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Happy Jamshedi Navroz Mubarak 2023 Dear readers of Happy Jamshedi Navroz Mubarak 2023 Dear readers of Parsi Khabar. We wish you a very Happy Jamshedi Navroz. May this day and the new year usher in happiness, peace, health, and prosperity for all mankind. Below is the Haft Seen table laid out at the home of Mehernaaz, Shovir, Ava and Zal Irani. From our family to yours Happy Navroz #parsi #parsee #navroz #nowruz #persian #newyear
Dear readers, we’re approaching Navroze. And mit Dear readers, we’re approaching Navroze. And mitthu monu is a must, diabetes and sugar free diets can wait, jara please! Therefore, over the next week we will be presenting a few Zoroastrian bakers, confectioners, makers of heavenly bliss.Our first showcase is Rashna’s Belamour Boulangerie and Patisserie, an artisanal small batch bakery helmed by Rashna Cherag Elavia. She has over 20 years of experience in the industry but the beginning of her journey was much earlier. As a child she loved her father’s love of the B Merwan mawa cakes and was encouraged in exploring food not only by eating but by making. She helped her grandmother in her kitchen and the beautiful culinary universe fired up her passion. As she grew, she found another love, art. The world of pastry making fused her passion of cooking and art and she was on her way. Hotel Management from the Institute of Hotel Management and Catering Technology Mumbai led her to a more ambitious educational stint at the L’Ecole Chocolat Institute in Canada. Rashna has worked at various luxury hotels as an Executive Pastry Chef and was even nominated for the Wedding Sutra Influencer Award for Trend Setting Cake Design in 2020. Since then Rashna has decided to test her limits as a chef and entrepreneur and set up Rashna’s Belamour in memory of her beloved father. We asked Rashna a few questions, because, why not?Q - What’s your favourite technique and item to bake?Making Macarons needs special skill and attention to detail, the perfect mixing of the macaronage gives you the perfect macaroons. When I see the macaroons rise perfectly that’s what makes my day.Q - Which of your products would you eat yourself first?Classics have always been my favourite. The wholesomeness of a perfectly made classic dessert with different textures and simplicity of flavours have my heart. My personal favourite is the opera and sacher torte, which is the reason I have them in my menu. QQ - How do you innovate new products?I always like to give a twist to the classics which gives you a perfect mix of the flavours and a modern lighter dessert. Chai spiced creme caramel, pistachio raspberry opera are our new specials.Q - What aspect of your Z
LOST HISTORY - Zoroastrianism, Apocalyptic Events LOST HISTORY - Zoroastrianism, Apocalyptic Events & Asian History by Ervad Dr. Ramiyar Karanjia The Ranveer Show, invites Dr. Ramiyar P. Karanjia. He is an M.A., Ph. D. in Avesta-Pahlavi from St. Xavier’s College, University of Mumbai, and is presently serving as the Principal of Dadar Athornan Institute. Also, he is an independent researcher in history and ancient Iranian languages.
Chef Viraf Patel transforms menu from bland to bri Chef Viraf Patel transforms menu from bland to brilliant Chef Viraf Patel, chef at Neuma, follows classical techniques and places the focus squarely on the ingredients. Chef and restaurateur Viraf Patel. (Photo courtesy: Neuma) Article By Ruth Dsouza Prabhu | Live Mint It’s not often that a dish at a dining experience is so good that you set aside all table etiquette, pick up the bowl and use your fingers to help lick it clean. Chef Viraf Patel’s Himalayan Black Bean Hummus that accompanied a braised lamb made at least three of my dining partners join me in polishing our bowls this way. Besides the incredible dining experience, watching Patel and his small team execute a 6-course meal – his homage to the food of the Levant titled Being a Parsi at The Conservatory in Bengaluru in December 2022, was akin to witnessing the grace and perfect timing of Olympic-level synchronised swimming. Mumbai-based Patel is a well-known name in the culinary world. He began his career with erstwhile Indigo in Colaba, which incidentally is the current location of Neuma, of which Patel is now chef – a full circle of sorts. He has worked with brands like Impresario Handmade Restaurants, Olive Bar & Kitchen and Independence Brewing Co. Through his Firebred Hospitality Pvt Ltd he set up The Table, and Gateway Taproom, both in Mumbai, Frida Cantina in Goa and The Salt House in Kolkata. His own very popular Café Zoe (2012-2019) did cosy breakfasts by day and transformed into an energetic bar at night, both with equal panache. A dish at Neuma, Mumbai.
