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“It had been 15 years…”

Shirin — Tue, 30 Jun 2015 21:58:34 +0000

This weekend, I was lucky enough to spend a couple of hours alone with my dad. Just me and him. Believe me, this does not happen often. Either we are at work, we are running around doing who knows what,…

NooshTube™, The White House and Norouz! Here is the story.

Shirin — Mon, 23 Mar 2015 22:00:11 +0000

Last year, President Obama and Mrs. Michelle Obama celebrated Norouz at the White House by bringing together various organizations and individuals. This year, they hosted the celebration once again, and NooshTube™ was invited to join. As an Iranian-American who has always believed in…

My Top 5 Norouz Memories (Throwback Post!)

Shirin — Mon, 16 Mar 2015 19:00:53 +0000

Couple of years ago, I shared my Top 5 Norouz Memories. It was a very popular post and striked up comments, conversation and more memories. Not to mention, one of my own favorite posts I have written. Norouz is coming…

“What do we leave behind, and what do we keep?” Guest Blogger (9)

Shirin — Wed, 24 Dec 2014 19:07:28 +0000

I am excited to share a “Persian Mommas” views and contemplations when she is celebrating the holidays. The dichotomy that many Iranian Americans feel with various holidays and traditions, and how they want to raise their children is very well…

10 Survival Items for Your Trip to Iran

Shirin — Sat, 06 Dec 2014 18:46:01 +0000

After having been to Iran a couple times and friends who have been much more often, I have started to notice trends in what people go prepared with. The weather, the activities, and the traditions all lend themselves to all types…

A Project That Became a Journey.

Shirin — Tue, 30 Sep 2014 01:16:29 +0000

A few years ago, I had an idea for a project. Something that I thought would probably take me only a couple of days to complete. I wanted to compile some of my favorites persian recipes from my mom. So, I…

5 Things to Bring to a Persian Summer Picnic

Shirin — Sat, 09 Aug 2014 12:30:19 +0000

It’s August already and summer is in full force. I hate jumping ahead but since it is August and our summer weather is very precious, it is time to make sure you go on a picnic! That is a formal request…

Persian Rugs – What’s In a Name?

Shirin — Sat, 28 Jun 2014 17:50:27 +0000

PersianRugs.com – What’s In a Name? “We acquired one of the oldest and most valuable domains in the industry, PersianRugs.com, registered in 1995. It is currently the world’s most valuable premium Iranian domain name after Iran.com. Persian Rugs are one of the largest exports of Iran. These rugs…

Can you have Vegan Ghormeh Sabzi?! Yes! Guest Blogger (8)

Shirin — Fri, 13 Jun 2014 02:11:09 +0000

Excited to bring back one of our guest bloggers, Taji Mortazavi from We’re Talking About Food. When she told me she has a Vegan version of Ghormeh Sabzi I was pretty surprised we could do that! Never say never… Below…

3 Easy Persian Dishes That Taste Great AND Are Healthy. Guest Blogger (7)

Shirin — Wed, 23 Apr 2014 18:13:22 +0000

Hi everyone! I’m so happy that Shirin has invited me back to The Saffron Life! Despite having never met, she and I have become great contacts, and shall I say friends?! Shirin and I wanted to write about another healthy…