Cranberry Rice Pilaf – the perfect way to use cranberries this thanksgiving without having to get out that goopy gloppy cranberry jelly.

Deliciously comforting Saffron-Ginger Carrot Soup, simple, fast and healthy!

Persian-Style Pasta – This recipe is a revelation: creamy, rich and packed full of flavor!

Simple Saffron Brown Rice and a little story about my kooky dad and the legend of the pickles.

Biscotti studded with chewy dried apricot and tender pistachio with a hint of orange, saffron and cloves.

Persian (‘Polo’) Rice & Green Beans – A very happy childhood memory for all Persians & the incredible proof of how just a few ingredients can turn into a delicious dish!

Lets celebrate the festivals with rich, aromatic curry in Mughlai style that will enrich your spread.

Moroccan Chicken is a tasty, aromatic dish with many levels of flavor. Serve it with couscous for a filling, luxurious meal.

Spaghetti Squash with a unique pesto that complements its flavor. Vegan and Paleo.

Subtle and alluring saffron and cardamom enliven this long lasting and moist olive oil pound cake.

The revamped look of traditional indian coconut laddoos is my potrayal of the modern living. They are delish!!

Quintessential autumn flavors in a warming saffron-spiced soup

Traditional Indian shortbread cookies are ideal for autumn & winter baking – crumbly, crunchy, nutty, spiced with saffron & seemingly rich.

Saffron Gnocchi with Ham and Peas – a classic Italian dish with a twist!

Cute little pumpkins made out of the classic dessert – carrot halwa!

Kiwi Barfi(fudge)- An Indian sweet made with milk, and flavored with kiwi fruit and saffron

Tunisian Lamb Meatballs are filled with fragrant spices and served with a cinnamon and saffron infused tomato sauce.

Biryani – A casserole of succulent lamb curry layered with fragrant saffron rice, serve with minty raita for a special meal!

A delicious creamy rice pudding made amazingly festive with Saffron, butterscotch drops and pistachio slivers!

Warm milk simmered with spices, palm sugar and steeped with saffron. A very good remedy for throat irritation!

Bright red peppers stuffed with fluffy saffron couscous with almonds, served with hot yogurt sauce (in English and Serbian)

Indiana Corn and Potato Chowder: sweet corn and Yukon Gold potatoes make a cozy pair in this silky, saffron-infused chowder