Alexander the ‘Accursed’ and Zoroastrianism In Alexander the ‘Accursed’ and Zoroastrianism In his epic the Shahnamah (Book of Kings), the poet Firdawsi (940–1019 or 1025) vividly describes how Alexander (Iskandar/Sikandar) came upon the Persian emperor Darius (Dara) as he fled north after the battle of Gaugamela in 331 BC. Cradling the mortally wounded Dara on his knees, Iskandar promised “Your word is my command, I’ll promise you whatever you want.” (Shahnamah, Dara 9.42). The dying king’s last wishes were for Iskandar to look after his children, his family and to marry his daughter Roshanak, that their son should safeguard the Zoroastrian religion and live by the Zoroastrian scriptures, the Zend-Avesta, while keeping the traditional feasts of Sadeh and Noruz and preserving the Zoroastrian fire-temples.Article by Ursula Sims-Williams | British LibraryIskandar comforts the dying Dara. From Firdawsi’s Shahnamah. Iran, 1604 (IO Islamic 966, f. 335r)Although Alexander readily kept the first two promises, his need to consolidate power within Iran soon put an end to any good intentions he might have held with regard to the Zoroastrian religion. One of his first actions after ascending the throne was to destroy the fire-temples, thus attempting to eliminate all Zoroastrian opposition. In the few examples of Middle Persian literature which survive today, Alexander is demonised and referred to as gizistag ‘accursed.’Among the most important of the Zoroastrian Middle Persian texts is the Bundahishn (Creation)
Book Launch: WHO WANTS TO MARRY KAI JUICEWALLA Thi Book Launch: WHO WANTS TO MARRY KAI JUICEWALLA This Valentine month author, former flight attendant and columnist, Kainaz Jussawalla’s fun, crazy and action packed memoir “ Who wants to marry Kai Juicewalla?”( one life, many loves, endless misadventures) will be available on Amazon and then as major bookstores in March.As the title suggests, this book outlines her rollercoaster journey to meet her ideal soulmate in this chaotic and imperfect world. The challenges that she encounters in the course of this journey, including childhood body shaming memories, loneliness, and how she overcomes the limitations and obstacles and creates a life of meaning, laughter and depth ….all presented in a humorous style with the unique Parsi touch.Parsi grand mothers , khana peena, the famous eedas and ovaryus, adorable censored words, funny community characters, makes up the Parsi elements in this book.Mr Kabir Bedi released the book at the Delhi launch on February 19th.The book has been endorsed by Farah Khan Cyrus Broacha Sonu Sood and several others and promises to be a very bold and delightfully inspiring read .Available on amazon : Who Wants To Marry Kai Juicewalla?: One life, Many loves, Endless (Mis)adventures https://amzn.eu/d/8cR6TIlOne life, Many Loves, Endless Misadventures!The new book in town that is about to create waves. the latest book of Kainaz Jussawalla, her memoir, “Who wants to marry Kai Juicewalla” is set to release in this month of Valentine.A
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Happy Jamshedi Navroz Mubarak 2023 Dear readers of Happy Jamshedi Navroz Mubarak 2023 Dear readers of Parsi Khabar. We wish you a very Happy Jamshedi Navroz. May this day and the new year usher in happiness, peace, health, and prosperity for all mankind. Below is the Haft Seen table laid out at the home of Mehernaaz, Shovir, Ava and Zal Irani. From our family to yours Happy Navroz #parsi #parsee #navroz #nowruz #persian #newyear
