Gravlax with Mustard Dill Sauce on Diner Table

Pale pink slices of cured salmon rest on a white ceramic plate, their glossy surface catching the bright midmorning light filtering through sheer curtains. A generous dollop of yellow mustard dill sauce sits beside the fish, its texture thick and speckled with green herbs. Condensation beads on a nearby glass tumbler, hinting at a chilled drink just out of full view. The table surface shows the wear of a roadside diner in Aleppo, with a simple patterned cloth underneath. The light casts soft shadows across the plate, showing the curve of the salmon and the creamy consistency of the sauce. A fork rests at the edge, ready for use.