Happy Nowrūz! Today is Nowrūz (Iranian/Persian New Years). Ash-Reshteh is a type of thick winter soup and it is tradition to have some before new adventures or on special occasions, like Nowrūz. Reshteh refers to Persian noodles which symbolize good fortune and this is Hamid’s recipe for Ash-Reshteh.
by Mijune on March 20, 2013 · 16 comments
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Persian food is comforting and I enjoy it family style, in casual one pot wonders, but Hamid’s approach is fascinating and appreciated on a whole other level. There is no one else in Vancouver taking Persian food to this level, and few could replicate it even if they wanted to, and that is worth celebrating beyond Nowruz.
by Mijune on March 19, 2013 · 4 comments
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Hamid is born in Iran and he is very close to his Persian roots as to why the menu is Persian influenced. This won’t necessarily introduce you to the authentic dishes of Iran, but it stays true to the flavours of it and all the courses are traditional. The menu was a celebration of Nowruz (Persian New Years) – Part 2/3.
by Mijune on March 18, 2013 · 4 comments
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“Hamid Salimian may be the city’s most underrated chef… ” and is voted by industry as “Best Chef in Vancouver”. For those who have been rooting for Hamid all along, it has been a long time waiting. This is his “Persian inspired Tasting Menu” in celebration of Nowruz (Persian New Years). Available until March 29.
by Mijune on December 31, 2012 · 12 comments
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My Follow Me Foodie Favourites & Best of 2012! I prefer calling it my “favourites” or most “memorable” experiences, but I’ll include “the best” just because I’m weak and want to align with every other “best of 2012″ list out there. This is a recap of my delicious 2012.
It is best to use this post as a rough guideline and part introduction to Persian cuisine. It is simply my experience getting to know it better. At the same time I don’t want to take away from how good Zeitoon is and much of the Persian community calls it “a good standard for traditional Persian food”.
by Mijune on November 14, 2012 · 6 comments
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It focuses on Middle Eastern street food that’s relatively quite healthy and noticeably fresh. Vancouver doesn’t have many options for Middle Eastern cuisine to start off with and while we have several donair and kebab shops, there are few that are bringing the quality and bright flavours of Mangal Kiss.
by Mijune on October 27, 2012 · 14 comments
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Sometimes I find food that’s so beautiful it looks amazing from every angle. His food is competition style which pushes the boundaries of most Vancouver palates. Here is a sneak peek at Chef Hamid’s Diva Snacks for the fall menu.
