In autumn of 2013, Abebe got her chance, opening her own cozy restaurant in a strip mall near Geist that is as much a shrine to Ethiopian history as to its food. Fringed with earth-toned walls and scrolls recounting stories of Ethiopian orthodoxy, St. Yared offers a particularly fresh approach to the aromatic dishes of Abebe’s homeland. Favorites include Doro Wot, fiery chicken drumsticks marinated in lemon, and Ye-beg Wot, tender hunks of lamb with undertones of garlic and ginger. A fully stocked bar serving craft beer and a recently added breakfast menu with Caribbean salt fish—as well as plenty of omelets and waffles—make this a great spot both for Ethiopian-food fans and those who need Abebe to give them a few pointers. 11210 Fall Creek Rd., 317-363-4435, styaredcuisine.com