Dear readers, we’re approaching Navroze. And mit Dear readers, we’re approaching Navroze. And mitthu monu is a must, diabetes and sugar free diets can wait, jara please! Therefore, over the next week we will be presenting a few Zoroastrian bakers, confectioners, makers of heavenly bliss.Our first showcase is Rashna’s Belamour Boulangerie and Patisserie, an artisanal small batch bakery helmed by Rashna Cherag Elavia. She has over 20 years of experience in the industry but the beginning of her journey was much earlier. As a child she loved her father’s love of the B Merwan mawa cakes and was encouraged in exploring food not only by eating but by making. She helped her grandmother in her kitchen and the beautiful culinary universe fired up her passion. As she grew, she found another love, art. The world of pastry making fused her passion of cooking and art and she was on her way. Hotel Management from the Institute of Hotel Management and Catering Technology Mumbai led her to a more ambitious educational stint at the L’Ecole Chocolat Institute in Canada. Rashna has worked at various luxury hotels as an Executive Pastry Chef and was even nominated for the Wedding Sutra Influencer Award for Trend Setting Cake Design in 2020. Since then Rashna has decided to test her limits as a chef and entrepreneur and set up Rashna’s Belamour in memory of her beloved father. We asked Rashna a few questions, because, why not?Q - What’s your favourite technique and item to bake?Making Macarons needs special skill and attention to detail, the perfect mixing of the macaronage gives you the perfect macaroons. When I see the macaroons rise perfectly that’s what makes my day.Q - Which of your products would you eat yourself first?Classics have always been my favourite. The wholesomeness of a perfectly made classic dessert with different textures and simplicity of flavours have my heart. My personal favourite is the opera and sacher torte, which is the reason I have them in my menu. QQ - How do you innovate new products?I always like to give a twist to the classics which gives you a perfect mix of the flavours and a modern lighter dessert. Chai spiced creme caramel, pistachio raspberry opera are our new specials.Q - What aspect of your Z
LOST HISTORY - Zoroastrianism, Apocalyptic Events LOST HISTORY - Zoroastrianism, Apocalyptic Events & Asian History by Ervad Dr. Ramiyar Karanjia The Ranveer Show, invites Dr. Ramiyar P. Karanjia. He is an M.A., Ph. D. in Avesta-Pahlavi from St. Xavier’s College, University of Mumbai, and is presently serving as the Principal of Dadar Athornan Institute. Also, he is an independent researcher in history and ancient Iranian languages.
Chef Viraf Patel transforms menu from bland to bri Chef Viraf Patel transforms menu from bland to brilliant Chef Viraf Patel, chef at Neuma, follows classical techniques and places the focus squarely on the ingredients. Chef and restaurateur Viraf Patel. (Photo courtesy: Neuma) Article By Ruth Dsouza Prabhu | Live Mint It’s not often that a dish at a dining experience is so good that you set aside all table etiquette, pick up the bowl and use your fingers to help lick it clean. Chef Viraf Patel’s Himalayan Black Bean Hummus that accompanied a braised lamb made at least three of my dining partners join me in polishing our bowls this way. Besides the incredible dining experience, watching Patel and his small team execute a 6-course meal – his homage to the food of the Levant titled Being a Parsi at The Conservatory in Bengaluru in December 2022, was akin to witnessing the grace and perfect timing of Olympic-level synchronised swimming. Mumbai-based Patel is a well-known name in the culinary world. He began his career with erstwhile Indigo in Colaba, which incidentally is the current location of Neuma, of which Patel is now chef – a full circle of sorts. He has worked with brands like Impresario Handmade Restaurants, Olive Bar & Kitchen and Independence Brewing Co. Through his Firebred Hospitality Pvt Ltd he set up The Table, and Gateway Taproom, both in Mumbai, Frida Cantina in Goa and The Salt House in Kolkata. His own very popular Café Zoe (2012-2019) did cosy breakfasts by day and transformed into an energetic bar at night, both with equal panache. A dish at Neuma, Mumbai.
