Listen in as we embark on a culinary journey with Saghar Setareh, author of “Pomegranates and Artichokes, Recipes and Memories of a Journey from Iran to Italy”. Saghar shares her personal discovery of Italian cuisine and how it led to a renewed interest in her own Iranian roots. With Saghar, we explore the unexpected similarities between these two cuisines, delving into the historical basis of some of these parallels. We also challenge the concept of authenticity, uncovering that some recipes are much newer than we might think, even in countries with a rich history like Italy.
Join us as we discuss the story of eggplant, and how its arrival in Europe was met with suspicion by medieval physicians. Moving on, we uncover the varying versions of Dolmeh, a traditional dish from Iran and Turkey. We explore how the recipe changes based on the cooking vessel and the ingredients used, and also share Saghar's unique apple dolma recipe. Wrapping up, Saghar enlightens us about the three basic recipes anyone interested in Iranian food must know. Don't miss out on this exploration of food, culture, and migration.
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