Persian Culture and Food

Recipes, traditions, and stories celebrating Persian heritage, family culture and cuisine.

Growing sabzeh for Nowruz: a family-friendly Persian New Year tradition

Going green: a learning adventure for kids Every year, as the world slowly shakes off winter’s gloom, I find myself in a familiar pre-spring ritual: growing sabzeh, or mung beans, in preparation for Nowruz, the Persian New Year. Nowruz, marking…

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Chai Gol Gavzaban: why this herbal brew should be your spring go-to

I’m a big fan of Persian Chai Gol Gavzaban (borage tea) because it’s flower power for relaxation.

I’m a big fan of Persian Chai Gol Gavzaban (borage tea) because it's flower power for relaxation.

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Saffron tea benefits for new mums over 40: boost mood, reduce stress and improve wellbeing

Take some steps to spice up your life with saffron as part of your healthy living routine.

Take some steps to spice up your life with saffron as part of your healthy living routine.

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Khoresht karafs recipe: How to make Persian celery stew at home

If it’s simple food with a big flavour you’re looking for, Persian celery stew can help with healthy living.

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Why Ash-e Doogh is my go-to soup for winter wellbeing

I love Persian Ash-e Doogh and it’s part of my healthy living routine.

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Hafez poetry: exploring Persian culture through ‘Beloved’ by Bloodaxe Books

Discovering Hafez: a persian poetry journey with Bloodaxe Books There are few things in life that feel as intimate as unwrapping a package and discovering a book that seems to have been waiting for you. Recently, that arrived in the…

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Persian inspired wedding: traditions, themes and tips for a magical celebration

Our Persian inspired wedding: tradition, luxury and a dash of fairytale If you ask me, a Persian-inspired wedding theme is pure luxury, a beautiful blend of history, symbolism, and culture. But because I grew up on a steady diet of…

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