Alexander the ‘Accursed’ and Zoroastrianism In Alexander the ‘Accursed’ and Zoroastrianism In his epic the Shahnamah (Book of Kings), the poet Firdawsi (940–1019 or 1025) vividly describes how Alexander (Iskandar/Sikandar) came upon the Persian emperor Darius (Dara) as he fled north after the battle of Gaugamela in 331 BC. Cradling the mortally wounded Dara on his knees, Iskandar promised “Your word is my command, I’ll promise you whatever you want.” (Shahnamah, Dara 9.42). The dying king’s last wishes were for Iskandar to look after his children, his family and to marry his daughter Roshanak, that their son should safeguard the Zoroastrian religion and live by the Zoroastrian scriptures, the Zend-Avesta, while keeping the traditional feasts of Sadeh and Noruz and preserving the Zoroastrian fire-temples.Article by Ursula Sims-Williams | British LibraryIskandar comforts the dying Dara. From Firdawsi’s Shahnamah. Iran, 1604 (IO Islamic 966, f. 335r)Although Alexander readily kept the first two promises, his need to consolidate power within Iran soon put an end to any good intentions he might have held with regard to the Zoroastrian religion. One of his first actions after ascending the throne was to destroy the fire-temples, thus attempting to eliminate all Zoroastrian opposition. In the few examples of Middle Persian literature which survive today, Alexander is demonised and referred to as gizistag ‘accursed.’Among the most important of the Zoroastrian Middle Persian texts is the Bundahishn (Creation)
Book Launch: WHO WANTS TO MARRY KAI JUICEWALLA Thi Book Launch: WHO WANTS TO MARRY KAI JUICEWALLA This Valentine month author, former flight attendant and columnist, Kainaz Jussawalla’s fun, crazy and action packed memoir “ Who wants to marry Kai Juicewalla?”( one life, many loves, endless misadventures) will be available on Amazon and then as major bookstores in March.As the title suggests, this book outlines her rollercoaster journey to meet her ideal soulmate in this chaotic and imperfect world. The challenges that she encounters in the course of this journey, including childhood body shaming memories, loneliness, and how she overcomes the limitations and obstacles and creates a life of meaning, laughter and depth ….all presented in a humorous style with the unique Parsi touch.Parsi grand mothers , khana peena, the famous eedas and ovaryus, adorable censored words, funny community characters, makes up the Parsi elements in this book.Mr Kabir Bedi released the book at the Delhi launch on February 19th.The book has been endorsed by Farah Khan Cyrus Broacha Sonu Sood and several others and promises to be a very bold and delightfully inspiring read .Available on amazon : Who Wants To Marry Kai Juicewalla?: One life, Many loves, Endless (Mis)adventures https://amzn.eu/d/8cR6TIlOne life, Many Loves, Endless Misadventures!The new book in town that is about to create waves. the latest book of Kainaz Jussawalla, her memoir, “Who wants to marry Kai Juicewalla” is set to release in this month of Valentine.A
Bandian complex offers time travels to Sassanid er Bandian complex offers time travels to Sassanid era An experience of traveling back in time to see magnificent examples of ancient plasterwork, bas-relief carvings, and other decorative elements is probably an unreachable dream.Bandian complex, a site museum chockful of Sassanid architecture and arts in northeast Iran, offers visitors a time travel to the longest-lived Persian imperial dynasty, which endured for over four centuries, from 224 to 651 CE.Article in Tehran TimesThe archaeological was originally a fire Temple that is situated in Dargaz county of Khorasan Razavi province near the medieval city of Abiward.During the leveling of agricultural land in 1990, this ancient complex was found. Since 1994, there have been excavations and inquiries.In addition, a Zoroastrian sanctuary was discovered during the excavations, with most of its ornamentation and architectural details still intact. A significant portion of the stucco reliefs had survived, though the upper portions had not.The main hall of the fire temple, as well as a number of its rooms and corridors, were discovered during the site's six seasons of excavation.The flat ceiling of the building was supported by four lime columns in the hall. Interesting structural features include the strengthening of the columns. The mihrab (arched niche) of the structure is another noteworthy feature.The spacious hall is covered in numerous stucco reliefs that show scenes from a hunt, battle, triumph, ritual, investiture, and banquet.
Chaos and Nuisance Reign Outside JJ Agiary in Pune Chaos and Nuisance Reign Outside JJ Agiary in Pune Devout Parsis visiting the Sir Jamsetjee Jejeebhoy Agiary on Dastur Meher Road in the Pune Camp area have been sending up a silent prayer for freedom from the chaos prevailing outside their sacred place due to the presence of illegal hawkers. The community members, known for being peaceful and honest, told Mirror that their long-pending demand to relocate the vendors to another area has been falling on deaf ears of the Pune Cantonment Board (PCB). A vada-pav centre, close to the gate of the 179-year-old fire temple, is the prominent food stall among many that are doing a roaring business. Customers lining up for the ‘Indian burger’ outnumber those turning up for ‘lassi’ or fruit juice. The rush at any given time of the day leads to traffic jams on the Dastur road and leaves little space for Parsis to enter or exit the place. Article by Vicky Pathare | Pune Mirror PHOTOS: MAHENDRA KOLHE, RAHUL DESHMUKH Community members say vendors on the pavement near the sacred place leave no space for pedestrians, allege their pleas with PCB falling on deaf ears; doing whatever is possible within our capacity, says board official PHOTOS: MAHENDRA KOLHE, RAHUL DESHMUKH Sir Jamsetjee Jejeebhoy Agiary The fire temple, which has a huge garden, is a popular venue amongst the city’s Parsis, with weddings and Navjote ceremonies (ritual for being inducted into Zoroastrianism) being hosted each year.

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