Persian Khoresht-e aloo recipe: a winter stew for women’s …
A winter dish that feels like home Pregnancy sharpens the senses. The smells, textures, and memories stirred by food is like nothing else. For me, it was during my pregnancy…
A winter dish that feels like home Pregnancy sharpens the senses. The smells, textures, and memories stirred by food is like nothing else. For me, it was during my pregnancy…
There’s something about Lubia Pollow… Lubia Pollow isn’t the dish you serve to impress at a formal dinner, yet somehow it has wormed its way into my heart as a…
Persian Kotlet: a dish that holds family together Some meals linger long after the last bite, not because they are complicated, but because they carry the weight of memory. Persian…
Battling with morning sickness On the dizzying, often queasy journey of early pregnancy, my stay in Persia offered an unexpected blessing, thanks to one of H’s many khallehs. Battling relentless…
Pregnancy cravings, prayers and rice pudding Pregnancy is rarely predictable, but when you are over 40, each moment carries more anxiety and hope. I discovered this firsthand after my six-week…
Khoresht-e Fesenjan is a Persian pomegranate and walnut stew that combines rich, earthy flavours with a subtle tang. For anyone exploring Persian cuisine, it is a masterclass in taste and…
Science, sentiment and queasiness At antenatal classes today, mums-to-be learn far more than breathing and relaxation techniques. The modern syllabus covers everything from hypnobirthing playlists to placenta decisions.You can eat…