Modern Persian Food

Breaking bread together is so lovely. That's why the Beats are happy to bring back Persian Breads, the 3rd in a 4 part series of repeating or as they like to call it, the "Summer Re-Beats". Be sure to share your favorite "loghmeh" or perfect bite of something wrapped in bread with us!

Original episode: Episode 49: Persian Breads

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Co-host Beata Nazem Kelley blog: BeatsEats – Persian Girl Desperately Addicted to Food!

Co-host Bita Arabian blog: Oven Hug - Healthy Persian Recipes | Modern Persian Recipes

Podcast production by Alvarez Audio

Are you ready to spice things up? Persian spices are subtle and sophisticated. Elevate your dishes with saffron, turmeric, cinnamon and more. The beats are "re-beating" a fan favorite episode - one of the very first broadcasts. Hold on to your seats, and take a listen to Aromatic Spices! This is the 2nd in a 4 part series of re-broadcasting listener favorite episodes over the summer. We hope you are inspired to sprinkle some royal magic on everything.

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Original episode: Episode 2: Aromatic Spices

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Co-host Beata Nazem Kelley blog: BeatsEats – Persian Girl Desperately Addicted to Food!

Co-host Bita Arabian blog: Oven Hug - Healthy Persian Recipes | Modern Persian Recipes

Podcast production by Alvarez Audio

What's for dessert? If you are looking for something new, aromatic, and unique, look no further - the Beats have you covered. This is a re-broadcast of a fan favorite MPF episode we decided to bring back for your summer listening pleasure. It's the first of a 4-part series we are calling "Summer Re-Beats". We hope you think it's as sweet as zoolbia bahmieh!

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Episode 34: Bastani | Persian Ice Cream

Episode 88: Persian Ice Cream with Gol

Episode 74: Persian Cookies

Original episode: Episode 6: Shirini | Persian Sweets

All Modern Persian Food podcast episodes can be found at: Episodes

Co-host Beata Nazem Kelley blog: BeatsEats – Persian Girl Desperately Addicted to Food!

Co-host Bita Arabian blog: Oven Hug - Healthy Persian Recipes | Modern Persian Recipes

Podcast production by Alvarez Audio

Join us as we delve into the ancient mid-summer rain festival called Tirgan. Tirgan is a non-secular Zorastrian festival full of opportunities to make wishes! Typically celebrated in the first few days of July, customs include splashing water, dancing, reciting poetry, and serving spinach soup and sholezard, as well as wearing rainbow-colored bracelets.

Tune in for some modern ideas and ways to bring Tirgan into your summer fun and activities!

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All Modern Persian Food podcast episodes can be found at: Episodes

Co-host Beata Nazem Kelley blog: BeatsEats – Persian Girl Desperately Addicted to Food!

Co-host Bita Arabian blog: Oven Hug - Healthy Persian Recipes | Modern Persian Recipes

Podcast production by: Alvarez Audio

Beata and Bita welcome language specialist Leyla of Chai and Conversation to diverge from Persian language lessons and to explore, break down, and demystify the Persian cultural concept of "tarof", a form of politeness, etiquette, and respect as it relates to food, having guests, and eating in restaurants. They reflect on raising kids in the US, especially in blended/cross cultural families, and being flexible with some old traditions.

In the 2nd half of the episode the trio discuss food as the best way to break down barriers and introduce others to the Persian culture.

Leyla's "Ask the Beats" question is about the motivation behind the Modern Persian Food podcast and what future plans are in store.

Learn Persian with Chai and Conversation

Learn Persian (Farsi) (@chaiandconversation)

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All Modern Persian Food podcast episodes can be found at: Episodes

Co-host Beata Nazem Kelley blog: BeatsEats – Persian Girl Desperately Addicted to Food!

Co-host Bita Arabian blog: Oven Hug - Healthy Persian Recipes | Modern Persian Recipes

Podcast production by Alvarez Audio

Have you ever tried making a Persian-inspired charcuterie board? The Beats love building boards or platters mound high with a variety of cheeses, meats, nuts, fruits (fresh, dried, or jam), honeys, herbs, and sometimes dips.

Get creative with your charcuterie board pickings to make the perfect sweet or savory bite!

Remember, there's no right or wrong way to do it and enjoy the process and the company.

