On the winter solstice, in a tradition that goes back to around 500 B.C., Iranians stay up until dawn to see the new sun that is born in the morning; yalda means “birth” in Persian.

SEATTLE—Along downtown’s First Avenue, Starbucks, this city’s native son, is outnumbered. Instead, the street’s caffeine monopoly belongs to Cherry Street Coffee House, a local chain. Each ...

To celebrate Yalda Night, an ancient Persian winter solstice holiday, celebrants stay up until dawn to greet the sun, sharing stories, snacks, and tea through the night.

Persian New Year celebration returning to La Jolla ... Persian tea and treats — will feature a Haft Seen, or 7 Seen, table, with seven symbolic items, ...

Best Iranian restaurants serving Persian food in New York: Sofreh, Eyval, Nasrin’s Kitchen, Masquerade, and more openings ...

Maydoon’s menu has yet to be finalized, but a tentative iteration includes soups, sandwiches, bowls, wraps and salads priced between $10 and $15 during lunch.

Persian ‘Love and Saffron’ cooking class in Sebastopol is the perfect pre-Valentine’s gift. Guests will be greeted with Persian tea and dates, then make traditional dishes like fesenjoon, a ...