Love is universal. Saints or sinners, we all love. One way or another. Love really is the answer. As Hafiz (Persian poet and mystic) said: “Go through this world giving love. Giving love.” And as The Beatles (Manchester poets and psychedilic mystics) said: Love, Love Me Do!
In honor of Saint Valentine’s Day, here is a roundup of three romantic Persian sweets that would be a treat to make and enjoy on the day much chocolate and flowers are sold and many people on earth celebrate love and romance.
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First up, is sohan ‘e assal. A toothsome (as in, you’d definitely need some teeth to enjoy it) Persian brittle candy made with sugar, honey, slivered almonds, pistachios and saffron. Could there be a more romantic ingredient listing? Je crois que non! Recipe’s here. Just add a pinch of boldness and you have a treat to nibble on and feed your object of ardent attention without worrying about napkins or pesky utensils.
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Giving sohan ‘e assal a run for romantic ingredients, this delicious banana chocolate chip muffin is Persianized using cardamom, rosewater and edible crushed rose petals.
Sigh. That IS romantic!
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And finally, tut, a Persian mulberry-shaped marzipan concoction made with sugar, rosewater, ground almonds, and cardamom – with slivers of pistachio for stems. A dainty and pretty pop of sweetness for you and your valentine to nibble on as you whisper sweet nothings to each other and gaze at your smart phones.
I submitted this recipe to Bizzy Lizzy’s Good Things Valentine’s Day Roundup – a post that I’ve spent a good amount of time gawking and drooling over. As Orgasmic Chef (blushing while typing – and why yes, I AM a prude) pointed out on Twitter, that post is liable to get someone pregnant this Valentine’s Day. It’s true! I can see that. So do check it out but do exercise caution.
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Have a lovely Valentine’s Day!
May you be struck by Cupid’s arrow if you’re not already.
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Lovely! Hope you have a great valentines day!
Same! Happy Valentine’s Day. Many bonbons and tasty treats I hope! 😉
Happy Valentines day and I love the heart shaped array of spices. The sweet treats are wonderful and I am so lucky to have had the distinct (and yummy) pleasure of tasting all three treats that you created. Anyone of them would make me very happy on V-day!!
You did taste the candy brittle? I’m so happy about that. Those are not my forte so I can’t make it often. Wish I could. Happy Valentine’s Day Suzanne!
They look fab and they must taste as good! And its not that far from the 14th to start preparing! Thanks!
No, in fact just enough time! Hope you took notes! 😉 Happy Valentine’s Day!
Such a pretty post. The hearts in the first picture look beautiful.
Maria, that first picture is one I remember precisely arranging and shooting. It was for one of the earlier blog posts and on the occasion of Johnny nominating F&Q for a Liebster award. I had so much fun arranging it. Thank you!!
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Ooooh Lord…love love love those sweets!
Thank you for sharing those eye and tastebud candies 😉
Bisous
Lou
Ah! love the eyecandy reference. Very cute! Thank you so much dear Lou. Tant de bisous to you too xoxo
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The Persian-ispired marzipan looks outstanding!
Do try it! I feel confident recommending it. But use a mild smelling rose water if you do so as not to overpower the tastes
So pretty! I love the colours, all muted and pastel. If I had to choose, it would be the candies!
Thank you Celia! The candies are really good and I love crunchy things so they are among my favorites too. Happy Valentine’s Day!
These all look fantastic!! 🙂
Why thank you Kenle…. I mean … 🙂 You know what I mean. Happy Valentine’s Day!
Happy Valentine’s Day Azita!!!
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I had a great start to my day thanks to you! Happy Valentine’s Day to you too dear Radhika 🙂
Hugs,
R
A great aromatic, heavenly sweets roundup. Happy Love Day to you too! 😀
I feel this holiday is so well suited to you. Pretty, sweet, romantic, a treat for the senses. Happy Valentine’s Day dear Fae!
I love your pictures! All these spicy, fruity, rosy heart shaped piles. They’re wonderful.
Thank you! That’s so sweet! Happy Valentine’s Day!
Such a tempting array of sweet treats Azita! Happy Valentine’s Day for the 14th! Love the lead-in photo too – very clever.
Mersi Margot jan! 🙂
happy Valentine’s Day!
Look how beautiful!!
How nice! 🙂 Thank you! Happy Valentine’s Day!
Thanks a lot for sharing this… I love to learn about different cultures!
I wish you the sweetest Valentine’s Day!
Oh I’m so glad to hear that and thank you, and wishing you a beautiful and sweet Valentine’s day as well!
Waw, all of your special looking recipes look divine, my friend,..really something amazing & wonderful! I am going tontry out a few for sure! yum yum Yumm! 🙂 xx
Thank you Sophie! Happy Valentine’s Day!
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You are always so creative! I love your posts.
Chef Mimi: I verily treasure your praise. I really really do! 🙂 xo
Yum!! Happy Valentine’s Day!!
Happy Valentine’s Day!
Yum to all! Happy Valentines Day!
We need to have a potluck … in a few months. Meanwhile: Happy Valentine’s Day!!! 🙂
Absolutely lovely post.
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Thank you dear friend! Always so happy to hear from you!
How exquisite, Azita!
Belated thanks, dear Liz!
Wow! All 3 sound wonderful but, I must say, that muffin has stolen my heart. I hope you have a wonderful Valentine’s Day.
Belated thanks and belated happy Valentine’s Day wishes John
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Amazing.
Good for snacking on while binge watching House of Cards … 😉
Anyone would feel lucky to receive one of these treats! Beautiful!
Thank you so much and belated happy Valentine’s day wishes!
wow those look cute and yummy. i hope you had a wonderful valentine’s day!
These looks amazing. :3 I wish I had some to share!
I should have a party and share it with everyone1 🙂
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