Discover stunning Persian design, updated for the 21st century, with the Nova Rug Persian Blue NV25. Traditional in style, the Nova Rug uses super durable and hard wearing modern materials to create a piece that will last for years to come. In a beautiful palette of blues, this beautiful woven rug features a cream background which makes the pattern standout, while remaining laid back and soft overall. Available in three versatile sizes, the Nova Rugs are made from a premium polypropylene and have been machine woven to ensure optimum quality. With a flat pile, this is the perfect piece to place under furniture to add focus to your scheme.
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In my recent trip to Iran, I picked up this hand crafted, hand painted (unknown artist) in Esfahan(Isfahan), The Iranian city of craftsmanship. (More info on the city) From my series of Stock/Product photography. Strobist: Single 430EXII bounced off the wall from left hand side.
Sydney Vintage is a bright and trendy collection with both modern geometric and updated traditional patterns. Soft, warm, neutral tones are accented with bright, cool, blues and warm reds and yellows. Faded designs add that extra something and a plush 0.5 pile of air twist frieze polypropylene gives an exceptionally textured look. This yarn is soft, stain resistant, and does not shed or fade.
Open or closed eye brooch, created for the Klin d'oeil sisters are printed in 6 colors this season. Pin them on your jacket, your blouse, your school bag or minister's towel. There are only so few things that can make you look so good in a blink of an eye! Assembly of two parts. 100% polylactic acid (PLA) open: 1.4 x 0.7 cm / closed: 1.3 x 0.8 cm The open or closed eye pins, created for the Klin's eye sisters, are printed in 6 colors for this season. Pin it to your jacket, blouse, school bag or minister's towel. There are few things that look good in the blink of an eye! Two-piece assembly. 100% polylactic acid (PLA) open: 3.5 x 1.8 cm /closed: 3.4 x 2 cm
Colors included in this palette similar to Aquamarine, Blue, Blue Ribbon, Bright Turquoise, Dark Turquoise, Dark Turquoise and Aquamarine, Deep Sky Blue, Deep Sky Blue and Aquamarine, Deep Sky Blue and Dark Turquoise, Dodger Blue, Dodger Blue and Aquamarine, . Download color palette as Pdf, Adobe swatch and more.
The abstract gestures of this modern area rug are completely of the moment among contemporary surroundings. Splattered streaks and striations cascade down each rug like paint on canvas as shades of blue, brown, red and teal reveal an array of patterns that range from traditional Persian to transitional trellis. Power-loomed construction incorporates a sumptuous blend of polyester and polypropylene fibers to give each decorative floorcovering a refined, relaxing texture beneath bare feet. Material: 25% Polyester 75% Polypropylene Backing: Jute and Latex Construction: Machine Made Indoor/Outdoor: Indoor Style: Traditional Pattern: Medallion Pile Height: 0.25 Weight (Lb): 3.4
photo Today’s flower bulb of the day is an allium: Persian Blue Allium. This uniquely shaped flower is comprised of hundreds of tiny blue ...
Handmade Kashan Blue Rug. 4' 2 x 6' 3 Rectangle. Perfect for Living Room, Dining Room, Bathroom, Entryway, Office, Kitchen, Bedroom. Contains Colors: Blue, Beige, Black, Brown, Gold, Green, Ivory, Navy Blue, Red, Pink, Tan. Styles: botanical, persian, oriental, traditional Patterns: border
Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, celebrates the 10th anniversary for its Art of the Islamic Worlds initiative with a show of Persian art.
