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From Persia to Napa: Wine at the Persian Table

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I have been enjoying "New Food of Life" for the past several years, and when I saw "From Persia to Napa" for sale at a vineyard in Napa, I knew I had to have it. While "New Food of Life" is primarily a cookbook sprinkled with wonderful bits of history, culture, poems, fables and Persian art, "From Persia to Napa" is a love story about wine. In the first half of the book, Ms. Batmanglij covers the history of wine, the evolution of wine and culture in Iran, and includes a long discussion of the new Darioush Winery in Napa Valley, with many vivid photographs. The second half of the book are persian recipes that she has designed specifically to be paired with wine. The recipes are in general designed for high-end meals. Most are accompanied by photographs which make my mouth water! At the end of the book she includes suggested menus for persian meals at different times of the year. This is an aesthetically wonderful book as well as being fascinating reading, and she has elevated it to much more than a book of recipes matched with wine.

This author continues to bring us beautiful books, reliable recipes and now pairing this wonderful wine with the food. Couldn't get better.

A beautiful way to learn some Persian history and culture, and the role that wine has played.

This is another beautiful cookbook so rich with stories and beautiful art.
It is truly well written and will be enjoyed just as the others by this wonderful author!
Such a breath of fresh air to be able to join two different cultures through food & wine!

I have number of books of this author. Beautifully describes the history of wine with beautiful pictures, illustrations, and wonderful Persian food recipes. This book makes a great gift for any many occasions.

A great book for everyone. This book takes you to the beginnings of wine and a culture that influence the world to this day. Beautiful photographs, recipes and poetry.
Anyone who loves wine and cooking, should read this book.

From Persia to Napa is a beautiful book, larger format, great for a coffee table book. It is loaded with photos and history and information on Persian wine, poetry and food. This book made a wonderful gift for a Persian friend who loves all three.

I bought this for my Persian husband who is an avid cook. We have owned "Food for Life" for years and he consults it regularly. As avid wine drinkers, we have been guessing on which wine to drink with the various dishes, and now have a fantastic guide to help us. This book also has a number of different recipes from the Food for Life. Definitely one of our better purchases this year.

the book is very informative with beautiful photographs throughout.