It’s almost 3 years that I’m back home and I’ve been eager to discover my hometown ever since. And to tell you the truth, Tehran has been throwing surprises one after another. It was only a few weeks ago when…
Visiting Tehran’s Grand Bazaar could be an intimidating attempt. It’s humongous and easy to get lost in and has nothing to do with the bazaars of other Iranian cities. Even as a local I would have to ask multiple times…
When living abroad, I crave for the strangest things; like grabbing a handful of barberries from the fridge and gobbling them up before anyone sees, a sprinkle of Persian hogweed on my bowl of pomegranate seeds, the seasonal greengages and…
In scorching summers and harsh winters, we Tehraners have learned how to make the most out of the Alborz mountain range limiting our city from north and blocking the wind and humidity of the Caspian sea from getting anywhere close. When…
Nothing beats the thrill of finding a bargain, specially when it’s becomes as tricky as a treasure hunt. Flea markets are a paradise for those who seek the unusual and the friday market of Tehran is bound to bring out the…
Me and my grandma hold strong ties. I’m probably the one grandchild that inherited the most from her looks and character. Looking around my family, it’s easy to realize that the adventurous side of me definitely came from her and…
I’ve never been into travelling with a guided tour. I make my own plans, do a ton of research, read a lot and get on the road. But I’ve never ignored the fact that some places are best travelled with…
I’m not much of a meat lover but when it comes to Dizi, I’m all over it. Top it off with some pickles and I’m swooning with delight with every bite. Dizi or Abgoosht, however you like to call it,…
I’ll start with a confession. I’ve been cringing of excitement for this post for a few months now and somehow the wait only got longer and longer. I’m over the moon to think that this small blog that I started…
I’ll start with a confession. I’m a strange version of a foodie. Meaning I don’t eat that much but I crave strange things on a daily basis which my mums finds rather strange. I’m probably a horrible cook. I hate the…
