Persian
Why You’ll Find Marzipan Goldfish on My Nowruz Table
Persian New Year

Why You’ll Find Marzipan Goldfish on My Nowruz Table

There’s a tradition of featuring live goldfish on the Haft Seen, but what do you do with the fish after the holiday? Enter marzipan goldfish, a harmless stand-in that’s edible to boot.

Latest
Holiday

On Shab-e Yalda, Red Fruit & Fortune-Telling Rule the Night

How one author’s family celebrates the ancient winter solstice tradition.

Thanksgiving

Persian-Inspired Crispy Rice & Chicken Perfect for Thanksgiving (or Dinner Tonight)

Plus, three excellent, speedy sides—like lemon-saffron skillet potatoes—to go with.

Essay

I’m American Now, but This Persian Dish Will Always Feel Like Home

Joojeh kabab is a classic grilled chicken kabob from Iran.

A Persian Roast Chicken: From Mom, With Love
My Family Recipe

A Persian Roast Chicken: From Mom, With Love

Saffron chicken with barberry rice is my favorite heirloom recipe.

by:  Shadi Hasanzadenemati
June 18, 2019
Why I Fly 5,000 Miles Every Year for Norooz
Spring

Why I Fly 5,000 Miles Every Year for Norooz

Celebrating spring, family, and the Persian New Year.

by:  Shadi Hasanzadenemati
March 21, 2019
The Art of Persian Brunch—& the Spinach Eggs That Tie It All Together
Brunch

The Art of Persian Brunch—& the Spinach Eggs That Tie It All Together...

A spread of jams, fruits, and cheeses to start the day.

by:  Shadi Hasanzadenemati
August 23, 2018
The Persian Salmon That Knocked the Socks Off My Norwegian In-Laws
Salmon

The Persian Salmon That Knocked the Socks Off My Norwegian In-Laws

Thanks to the barberries I always keep on my person.

by:  Shadi Hasanzadenemati
June 13, 2018
Crumbly Persian Rice Cookies Are a Breeze to Make & Maybe Too Pretty to Eat
Persian New Year

Crumbly Persian Rice Cookies Are a Breeze to Make & Maybe Too Pretty to...

A recipe and 5 tips on how to make cookies look (and taste and smell) gorgeous

by:  Louisa Shafia
March 12, 2018
16 Dishes That Reveal the Pleasures of Persian Food
Middle Eastern

16 Dishes That Reveal the Pleasures of Persian Food

Stock up on saffron, rosewater, cardamom, and turmeric

by:  Mayukh Sen
March 14, 2017
6 Iranian-Americans You May Know + What Norooz Means to Them
Middle Eastern

6 Iranian-Americans You May Know + What Norooz Means to Them

2 journalists, 3 authors, and 1 comedian on the Persian holiday's significance

by:  Louisa Shafia
March 13, 2017
Meet The Persian Woman Who Runs 3 of Birmingham's Best Restaurants
Middle Eastern

Meet The Persian Woman Who Runs 3 of Birmingham's Best Restaurants

Her husband is the chef, but she's the soul

by:  Louisa Shafia
March  9, 2017
The Surprising Middle Eastern Origin of A Very American Dessert
Middle Eastern

The Surprising Middle Eastern Origin of A Very American Dessert

A brief history of Persian ice cream, from sharbat to faludeh

by:  Louisa Shafia
February 13, 2017
Robabeh's Eggplant Stew
Vegan

Robabeh's Eggplant Stew

A lighter take on a traditional Persian stew that's perfect for the season's remaining vegetables. 

by:  Louisa Shafia
September  2, 2013

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