Marmalade or Murambo
Happy Halloween
A historic Parsi dinner was held at Mansion House, the official residence and office of the Lord Mayor of London, last Friday evening.
A historic Parsi dinner was held at Mansion House, the official residence and office of the Lord Mayor of London, last Friday evening. Food was a significant highlight of the evening, with award-winning celebrity chef Cyrus Todiwala crafting a typical Parsi menu. The dinner was a “feast of memory, a taste of Bombay recreated in […]
Dusshera, Dasara or Dashain
dussehra. Dussehra (Vijaya Dashami, Dasara, or Dashain) is a Hindu festival that celebrates the victory of good over evil. It is a gazetted holiday in India, which is marked on the 10th day of the bright half (Shukla Paksha) of the month of Ashvin (Ashwayuja), according to the Hindu calendar.
Britannia Sali Boti
What is Britannia and Co famous for? The restaurant is famous for its authentic Parsi food. What should I order at Britannia and Co? Go for the iconic Berry Pulao, Sali Boti Mutton or the chicken cutlets. Recipe by Rita > Britannia Sali Boti – specialty of famous Britannia restaurant in Mumbai. ParsiCuisine.com Published Author of Parsi Cuisine Cookbooks […]
Salli Boti
Red hot mutton cooked to perfection amid sizzling hot spices, crowned with beautiful golden potato shreds. (Salli) by Rita Jamshed Kapadia Ingredients 4-5 Tbsp of oil 1 bowl of chopped onions 2 Tbsp ginger garlic paste 300 gm of boneless mutton or chicken 1 tsp red chilli powder 1/2 tsp of turmeric powder 1 1/2 […]
White Pomfret, Silver Pomfret, Pompano, Palmburo Fish – whats the difference?
White Pomfret, Silver Pomfret, Pompano, Palmburo Fish – whats the difference?
Sandhra
Parsi Sandhra – An ancient delicacy. Sandhra are fluffy white pancake like delicacy. They are made from rice flour that is kept to rise. You got to make them to know the taste of bygone days!
Happy Ganesh Chaturthi
Recipe for Modak and Karanji
Parsi community in Paris France
Finding specific Parsi community restaurants in Paris, France can be challenging, as the community is smaller compared to India and is often integrated within a broader Persian/Iranian or Indian culinary landscape. The Association Zoroastrian de France (AZF) is the organization that brings together Zoroastrians in France. Activities Challenges faced One of the challenges faced by the AZF […]
Khordad Saal Mubarak
Khordad Sal The birthday of Zoroaster Khordad Sal is celebrated as the birthday of Zoroaster. This is known as the ‘Greater Noruz’ and happens six days after Navroze. The chosen date is symbolic since the actual date of the Prophet’s birth cannot be identified accurately. This festival is considered one of the most important in the Zoroastrian […]
Eggs on Tomatoes
Tomato and Eggs go well together. A parsi favorite anyday. Served with toast on the side is my favorite way to enjoy this classic. It is a sweet and spicy dish with ginger, garlic and hot peppers. Recipe INGREDIENTS 1 lb ripe tomatoes 1 tsp. salt Grind together l/2 tsp. cumin seeds 8 cloves garlic […]
Indian Independence Day meets Parsi New Year.
Independence Day is celebrated annually on 15 August as a public holiday in India commemorating the nation’s independence from the United Kingdom on 15 August 1947. On this day the Indian Independence Act 1947 came into effect, transferring legislative sovereignty to the Indian Constituent Assembly. India attained independence following the independence movement noted for largely […]
When is Navroze in 2025
Navroze 2025 Date & Time :
Tehran – Thursday, March 20, 2025 at 12:31:30 PM
Toronto – Thursday, March 20, 2025 at 05:01:30 AM
London – Thursday, March 20, 2025, at 09:01:30 AM
Sydney – Thursday, March 20, 2025 at 08:01:30 PM
Bombay – Thursday, March 20, 2025 at 02:31:30 PM
Cold Foam Dudh Na Puff (Milk froth)
Parsi Style Dudh Na Puff (Milk froth) Cold Foam Serves 3-6 glasses Recipe for Cold Foam Dudh na Puffs Ingredients 2 Cups Milk 1/2 Cup Sugar 1 drop Rose essence (optional) Method Boil milk to a full boil. Add sugar and boil for 5 minutes Cool and refrigerate overnight in covered airtight glass bowl Add […]
Pulav
Ingredients: 3 lbs Chicken, Lamb, Goat meat or Mutton pieces Shan Bombay Biryani Seasoning Mix 1 teaspoon ginger paste 1 teaspoon garlic paste 1 cup yogurt 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder (cayenne pepper) 1 teaspoon dhana-jeera powder (coriander-cumin) 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 1/2 cup milk 1/8 tsp of Saffron 1/4 cup oil 1 cinnamon stick […]