Toot - Mulberry (Persian-Style Marzipan Confection)

Toot (mulberry) is the sweet fruit of the mulberry tree. The black mulberry fruit is called shahtoot (king mulberry) in Persian. Toot confection is a Persian-style marzipan made of a mixture of ground almond and sugar molded into the white mulberry fruit. Toot is traditionally made for Nowrouz (Persian New Year) and wedding ceremonies to bring in the sweetness. This is a simple and quick

Javaher Polow - Persian Jeweled Rice

Jeweled rice (javaher polow) is a traditional rice dish for weddings, engagement parties and other joyous celebrations. I thought this would make a fitting first post for the new year. The combination of colors, textures, flavors and aromas of saffron basmati rice layered with slivered pistachios, almonds, raisins, barberries, julienne-cut carrots and skin is truly a cheerful feast for your