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The Siamese Cat is a very intelligent and playful cat. They are also one of the most popular breeds in the world. There is a lot to know about these beautiful animals, but what you may not have known was… Continue reading All Siamese Cat Colors in One Place
Rice Tahdig This unplanned post was brought about due to a reader's question regarding tahdig. She asks: "Is there something I can do to get a better crust?" Great question! I've been blogging about Iranian food for months now but it didn't occur to me to write about tahdig, the tastiest and most sought-after part of a rice dish. If only tahdig could speak it would probably be saying "I get no respect!." I feel I've neglected a precious and very important part of Persian cuisine. I write it as 'tahdig.' You may write 'tahdig'/'tahdeeg', however, it's pronounced tadeeg. "Tah" means bottom and "dig" means pot in Persian/Farsi language. ته دیگ Tahdig refers to the crunchy and crispy bottom layer of rice cooked in a pot. The formation of tahdig is a perfect symphony between the right temperature, the amount of oil, aromatic rice, length of time, right kind of pan, some experience, and a little patience. If you don't achieve the best kind of tahdig the first time, don't worry. There's always the next rice dish you can experiment with. Since rice is a staple of Iranian cooking that's how we have eventually been able to conquer the art of making tahdig. As the old adage goes: "practice makes perfect!" And if this is any consolation, let me tell you that even experienced cooks falter sometimes. Lavash Tahdig Potato tahdig There are many kinds of tahdig. The most well-known is rice tahdig. There's also potato tahdig (my favorite) which goes well with rice and chicken dishes. If you choose to layer the bottom of the pan with potato slices, cut them evenly and not too thin. Add a dash of salt after layering them, wait for a few minutes till they are a little bit fried, then turn them over, pour the rice over the potatoes, and follow the same steps as the rice tahdig recipe. There's also the bread tahdig. Any kind of flatbread could be used such as lavash or pita. I've had lettuce ta-dig too. It's very delicious. Then there's the very tasty macaroni tahdig. A fantastic combination of crispy noodles, fresh tomatoes, and flavorful meat sauce. Rice and Tahdig Ingredients: Serves 4-6 2 cups long-grain white basmati rice Butter or vegetable oil 1/2 teaspoon powdered saffron dissolved in 4 tablespoons of hot water Salt Water Method: In a large bowl wash the rice with cool water a few times to get rid of the extra starch. Soak the rice in 6 cups of cool water, add 3-4 tablespoons of salt, set aside for an hour. In a large non-stick pot that has a tight-fitting lid, bring 6 cups of water to a rapid boil on medium-high heat. Drain the rice and pour it into the boiling water. Bring the water back to a boil on medium-high heat for about 7 minutes or until the grains are long soft on the outside and hard in the center. Drain the rice in a fine-mesh strainer and rinse with cool water. Place the pot on the stove over medium heat. Add 3 tablespoons of vegetable oil and 2 tablespoons of liquid saffron to the bottom of the pot, move the pan in a circular motion or use a wooden spoon to evenly cover the bottom with oil. Transfer parboiled rice back into the pot, building it into a pyramid shape away from the sides of the pot. To release the steam make 4-5 holes in the rice with the handle of the wooden spatula. Wait for about 5-7 minutes or until steam starts coming out. You can add a few cubes of butter on top or pour 2 tablespoons of oil and 1/4 cup water, cover, and cook over medium-low heat for 45-50 minutes. It is very customary to cover the lid with a kitchen towel or 2-3 layers of thick paper towels to prevent the moisture from going back in the pot. Nowadays, there are fabric lid coverings especially made for this purpose in Iran. I do recommend using it for making a perfect tahdig. To serve tahdig first serve the rice on a platter. Gently mix some of the rice with the dissolved saffron and arrange it nicely on top. Remove the tahdig with a spatula and cut it into small pieces. The only problem or drawback is that there is usually not enough tahdig to go around. Being the fifth kid out of six children, I know how that feels growing up, fighting over the last piece of tahdig on the dinner table. That's called preparation for life! Enjoy!
This Semi-Antique Persian Sarouk Rug is an outstanding piece of artistry. Its rectangular shape and hand-knotted construction, in addition to its wool pile and cotton foundation, make this exquisite rug a timeless classic. The ivory, burgundy, and blue colors of its floral patterned central medallion truly are remarkable. From Iran, this semi-antique rug is a must-have for any collector of Persian rugs. 1556
This herbaceous, aromatic Persian soup is made with barley, lentils, rice, beans, and spices.
Edithcolea grandis (Persian Carpet Flower) is a succulent plant with leafless, richly branched stems and attractive pale yellow flowers ...
