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Battersby in Cobble Hill: Good Food Comes in Small Spaces: The small, intimate setting at Battersby allows the chefs to effectively showcase their understanding of seasonality.

San Diego: A Burger Topped with Cheese Curds at Davanti Enoteca: A complex burger where the ingredients impress, but don't overwhelm.

Knockout Noodles: Urbanbelly: Typical bolognese sauce gets an Asian makeover at this noodle hotspot.

7 Lemon Sweets We Love in Los Angeles: If you're craving something zesty and bright, here are some of the best lemon desserts you'll find in LA.

A Sandwich a Day: Pork Belly at Cochon Butcher in New Orleans: A butcher shop in New Orleans offers meat lovers hearty sandwich options.

Staff Picks: 9 Lamb Dishes We Love in New York: Whether you prefer lamb on a bun, braised, or in a salad, here's some of our favorite spots to enjoy this gamey, succulent meat.

Newark, NJ: A Genuinely Good Airport Burger at Garden State Diner: A exemplary diner-style burger that will certainly make your time at the airport more enjoyable.

The Six Best Dishes at Portillo's in Chicago: This massive chain is constantly busy and for all of the right reasons, here's what they do best.