PERSIAN COOKING NIGHT

Cook Persian.
Taste the Story.

A relaxed live cooking experience with Ellie, from your own kitchen.

Wednesday 14 October · 7–8 PM

$20

per household / screen

One booking covers everyone cooking together in the same kitchen.

Warmly lit home kitchen counter featuring fresh flatbread, vibrant pomegranate seeds, chopped cilantro, and a steaming pot of Persian rice, eye level natural light
Warmly lit home kitchen counter featuring fresh flatbread, vibrant pomegranate seeds, chopped cilantro, and a steaming pot of Persian rice, eye level natural light
Soul Window Cooking School

Persian Cooking Night

A warm, live online cooking evening where we measure, chop, and simmer together in real time from our own home kitchens.

• PERSIAN COOKING NIGHT

$20

per household / screen

Cook Persian. Taste the Story.

One booking covers everyone cooking together in the same kitchen.

A relaxed live cooking experience with Ellie, from your own kitchen.

Wednesday 14 October · 7–8 PM

WE COOK TOGETHER

This isn’t a cooking show where you sit back and watch. We cook together, from our own kitchens. You’ll cook alongside Ellie, ask questions, share the little moments, and learn the stories and techniques behind a Persian favourite.

COOK

CONNECT

TASTE

Make it together.

Share the kitchen, even from afar.

Finish with something delicious.

The Experience

We cook together, not just watch

Interactive live sessions designed around conversation, genuine home cooking techniques, and sharing dinner across distances.

Real-Time Guidance

Simple Prep & Grocery Lists

Welcoming for Every Table

Ellie cooks every step alongside you at a comfortable pace, checking in on your pans and answering questions live.

Receive clear shopping lists and easy spice substitutions days ahead so your counter is ready before class begins.

Designed for solo home cooks, couples on date night, friends joining from different cities, and family kitchen hubs.

WE COOK TOGETHER

This isn’t a cooking show where you sit back and watch. We cook together, from our own kitchens.

You’ll cook alongside Ellie, ask questions, share the little moments, and learn the stories and techniques behind a Persian favourite.

COOK

CONNECT

TASTE

Make it together.

Share the kitchen, even from afar.

Finish with something delicious.

• WE COOK TOGETHER

MORE THAN A RECIPE

This isn’t a cooking show where you sit back and watch. We cook together, from our own kitchens. You’ll cook alongside Ellie, ask questions, share the little moments, and learn together.

COOK TOGETHER

LEARN THE STORY

SHARE
THE MOMENT

Follow the steps with Ellie in real time and make your dish alongside her.

Discover the Persian food, traditions and little kitchen techniques behind the dish.

Ask questions, laugh at mishaps, compare your results and enjoy the experience together.

A smiling home cook in a cozy kitchen setting holding a wooden spoon over a fragrant herb-filled Persian stew
A smiling home cook in a cozy kitchen setting holding a wooden spoon over a fragrant herb-filled Persian stew
Your Host

Everyday magic in Ellie's kitchen

Soul Window was born from a desire to open home kitchens to shared stories and fragrant Persian recipes. Ellie guides each evening with warmth and patience, focusing on vibrant herbs, saffron rice, and slow-simmered dishes that feel familiar and comforting.

No complex knife drills or stress, just fresh ingredients, honest cooking tips, and an open table where everyone belongs.

Golden crisp Persian potato patties Kookoo Sibzamini served in a dark cast iron skillet garnished with fresh herbs, dill, and dried red barberries on a dark wooden tabletop
Golden crisp Persian potato patties Kookoo Sibzamini served in a dark cast iron skillet garnished with fresh herbs, dill, and dried red barberries on a dark wooden tabletop
• WHAT WE’RE COOKING

Kookoo Sibzamini

A Persian favourite made from the simplest things, grated potato, onion, egg and a handful of warm spices.

But Persian cooking is rarely just about what goes into the pan. It is about the hands that prepare it, the stories that travel through generations, the little things you learn by watching, tasting and making.

Tonight, we’ll make Kookoo Seebzamini

from our own kitchens, at our own pace, with plenty of room for questions, conversation and the occasional onion tear.

And when it comes off the pan?

We taste the story.

Warmly lit home kitchen at night with steam rising gently from a brass cooking pot, fresh cilantro and pomegranate seeds on a wooden counter, soft golden ambient lighting
Warmly lit home kitchen at night with steam rising gently from a brass cooking pot, fresh cilantro and pomegranate seeds on a wooden counter, soft golden ambient lighting

There’s something about cooking together that changes the pace of an evening.

