Linguists believe that languages are like colorful lenses from which we see the world. So, when you think about different languages in Iran, you can witness a magnificent rainbow. Each color has its own character, beauty, and wonders. You can learn Farsi, to read the magical poems of Rumi, and Kurdish and Arabic to whisper…
Persian Khoreshts (Khoresh) is the delicacy of Persian cuisine. Having Khoresh or stew next to rice on the table is a match made in heaven. You can see how the gorgeous stew gives its shiny color to the white seeds of Persian rice and makes it more appetizing. Although both rice and Khoresh are delicious…
In the cold nights of winter, Ash Reshteh can make your heart warm and fuzzy. However, for Iranians, this delicious Persian food is more than just a meal. Ash Reshteh is intertwined with the significant points in people’s lives more than any other dish. Ash Reshteh gathers people together and represents the value of family…
Imagine you are getting home after a long day at work, and you need to make something delicious, nutritious, and gorgeous for your family. My advice is to go with Eshkeneh and Kale Joosh. These two Persian foods are not only tasty but also warm and cozy options for cold winter nights. You just need…
After wandering around narrow alleys of Yazd and sitting under the Khajoo Bridge in Isfahan during the hot days of summer, having Persian Ice Cream or Bastani Sonnati can soothe your soul and refresh your energy. You can smell the fragrant of saffron and Persian rosewater even before receiving your order. The coldness of the…
Tahdig is the precious treasure of Persian cuisine and the essential part of a meal. Whenever Iranians make Persian rice, they create a masterpiece called Tahdig to be placed on top of the rice tray. This crispy item plays the role of french fries next to a burger in the Iranian table. It is simple,…
Qottab is one of the Persian pastries that you can look for inside the cabinet of grandparents’ homes, especially if they are from Yazd. As a child who always craved something sweet, I used to stand on a chair, reaching my hand as far as I could, trying to open the door of an old…
Adas Polo is in the heart of every Iranian. Different flavors in this dish make it extraordinary. First, the aroma of Persian rice wakes up your appetite. Then one spoon of it brings you the sweetness of raisins, the crunchiness of walnuts, and the tenderness of lentils. The fantastic point about Adas Polo, this delicious…
Zereshk Polo is the ultimate choice for those who just want to make something delicious and simple yet classy. A plate of Zereshk Polo is like a painting with the perfect harmony of colors and delightful textures. Each ingredient is bold and precise individually, but they come together to create a masterpiece that surprises you….
Knowing that we have Kalam Polo for lunch could make me jump over the moon. I used to stand beside my mother during the whole process waiting for the time that she allowed me to make meatballs with her. While rolling the meats in my hands, I used to listen to my mother singing Persian…