Shabeh Yalda

Something very unexpected happened this year for the first time. Unlike every year when I looked forward to pumpkin season and making all kinds of pumpkin relate recipes, this year …
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Having this blog has brought many blessing in my life in different forms and shapes. One of said blessing is a greater attention to all things relating to Persian cuisine …
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In the past couple of weeks the temperatures in Los Angeles have dropped and we have actually turned on our heater. The upcoming arrival of Shabeh Yalda makes me long …
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Today is Winter Solstice which means that we have officially transitioned from fall into winter season.  The very first night of winter is said to be the longest night of …
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I have fond memories of the winters in Tehran.  Each of the four seasons were beautiful in Tehran for me, but the falling of the leaves in autumn was …
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