Jillian Dara
Journalist
Jillian Dara is a freelance writer and editor reporting on wine and spirits, travel and cuisine. She enjoys reporting on the intersection of them all for publications including Food & Wine, Decanter, Imbibe, and of course, Fine Dining Lovers. Follow her next bite and sip @jilliandara.
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A luxurious spin on the classic latke, this dish pairs crispy, golden potato pancakes with fresh, flavorful poke, bringing together hot, cold, crunchy, and creamy textures in one perfect bite. My husband and I served the following dish at a...
