A Beginner’s Guide to Persian Food in Austin

What to order and where to find fare from one of the oldest global food traditions

"...Persian food is incredibly diverse, with historical implications shaping the..."

Jan. 24, 2020 Food Feature by Jessi Cape

Texas Strong Relief, St. Patrick's Day, Persian New Year, Intero's New Pizza, and the Hospitality Howdy-Do of Marriott International

All the news that's fit to get your taste buds quivering

"...Austin and the rest of the state continue to..."

March 10, 2021 Food Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

Food-o-File

It seems like forever since I've written a column but that's just because so much has happened in the past two weeks.

"...I Traveled for Food..."

Nov. 9, 2001 Food Column by Virginia B. Wood

Pars Deli Serves Perfect Persian on Burnet Road

Underrated food, great value, laid back atmosphere draw me back

"...was hankering for some of their fantastic north central Persian and Middle Eastern food...."

Jan. 29, 2013 Food Post by Mick Vann

Dariush Persian Grill

Owned by Jaqueline and Farhad Bordbar, Dariush is a pleasant spot on the west side of Congress, just south of 10th

"...Dariush Persian Grill..."

April 21, 2006 Food Review by Mick Vann

Food-o-File

Mother's is tough; Vera's Pies are stuffed; and Dream Bakery offers a Persian puff

"...running again soon; one idea has them selling takeout food via delivery, and another plan calls for tented dining..."

March 16, 2007 Food Column by Virginia B. Wood

Austin Restaurant Take-Out and Other Food Delivery Options During Coronavirus Quarantine

Support local business while maintaining your social distance

"...not been shut down entirely; take-out, drive-through and delivery food service is still allowed.]..."

March 16, 2020 Food Post by Jessi Cape

An Immigrant Family Brings Iranian Cuisine to Austin

Chef Amir Hajimaleki and his family honor the fundamentals of Persian cuisine in all six of their restaurants

"...happy about was sitting around a table enjoying amazing food. At that moment they weren't thinking about what was..."

Jan. 24, 2020 Food Feature by Jessi Cape

The Bon Appétit Test Kitchen Crew Has Answers

Nine pro chefs and YouTube personalities tackle our burning food Qs

"...Andy Baraghani, senior food editor..."

March 20, 2020 Food Feature by Jessi Cape

Pars Deli

This is refined, amazingly complex, and authentic Persian food that tastes like it came from a favorite grandmother's table

"...town), the restaurant has a menu that is solidly Persian, with an assortment of Mediterranean standards thrown in for..."

Oct. 1, 2010 Food Review by Mick Vann

Wholly Kabob

Persian wraps and bowls carpeted with big flavor

"...Nanaz Ahmadi opened her Middle Eastern-Persian trailer after a modest Kickstarter campaign succeeded in funding..."

Oct. 4, 2013 Food Feature by Mick Vann

Remembrance of Flavors Past

Holiday food memories

"...my mother -- things like spilling tea on the Persian carpet, depositing uneaten bits of candied fruit around the..."

Dec. 21, 2001 Food Feature by Virginia B. Wood

A Cookbook a Day Keeps the Munchies at Bay

Texas Book Festival showcases seven food books from around the world

"...Israeli food is having a moment, and this gorgeously designed cookbook..."

Oct. 25, 2019 Food Feature by Emily Beyda

Ate Days a Week

How much more food and music can you ask for in this town around this time and after?

"...Me? I Like Any Kind of Music (and Food) ...Central Market..."

March 18, 2005 Food Feature

Counting Our Blessings

Considering what we're thankful for in the local food scene

"...Austin's International Foods If one were to give thanks for any single..."

Nov. 23, 2001 Food Feature by Mick Vann

Regional Mexican Cuisine at La Casita

Chronicle critic Mick Vann is always on the hunt for great ethnic food.

"...I'd been hearing good things about the food at La Casita (1519 W. Anderson Ln): rumors about..."

Sept. 5, 2012 Food Post by Mick Vann

Well Connected

Shalimar's extensive menu shows the many influences of Pakistani-Indo fare

"...the main trade routes linking East and West, Pakistan's foods were influenced through history by the Mongols, Chinese, Indians,..."

Sept. 9, 2005 Food Feature by Mick Vann

Fertile, Pleasant

Middle Eastern cuisine in Austin blossoms with Mohamed Kosari's Alborz Persian, writes the Chronicle's Rachel Feit. Hurry, before everyone else notices!

"...Alborz Persian Cuisine3300 W. Anderson Ln. #303, 420-2222..."

June 21, 2002 Food Feature by Rachel Feit

The Hybridity Principle

A diverse, ambitious crop of restaurateurs is feeding Austin's cosmopolitan cravings.

"...This is not nouveau cuisine; this is not fusion food. Rather, this is authentic ethnic dining. It's part of..."

Oct. 25, 2002 Food Feature by Rachel Feit

Celebrate Community and Connection in Austin During Ramadan

Soujouk, samosas, and dinner with Rep. Ilhan Omar and Mayor Steve Adler

"...and meditation, accompanied by a period of abstaining from food or water between dawn and dusk. Those who celebrate..."

May 3, 2019 Food Feature by Emily Beyda

Boil Water Notice Inspires Donations and Creative Drink Options

Fluff Meringues’ Grand Opening, Texas Wine Month, and Roya preview

"...Residents are advised to boil all water used for..."

Oct. 22, 2018 Food Post by Emily Beyda

Shandeez Grill

About four years ago, Mehdi and Farah Meschi were persuaded by friends and family to move to Austin, and they opened Shandeez Grill last year.

"...and staff inviting. The menu covers most of the Persian bases, and there is a back page with Tex-Mex..."

Jan. 26, 2007 Food Review by Mick Vann

Taco Arriba & Chelo Kabob

"...2525 W. Anderson (Northcross Mall Food Court), 459-4595..."

July 2, 1999 Food Feature

Event Menu

Austin gets multicultural with St. Patrick's Day, the Persian New Year, and Uchi

"... 916-4808, www.uchiaustin.com) with free live music and Japanese street food for sale. Saturday, March 20, 11am-3pm...."

March 19, 2010 Food Column by Virginia B. Wood

Best Bites

The Cuisines Staff Noshes Through 2000

"...Top 10 Ethnic Foods (in no particular order)..."

Jan. 5, 2001 Food Feature by Mick Vann

Event Menu

Bacon, beer, and SXSW noms this week

"...• Representatives of Foodspotting are in town to launch their new location-aware iPhone..."

March 12, 2010 Food Column by Virginia B. Wood

Automat

Mediterranean/Middle Eastern

"...2525 W. Anderson (Northcross Mall Food Court), 459-4595 Mon-Sat, noon-9pm; Sun, noon-6pm..."

July 23, 1999 Food Feature

Farmers’ Market Report: March 29-30, 2014

Asparagus, spinach, celery tops, turkey eggs, and black hogs

"...When it comes to the sellers of prepared foods, some primarily use local ingredients, and some don’t. The..."

March 28, 2014 Food Post by Kate Thornberry

Friggin' Genius

SXSW Film announces feature film lineup

"...and last few dollars into starting an all-organic mostly-vegetarian food stand. Complications with the business jeopardize his dreams for..."

Feb. 4, 2010 Screens Post by Kimberley Jones

Ararat Middle East Restaurant

Attitude aside, this contemporary Xanadu is a feast for the imagination

"...space into a delightful Xanadu offering Turkish-, Armenian-, and Persian-inspired dishes. He draped kilim carpets over the walls, painted..."

Oct. 8, 2004 Food Review by Rachel Feit

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