An exquisite collection presenting 100 Persian home-cooking recipes and stories from one family
collection When Leila Heller's mother Nahid Taghinia-Milani came to the United States in 1979
she brought her recipes with her. Persian Feasts features Iranian delicacies in a dazzling
tapestry of textures and aromas from Shiraz in the south to Tabriz in the north. This
exquisite collection of 100 dishes includes hearty stews saffron-infused rice dishes
succulent kebabs and delicate rosewater desserts - each one telling a story that is steeped in
tradition and has been passed down from generation to generation. Unexpected ingredient
combinations create distinctive tastes and aromas to every dish - from a simple Herb Frittata
to a comforting Eggplant Walnut & Pomegranate Stew to a delicately perfumed Cardamom and Rose
Water Pudding. This highly personal book for home cooks - including family stories historical
accounts of food culture recipe origins and celebratory menus - is a feast for the senses
celebrating an abundance of spectacular food prepared with seasonal ingredients fresh herbs
and fragrant spices. Beautiful specially commissioned food photography captures the bounty of
this vibrant cuisine.