WHAT THE NIGHT FEELS LIKE

You grate the onion. Someone laughs. Someone’s asking whether their mixture looks right. Another person is already tasting.

For an hour, the kitchen becomes a little slower, a little warmer, even when we’re miles apart.

You don’t need to be a Persian cook.

You don’t need to get everything perfect.

Just bring your kitchen, your curiosity, and someone you’d like to share it with in your kitchen.

We’ll take care of the rest — together.

• EVENING ATMOSPHERE
A warmly lit wooden counter with bowls of golden spices, fresh herbs, raw eggs, and boiled potatoes ready for cooking Kookoo.
A warmly lit wooden counter with bowls of golden spices, fresh herbs, raw eggs, and boiled potatoes ready for cooking Kookoo.

• INGREDIENTS & PREPARATION

What You’ll Need

Nothing complicated.
Nothing hard to find. Just a few simple ingredients, a little space on your kitchen bench, and a pan you feel comfortable cooking with.

For the Kookoo

• 1 tbsp Salt
• 1/2 tbsp Black pepper
• 1 tsp Turmeric (Powder/Ground)

For Serving

• Yoghurt (pot set/greek)
• Any sort of your favourite sauces
• Any sort of pickeled vegetables

Tip: Peel your potatoes then submerge them in water to avoide oxidation - getting dark - before our live stream starts!

For Cooking

• A small bowl
• A frying pan
• 2 spatulas

• 500 g / 6 medium potatoes (Peeled)
• 2 medium onions
• 2 eggs, plus 1 extra if needed
• 1/2 cup fresh herbs (dill, cilantro, chives, finely chopped)
• Iranian breadcrumbs, if needed

• Rice/vegetable oil or ghee for crisp pan-frying
• A grater
• A mixing bowl
• A multi-function sifter

• Warm lavash or any flatbread for serving
• Dried barberries (zereshk), walnuts
• Sliced gherkins for garnish
• Sliced tomato, red onion
• Fresh herbs (dill, mint, chive, parsley, coriander, basil, tarragon)

• BEFORE THE NIGHT

Come as you are.

Just give yourself a little time to get ready.

Once you book, we’ll send you everything you need for the evening — your ingredient list, simple preparation notes, and what to have ready in your kitchen.

Some things we’ll prepare together.

Just clear a little space, put your ingredients within reach, and bring your curiosity.

Yes, including the onion.

At 7 PM, we open our

BEFORE THE NIGHT

Come as you are.

Just give yourself a little time to get ready.

Once you book, we’ll send you everything you need for the evening — your ingredient list, simple preparation notes, and what to have ready in your kitchen.

Some things we’ll prepare together.

Yes, including the onion.

So don’t worry about having everything perfectly measured or prepared before we meet.

Just clear a little space, put your ingredients within reach, and bring your curiosity.

At 7 PM, we open our kitchens to each other.

And we cook.

So don’t worry about having everything perfectly measured or prepared before we meet.

BEFORE THE NIGHT

Come as you are. Just give yourself a little time to get ready.

Once you book, we’ll send you everything you need for the evening — your ingredient list, simple preparation notes, and what to have ready in your kitchen.

So don’t worry about having everything perfectly measured or prepared before we meet.

Some things we’ll prepare together. Yes, including the onion.

Just clear a little space, put your ingredients within reach, and bring your curiosity.

Simple Steps

How your cooking night unfolds

01
02
03
04

Choose Your Session

Get Your Kitchen Pack

Set Up Your Counter

Cook & Enjoy Together

Select an upcoming evening date that fits your schedule and book your kitchen spot.

Download your ingredients list, prep checklist, and recommended evening music playlist.

Prop up your laptop or tablet, pour a warm cup of tea, and lay out your ingredients.

Join the live video link, cook step-by-step with Ellie, and sit down to your fresh dish.

• THE 60-MINUTE EXPERIENCE

How our live evening unfolds

We begin with a story.

Then we cook.

A little Persian food, a little context, and a chance to settle into the evening.

Potatoes, onions, eggs and spices come together — step by step, with Ellie cooking alongside you.

We share the little things.

And then we taste.

THE 60-MINUTE EXPERIENCE

We begin with a story.

A little Persian food, a little context, and a chance to settle into the evening.

Then we cook.

Potatoes, onions, eggs and spices come together — step by step, with Ellie cooking alongside you.

We share the little things.

The texture. The smell. The sounds from our kitchens. The questions that come up along the way.

There’s no need to rush.

There’s no perfect version.

And then we taste.

Your Kookoo is ready.

The kitchen smells amazing.

And for a moment, we share the table — even from different homes.

