BY Zahra Pourmand Tehrani
Olivier salad, known as Persian Chicken salad, is a popular alteration of the Russian potato salad in Iran. The main recipe for this salad is slightly different than the original version, as it’s made with chicken breasts. It’s one of the most beloved Persian street food, that you can also find it as a delicious […]
BY Samaneh Zohrabi
Esfand, Epand or Esphand has a strong presence in every Persian house and cultural rituals. Iranians believe that this dried herb has the magical power to stave off harm and avert the negative vibes. Burning Esfand is a supernatural protector against negativity and bad luck. What is Esfand? Esfand is the seeds and dried fruits […]
BY Atoosa Moaddab
Persian Macaroni is a Persian style spaghetti cooked commonly by Iranians. It is a popular comfort dish for everyday cooking and is liked by many, especially the children. What is Persian Macaroni? Many original pasta recipes are commonly cooked in Iran. You can find pasta with Alfredo or Pesto sauce in almost every restaurant nowadays. […]
BY Samaneh Zohrabi
Persian spices and special seasoning agents are the secrets making Iranian foods unique and platable. Saffron, turmeric, or dried herbs are some other typical flavouring agents that are essential to a Persian pantry. Iranian cuisine is the repertoire of subtle flavours. From spices to aromatic herbs, nuts, and dried fruits each plays its role delicately […]
BY Melika Shahid
What is Nowruz? There is something about spring and the power of new beginnings. Iranians celebrate the arrival of spring as Persian Nowruz on the first day of vernal equinox. In the Northern Hemisphere, the spring equinox is when winter ends and spring begins astronomically. Nowruz essentially means ”new day”. Like the Chinese New Year, […]
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