In Episode #56, co-hosts Bita and Beata un-cover quince is an exotic, unique ingredient used in Persian jams and stews. Quince is a fall and winter fruit. It looks like a pear-apple but a blown up version...bigger, harder than pears and apples, mostly used in a cooked version. The most ...
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Episode 55: Persian Nuts
In Episode #55, co-hosts Beata and Bita explore the world of nuts in reference to Persian culture and cuisine. There are many varieties of nuts and seeds seen in Persian appetizers, baked goods, and dried fruit and nut mixes. They are enjoyed plain and simple as a snack and also used often to add ...
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Episode 54: Squash | Kadoo
In Episode #54, co-hosts Bita and Beata talk about squash, called “kadoo/kadu” in Farsi and its uses in Persian food and beyond.
Kadoo/kadu is the word in Farsi for squash. The most prevalent type of squash in Persian cuisine is probably zucchini. Zucchini is great because it can easily be ...
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