Mealtimes by the Caspian Sea were always displays of abundance. Omid Roustaei's extended family would gather every summer, swimming at the beach in the morning and returning to mounds of food at the ...

This traditional Persian recipe is healthy, comforting, and easy to make at home. Perfect for cozy meals any time of year.

Naz Kiani moved to Tennessee from Iran when she was 12 years old and experienced culture shock adjusting to life in America.

Sara Akhavan is a writer, creative director, and marketing professional living in Southern California by way of North Carolina. For many Persian families, a meal is a kind of performance. It’s saffron ...