Today is Norouz or “New Day” where we celebrate the Iranian New Year. A time to start fresh, create new goals, feel grateful etc. I always felt that this was a more appropriate time to celebrate the new year; when…
Author Archive for Shirin
Presenting “Golreezan”: A story of an Iranian-Preneur (6)
by Shirin • • 0 Comments
About a week ago, I came across a post on Facebook that had images of beautiful cards with Farsi writing. Despite the fact that I can’t even read farsi, I was intrigued to see what it was so I investigated…
Recipe #5: Borani Esfanaaj (Yogurt & Spinach Dip)
by Shirin • • 0 Comments
When I typically think Spinach.. I don’t have the most pleasant thoughts. Until I think about “Borani Esfanaaj“. Then it’s, hello spinach! This is an appetizer that is usually made when we have company over. Not sure why it was…
“Ve don’t compare to other people”
by Shirin • • 1 Comment
Confusing. If someone asked me to use one word to describe Iranian parents, then that would be one of them. (I have more, but I will save them for later posts.) Growing up, there were some phrases that were repeated…
Presenting “Sayeh Jewelry Design”: A Story of an Iranian-Preneur (5)
by Shirin • • 2 Comments
I was browsing Facebook one day (ok, maybe some stalking) and I came across this artist and designer and just loved some of the jewelry I saw. Those who know me, know it is not very difficult for me to…