The roasted beet salad with caramelized nuts is presented as a recipe people will want to make again after one try. Roasted beets are set on greens and topped with nuts coated in a simple homemade caramel, creating a dish that looks luxurious even though it is straightforward.
The main course is a slow-cooked beef shank stew with green beans in a deep tomato sauce flavored with sweet paprika and turmeric. It takes about three hours in total, but only around 30 minutes of active work, and the text suggests it pairs especially well with the focaccia. For dessert, the article says the express baklava is surprisingly easy, using phyllo brushed with honey and filled with walnuts, pecans, cashews, pistachios, hazelnuts, and almonds, then baked until glossy and festive. It is recommended with espresso or black coffee.
