A Series of Culinary and Musical Journeys Across Iran by Chef Nasrin

Qazvin - Gateway to Almut

Discover the flavors of Qazvin, a former Safavid capital and a city celebrated for its rich culinary traditions, fragrant rice dishes, and delicate sweets. Gather around a shared table for a dinner inspired by the warmth of a Qazvini home.

On the table throughout the meal
Fresh Homemade Sangak Bread 

Sabzi Khordan — a platter of fresh herbs 

Homemade Yogurt

Turshi — pickled vegetables

Starters
Ash-e-Dough Qazvin - A comforting yogurt-based soup prepared in the Qazvini tradition.

Kuku Shirin — sweet saffron herb frittata (vegetarian, contains egg)

First course
Bademjoon Polo - Persian eggplant rice (Vegan)

Main course
Qeime Nesar — A festive Qazvini rice dish layered with saffron and finished with almonds and fragrant orange peel. (gluten-free, contains tree nuts)

Salad
Salad Irani - A fresh Iranian salad served alongside the main course.

Dessert
Baghlava Gul Qazvin - Rose-shaped Qazvini baklava with pistachio and saffron.

Wine
1 complimentary glass of organic Lebanese wine

Santur player
Live traditional persian music