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01.23.2023

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The cuisine of ancient Persia (what Iran was called until 1935) was brimming with lavishly spiced meats, aromatic rices, stewed fruits and stuffed vegetables that perfumed banquet halls and market corners, serving as an olfactory reminder of Persia’s bustling trade history along the silk road. As a result, the spectrum of spices in Persian gastronomy is astounding, ranging from delicate saffron to lemony sumac with a wide range of herbs and spices in between. The flavors of Persia have influenced the cuisines of the Middle East, Northern Africa and beyond,...