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This is a healthy and delicious سوپ جو soup-e jo (barley soup) recipe with chicken, carrots and a good squirt of fresh lemon juice. This is the kind of recipe that I would highly recommend to college students living away from home that is tired of eating campus food and unhealthy take-outs. This soup is easy to prepare and there aren't too many ingredients. All you need is access to a working stove, a little time and a good dose of enthusiasm. It's officially spring but the pleasant spring weather has not arrived yet! For my first post of the new season, I would have liked to prepare a light dish with fresh vegetables but I'm still waiting for that exhilarating moment to be able to open all the windows and let the fresh air fill the house and to feel the arrival of spring all around me. I can't wait to put back my outdoor birdhouses and wind chimes around the house that I had brought inside before the Sandy Storm last fall. Spring is such a short season here in New York, it arrives late and is gone before you know it. While I was growing up in the southern region of Iran, early spring meant beautiful weather and gorgeous landscapes with wildflowers. One of my springtime memories goes back to یک روز بهاری (one spring day) when I was a seventh-grader in our small town of Masjed Soleiman in Khouzestan province. I watched a flock of wild parrots passes over our house in the early hours of the morning. I don't know where they were traveling to or where they were coming from but my father, who loved birds and at one point had about two hundred birds and possibly more had my mother not objected, suggested catching those parrots and excitedly I went along. The next morning, at the crack of dawn, I watched my father bring out an old mesh wire cage and place it by a large open window. He tied a long string to the little latch on the opening of the cage, placed some seeds inside with a trail leading out. We waited patiently as a couple of parrots from the flock approached our house and one of them followed the seed trail into the cage. My father pulled the string and closed the door on the parrot. It was a thrilling moment and the joy continued for the next few days until we had eventually captured five beautiful parrots. Several days later I came home from school joyfully refilling their water bowl and giving them more seeds. Things seemed calm in our household and my mother appeared to be going along with our little hunting escapade. However, she apparently tolerated the whole situation for as long as she could and one day while I was still at school she took the cage out in the back of the house over the hills, opened the cage door and let the wild parrots out in the middle of nowhere. To my horror, I found the cage empty on the lonely porch. I think I went through each stage of grief except the last one, acceptance, in the span of ten minutes before I headed down to the kitchen where I knew she would be. I don't remember what I said, it's all a blur, but I remember what she told me: پرنده جاش تو قفس نیست (birds don't belong in a cage!) "Birds need to be free and to be able to go wherever they wish to go," she said. Through our heartfelt connection, I understood what she meant and to this day I am still learning the depth of that poignant lesson. Soup-e Jo - Chicken Barley Soup Ingredients: Serves 6-8 1 1/2 cups pearl barley, rinsed and soaked in cool water for an hour 4 pieces of chicken (drumsticks or wings) 1 1/2 cups shredded carrots 1 large onion, peeled and quartered 2 celery stalks, cut into chunks 1-2 garlic cloves 1/4 teaspoon turmeric 2 bay leaves Salt and pepper to taste (I would suggest a freshly ground black pepper for this recipe) 2-3 tablespoons of freshly squeezed lime/lemon juice Chopped flat-leaf parsley for garnish Method: Arrange the quartered onions at the bottom of the stockpot, add the chicken, celery, garlic, bay leaf, turmeric, salt, and pepper. Add enough water to cover all of the ingredients, bring to a boil on medium-high. Reduce the heat, cover, and cook on medium-low heat for about 45-50 minutes or until the chicken is fully cooked. Remove the pot from the heat and let cool. Drain the soup and pour it into a bowl for later use. Separate the chicken from the bones and shred it into small pieces. Place the soaked and drained barley in a large pot, add the strained chicken soup, and enough water to cover up to 3 inches. Bring to a boil for a couple of minutes on medium-high heat, reduce the heat, cover leaving the lid a little ajar, and cook for 45 minutes. To the pot add the shredded chicken and the shredded carrots, stir. Add more hot water if needed. Cover and cook for another 40- 45 minutes on medium-low heat. In the last 15 minutes of cooking add the lemon juice, taste, and adjust the seasoning. Serve the soup in a large bowl, sprinkle chopped parsley on top and serve with warm bread. Note: All the soup pictures are taken from the same barley soup. The first two were taken with little liquid and freshly shredded carrots on top to show the ingredients. The last two photos are from the soup filled with liquid. Enjoy!
What is so mesmerizing about orange cats? Do actual tangerine-hued cat breeds boast the same vibrant personality as Garfield? Or are orange cats crazy? Or is it because their fiery fur reminds us of things that make us happy,… Continue reading The Guide to Orange Cat Breeds (Cool Facts)
What is so mesmerizing about orange cats? Do actual tangerine-hued cat breeds boast the same vibrant personality as Garfield? Or are orange cats crazy? Or is it because their fiery fur reminds us of things that make us happy,… Continue reading The Guide to Orange Cat Breeds (Cool Facts)
What is so mesmerizing about orange cats? Do actual tangerine-hued cat breeds boast the same vibrant personality as Garfield? Or are orange cats crazy? Or is it because their fiery fur reminds us of things that make us happy,… Continue reading The Guide to Orange Cat Breeds (Cool Facts)
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