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March 29, 2011

After the Winter Blues!



Since I haven't posted any recipes over a long winter stretch - I'll just say a belated Eid Mubarak to those who just celebrated persian new year! With each spring equinox the sofreh (table spread) brings in the new year. Each home usually includes the following:

• Sabzeh, wheat or lentil sprouts representing rebirth.

• Samanu, wheat pudding represents reward and new growth.

• Seeb, apples symbolize health and beauty.

• Senjid, the dried fruit of lotus tree representing love.

• Sir, garlic for its medicinal qualities symbolizing good health.

• Somaq, thought to be the colour of the sun, symbolizing warmth

• Serkeh, vinegar represents old age, wisdom and patience

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