In lieu of the Ask the Beats segment, the Beats ask you, the listener, what would you like to hear more of? Is there a topic or special guest you'd love to have us feature? Send us a note [email protected] or shoot us a DM on Instagram @modernpersianfood

Subscribe+ to the Modern Persian Food podcast on your favorite podcast player, and tell a friend or write a review!

All Modern Persian Food podcast episodes can be found at: Episodes

Co-host Beata Nazem Kelley blog: BeatsEats – Persian Girl Desperately Addicted to Food!

Co-host Bita Arabian blog: Oven Hug - Healthy Persian Recipes | Modern Persian Recipes

Bita's post How to Build a Mediterranean Mezze Board

Video How to Make a Beautiful Cheese Board

Podcast production by Alvarez Audio

The Beats welcome Mitra Golnazar of Gol Ice Cream to talk about Persian ice cream, what makes it so delicious, and how Gol's philosophy of sourcing quality and fresh ingredients is their secret weapon for creating gourmet bastani.

Get ready to crave so many interesting and delicious flavors!

Subscribe+ to the Modern Persian Food podcast for a new episode every Wednesday! And tell a friend you think might be interested!

References:

Modern Persian Food Podcast Episode 34 Bastani | Persian Ice Cream (released 5/26/21)

Website: Gol Ice Cream

All Modern Persian Food podcast episodes can be found at: Episodes

Co-host Beata Nazem Kelley blog: BeatsEats – Persian Girl Desperately Addicted to Food!

Co-host Bita Arabian blog: Oven Hug - Healthy Persian Recipes | Modern Persian Recipes

Podcast production by Alvarez Audio

Today we're exploring modern versions of an old classic, Persian kotlet! Kotlet is a fan-favorite fried potato patty and we've covering off with tips and tricks for making a lighter, healthier version, including ingredient substitutions, and ways to serve it.

Today's "Ask the Beats" comes from Bita's hubby, Bobby. He wants to know how do you keep the kotlet from falling apart and what makes it stick together? Tune in to hear what the Beats share about keeping it tight with kotlet.

All Modern Persian Food podcast episodes can be found at: Episodes

Co-host Beata Nazem Kelley blog: BeatsEats – Persian Girl Desperately Addicted to Food!

Co-host Bita Arabian blog: Oven Hug - Healthy Persian Recipes | Modern Persian Recipes

Bita's recipe link: Baked Persian Kotlet

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Podcast production by Alvarez Audio

Warning: be sure to eat something before listening to this episode all about Persian Kababs! Your mouth will be watering as we explore all of our personal favorites and beyond including joojeh kabab, koobideh, barg, chengeh, shishleek, fish, veggies, and more. These delicious, decadent kababs are chargrilled directly over a hot flame, can you smell it yet?

The "Ask the Beats" in this episode comes from Beata's hubby, Paul who asks: What is the difference between a kabab and a burger?

References:

Modern Persian Food podcast episode #4 Onions

Subscribe+ to the Modern Persian Food podcast on your favorite podcast player, and tell a friend or write a review!

All Modern Persian Food podcast episodes can be found at: Episodes

Co-host Beata Nazem Kelley blog: BeatsEats – Persian Girl Desperately Addicted to Food!

Co-host Bita Arabian blog: Oven Hug - Healthy Persian Recipes | Modern Persian Recipes

Podcast production by Alvarez Audio

It's wedding season on the Modern Persian Food podcast! Bita and Beata bring back their first ever guest episode with wedding officiant and planner Nilou Nouri from Nilou Weddings as they talk about the role of food in Persian weddings and what makes Persian weddings unique. They explore modern takes on old traditions and some personal memories and stories of Beata and Bita's own weddings.

Enjoy and let's celebrate love, culture, and partnerships!

Resource links and recipes from this podcast episode:

Episode 20: The Role of Food in Persian Weddings with Special Guest Nilou Nouri

Nilou Nouri:

Website: www.nilouweddings.com

IG: Nilou Weddings (@nilouweddings) and Nilou Recipes (@nilourecipes)

Bita's recipe for Persian Jeweled Rice | Shirin Polo

Subscribe+ to the Modern Persian Food podcast on your favorite podcast player, and tell a friend!

All Modern Persian Food podcast episodes can be found at: Episodes

Co-host Beata Nazem Kelley blog: BeatsEats – Persian Girl Desperately Addicted to Food!

Co-host Bita Arabian blog: Oven Hug - Healthy Persian Recipes | Modern Persian Recipes

Podcast production by Alvarez Audio