Nowruz traditions and Persian New Year celebrations

Discovering Nowruz: Persian Traditions, Family Rituals, and New Beginnings In the warm glow of our friends’ beautiful new home, our intimate dinner celebration unfolded last night, with shared stories of Nowruz traditions and Persian New Year celebrations. The evening, rich with talk of Persian customs, took us on a journey through time, seamlessly bridging the past with the present for everyone gathered around the table. Persian Customs There are so many traditions associated with Nowruz, and last night, I even…

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Culture: How To Grow Sabzeh For Persian New Year

Growing sabzeh, or mung beans in the lead-up to Persian New Year (Nowruz) is a Persian tradition. Nowruz marks the arrival of spring and is celebrated by various communities, particularly those of Persian descent. And Sabzeh is a crucial element of the Haft Sin spread, representing renewal and the rebirth of nature. Going Green Cultivating sabzeh with children can be both educational and enjoyable. While it may seem like a straightforward task, coaxing mung beans to sprout can be a…

Persian Picnic Adventure: Sizdah Bedar in the North East

With natural woodland, flowers and areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty all on our doorstep, it’s great to live in the North East of England to celebrate Sizdah Bedar. Here’s how we make the most of this Persian tradition – 4,000 miles away from H’s homeland. 13th Day After Nowruz Sizdah Bedar happens each year on the 13th day after Nowruz or Persian New Year. On the 13th day after Nowruz, the last day of the holiday, no one is left…

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