A great dish should capture the essences and flavors of the region. In this case the flavors of the Arabian peninsula are showcased with...

Melons signify the arrival of summer, and the need to cooling foods becomes important. Melons are perfect, they are juicy, sweet and...

Persian culture is defined by stunning stews, numerous and complex these stews and thick soups form the basis if the cuisine and the...

Purslane is a herby plant with succulent leaves and stems that has gained popularity due to its nutritional benefits. Once considered a...

A kookoo (also spelled kuku) is a very traditional Persian egg based dish, their version of a frittata. These dishes are ever present in...

This is a beautiful lentil soup. Most lentil soups tend to be very thick and goopy, not this one. It is light and fresh. This soup brings...

This is a super simple salad that is based on great flavorful tomatoes and lots of herbs. Like most Middle Eastern salads, the flavor is...

Persian culture offers a large number of stews, of which we are familiar with only a handful. The importance of a stew in Persian culture...

Shakshuka is a slow cooked pepper and tomato sauce with eggs from North Africa, Middle East and the Mediterranean. Every region has its...

Rice is central to the Persian cuisine, and the culture has developed numerous varieties of rice dishes. These vary from light, barely...

Pomegranates originated in the region between Afghanistan and Turkey and are a common ingredient in every Persian dish, from salads to...