Ayhan Hassan is such an integral part of Port Washington that a major street intersection, Ayhan's Corner, has been dedicated in his name. No wonder, considering the Cyprus-born chef's contributions to the North Shore's culinary landscape, including this cafe right down the road from his main marketplace. Hassan focuses on health-conscious Mediterranean fare here, acquiring seafood daily from the Fulton Fish Market and grilling it over an open flame the way you'd witness at an outdoor cookout overlooking the Aegean. Blackened red fish, Mediterranean bouillabaisse and scallops turkolimano (baked with mushrooms, tomatoes and feta) are just a few of the eatery's seafood signature dishes, while the kebab corner encompasses skewered, olive-oil-basted chunks of lamb, chicken, swordfish, shrimp, sirloin and even veggies. You're not forced to just throw back ouzo here -- a full bar menu features frozen concoctions like mango sunrises or coffee coladas, as well as an ample wine list and Ayhan's specialty martinis. Check out Ayhan's Web site for his recently launched weight-loss program and free recipes. -- J. Gidman Zumpano (Photo: B. A. Van Sise)