--- product_id: 268732 title: "Food of Life: Ancient Persian and Modern Iranian Cooking and Ceremonies" brand: "najmieh batmanglij" price: "548.94 DT" currency: TND in_stock: true url: https://www.desertcart.tn/products/268732-food-of-life-ancient-persian-and-modern-iranian-cooking-ceremonies store_origin: TN region: Tunisia --- # 25th Anniversary Edition, 50% more pages 330+ authentic Persian recipes Hundreds of full-color photos Food of Life: Ancient Persian and Modern Iranian Cooking and Ceremonies **Brand:** najmieh batmanglij **Price:** 548.94 DT **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🍽️ Savor the ancient flavors that everyone’s talking about—don’t miss the culinary journey of a lifetime! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Food of Life: Ancient Persian and Modern Iranian Cooking and Ceremonies by najmieh batmanglij - **How much does it cost?** 548.94 DT with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.tn](https://www.desertcart.tn/products/268732-food-of-life-ancient-persian-and-modern-iranian-cooking-ceremonies) ## Best For - najmieh batmanglij enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted najmieh batmanglij brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Visual Feast:** Experience hundreds of vibrant photos guiding you through every step and presentation tip. - • **Cultural Immersion:** More than recipes—explore Persian poetry, folktales, and historic ceremonies woven throughout. - • **Inclusive & Modern:** New vegetarian section and flexible cooking methods for oven or stovetop. - • **Accessible Ingredients:** Most ingredients are easy to find in U.S. markets, empowering both novices and pros. - • **Timeless Culinary Heritage:** Dive into 3,000 years of Persian cooking traditions, perfectly adapted for today's kitchen. ## Overview Food of Life: Ancient Persian and Modern Iranian Cooking and Ceremonies is the definitive 25th Anniversary Edition cookbook by Najmieh Batmanglij, featuring over 330 authentic recipes, rich cultural insights, and hundreds of full-color photos. Redesigned for modern cooks, it blends centuries-old Persian culinary traditions with accessible ingredients and updated cooking techniques, making it a must-have for food enthusiasts eager to master Persian cuisine and its vibrant heritage. ## Description Completely redesigned for today's generation of cooks and food enthusiasts, the 25th Anniversary Edition of Food of Life: Ancient Persian and Modern Iranian Cooking and Ceremonies by Najmieh Batmanglij provides a treasure trove of recipes, along with an immersive cultural experience for those seeking to understand this ancient and timeless cuisine. This edition is a more user-friendly edition of the award-winning and critically acclaimed cookbook series which began in 1986. Food of Life provides 330 classical and regional Iranian recipes as well as an introduction to Persian art, history, and culture. The book's hundreds of full color photographs are intertwined with descriptions of ancient and modern Persian ceremonies, poetry, folktales, travelogue excerpts and anecdotes. The 2011 Edition of Food of Life is a labor of love. The book began in exile after the Iranian Revolution of 1979 as a love letter to Batmanglij's children. Today, as accomplished adults in their own fields, her two sons, Zal and Rostam, encouraged her to redesign the book for their generation. Food of Life propels Persian cooking into the 21st Century, even as it honors venerable traditions and centuries of artistic expression. It is the result of 30 years of collecting, testing and adapting authentic and traditional Persian recipes for the American kitchen. Most of its ingredients are readily available throughout the U.S. enabling anyone from a master chef to a novice to reproduce the refined tastes, textures, and beauty of Persian cuisine. Food-related pieces from such classics as the 10th century Book of Kings, and 1,001 Nights to the miniatures of Mir Mosavvar and Aq Mirak, from the poetry of Omar Khayyam and Sohrab Sepehri to the humor of Mulla Nasruddin are all included. Each recipe is presented with steps that are logical and easy to follow. Readers learn how to simply yet deliciously cook rice, the jewel of Persian cooking, which, when combined with a little meat, fowl, or fish, vegetables, fruits, and herbs, provides the perfect balanced diet. ABOUT THE BOOK'S TITLE Food of Life, the title of the book, comes from the Persian words nush-e jan, literally "food of life"--a traditional wish in Iran that a dish will be enjoyed. For the updated 1993 edition the title was changed to New Food of Life. Now, for the 25th anniversary edition the title returns to its original name, Food of Life. The full-color Food of Life 25 th Anniversary Edition contains 50% more pages than its 2009 predecessor and special added features: *New Recipes adapted from Sixteenth-Century Persian cookbooks *Added vegetarian section for most recipes *Comprehensive dictionary of all ingredients *A glance at a few thousand years of the history of Persian Cooking *Master recipes with photos illustrating the steps. *Color photos of most recipes with tips on presentation *Updated section on Persian stores and Internet suppliers *Fahrenheit and Centigrade temperatures for all recipes *Choices for cooking recipes such as kuku in oven or on stovetop. *Encourages use of seasonal and local ingredients from farmers markets, Community Supported Agriculture (CSAs) sources or one's own backyard ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Dimensions | 9.25 x 2 x 10 inches | | Edition | 4th Edition | | Isbn 10 | 193382347X | | Isbn 13 | 978-1933823478 | | Item Weight | 5.25 pounds | | Language | English | | Print Length | 640 pages | | Publication Date | August 18, 2020 | | Publisher | Mage Publishers | ## Images ![Food of Life: Ancient Persian and Modern Iranian Cooking and Ceremonies - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/8154CA+guNL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Format** options. ## Frequently Bought Together - Food of Life -- 25th Anniversary Edition: Ancient Persian & Modern Iranian Cooking & Ceremonies - Bottom of the Pot: Persian Recipes and Stories --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.tn/products/268732-food-of-life-ancient-persian-and-modern-iranian-cooking-ceremonies](https://www.desertcart.tn/products/268732-food-of-life-ancient-persian-and-modern-iranian-cooking-ceremonies) --- *Product available on Desertcart Tunisia* *Store origin: TN* *Last updated: 2026-10-29*