Persian saffron, often hailed as the “Red Gold” of Iran, carries within its delicate threads a rich tapestry of history and tradition that stretches back over millennia. Its journey from the rocky soils of ancient Persia to the tables of epicureans worldwide is a...
The story of Persian pistachios goes way back in Iran’s history, painting a picture that spans ages. Digging into ancient digs, we find proof that pistachios have been rocking the region for ages, with folks cultivating them since forever. But what makes this more...
Meet Armita Hosseini, an Iranian-Canadian psychologist whose talents span self-taught culinary expertise, artistic flair, and a keen eye for food design. Her passion for interpreting international cuisines, especially Middle Eastern and traditional Iranian flavors,...
The South Okanagan desert-like terroir has consistently produced amongst some the world’s best wines. Nestled on the famed Black Sage Bench in Oliver, Le Vieux Pin is one of the Okanagan’s most prestigious estates. Named for the old pine trees dotting its vineyards,...
Marinade Ingredients Buttermilk — 200gOnion, sliced — 100gSalt — 15gLemon Juice — 15gLemon Zest — 1Garlic, sliced — 10gPeppercorn — 1g Turmeric — 5 tspSaffron — 0.4g (1 pinch),ground & bloomed in 1 small ice cubeSauce Ingredients Barberry, soaked and cleaned —...
The Okanagan Valley is an agricultural rich region, which is the reason why today the terroir is laced with award-winning vintners. The region’s reputation for vine-covered slopes, beautifully crafted wines and panoramic landscape is one that draws people from all...
By Behzad Jamshidi
I’m sitting with Emad Yacoub in his beautifully appointed Glowbal Restaurant on the main floor of the stunning Telus building. He’s dressed casually with a cardigan and slacks and he has a genuine and friendly smile on his face. Effortlessly, he directs traffic for...
Ayda discovered her vocation for creating decadent creams, puffs and cakes early on. It was no doubt that the art of pastry-making would become her life. “I love my job. It’s more love than it is passion because passion passes, but love stays.” And indeed it has...
We all know that nuts make great snack foods, providing you with a nutrient-dense energy boost in a conveniently small package. But, not all nuts are created equal, and some, such as pistachios, are better to snack on than others. Here are five reasons why pistachios...
Ingredients Nori (dried seaweed)Sushi riceKebab KoobideBell pepper (julienne: 3mm cut)Cucumber (julienne: 3mm cut)Baby spinach (cut the stems)Cream cheeseSushi rice ingredients:Sushi rice: 1 cupWater: 220 mlRice vinegar: 40 mlRice vinegar ingredients:Rice vinegar: 9...