60 minutes. One dish. Many kitchens.


Your Kookoo is ready. The kitchen smells amazing.

The texture. The smell. The sounds from our kitchens. The questions that come up along the way. There’s no need to rush. There’s no perfect version.

• THE COOKING EVENING

Four stages of a shared culinary story

Designed as a relaxed evening ritual, each phase flows naturally into the next so you can cook effortlessly, learn heritage secrets, and gather around a hot handmade dish.

STAGE 01
STAGE 02
STAGE 03
STAGE 04

Gather & Connect

Chop & Season

Simmer & Story

Plate & Savor

Settle into your cozy kitchen space, pour a warm drink, and say hello as Ellie greets everyone live before we chop.

Measure fragrant herbs, crush whole spices, and prepare fresh ingredients in steady, relaxed sync with live guidance.

Pots on the stove sizzle while Ellie shares Persian culinary heritage, practical timing tricks, and family traditions.

Lift the lid to rich aroma, garnish with fresh herbs or barberries, and sit down to enjoy your piping-hot feast.

60 minutes. One dish. Many kitchens.

• Everyone Welcome

WHO CAN JOIN?

You don’t need to know Persian cooking. You don’t need a special kitchen. And you certainly don’t need to cook perfectly.

This night is for anyone who is curious about Persian food and wants to make something with their own hands.

Solo Cooks

Couples

Families

Friends Near & Far

Come on your own.

Come with your partner.

Bring the family into the kitchen.

Invite a friend and cook from two different homes.

One booking. One screen. Your kitchen. Your people.

All you need is a little curiosity — and an appetite for something delicious.

Warm ambient home kitchen counter with a tablet streaming a live cooking session beside fresh herbs and fragrant simmering spices
Warm ambient home kitchen counter with a tablet streaming a live cooking session beside fresh herbs and fragrant simmering spices
• INCLUSIVE LIVE COOKING

WHO CAN JOIN?

One booking. One screen. Your kitchen. Your people.

Solo Cooks

Couples

Friends

Families

Set up your device at your own counter and enjoy a cozy evening cooking alongside a friendly live group.

Turn dinner into a memorable date night. Share the prep, stir together, and dine on authentic food at home.

Gather around one screen over a glass of wine, or connect live from different kitchens across towns.

Get all generations involved. A hands-on, fun cooking experience that brings everyone together around the table.

All Skill Levels Are Welcome

Ellie guides you step-by-step at a comfortable, relaxed pace. Whether you are an experienced home cook or stepping up to the stove for the very first time, you will feel completely supported throughout the evening.

• Wednesday 14 October · 7–8 PM

JOIN THE COOKING NIGHT

Live online · Adelaide time

Book your place, prepare your ingredients, and meet us in the kitchen.

$20

per household / screen

One booking covers everyone cooking together in the same kitchen.

After booking, you’ll receive the ingredient list, preparation notes and everything you need to get ready.

Two separate households or screens? Each household books separately.

Ready for a cozy night in your kitchen?

Class sizes are kept small so everyone can cook, ask questions, and share their dish comfortably.

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JOIN THE COOKING NIGHT

Wednesday 14 October · 7–8 PM

Live online · Adelaide time

$20 per household / screen

One booking covers everyone cooking together in the same kitchen.

Book your place, prepare your ingredients, and meet us in the kitchen.

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After booking, you’ll receive the ingredient list, preparation notes and everything you need to get ready.

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COULDN’T MAKE THIS NIGHT?

We’re keeping this first cooking night small and simple.

If you’d like to join a future Persian Cooking Night, tell us what kind of evening would work for you.

• Weeknight · Friday · Weekend · Something else

We’d love to know.

Close-up detail shot of fresh Persian herbs, vibrant pomegranate seeds, rubbed dried rose petals, and whole saffron threads laid out on a dark slate marble prep station.
Close-up detail shot of fresh Persian herbs, vibrant pomegranate seeds, rubbed dried rose petals, and whole saffron threads laid out on a dark slate marble prep station.
Medium close-up of a golden Persian Tahdig rice cake being inverted from a cast iron pot, showing steam rising and crispy saffron crust.
Medium close-up of a golden Persian Tahdig rice cake being inverted from a cast iron pot, showing steam rising and crispy saffron crust.
Warmly lit home kitchen at night with a laptop streaming a video cooking lesson beside small spice bowls, vintage brass pans, and fresh garnishes.
Warmly lit home kitchen at night with a laptop streaming a video cooking lesson beside small spice bowls, vintage brass pans, and fresh garnishes.
• FUTURE EXPERIENCES

Couldn’t Make This Night?

Reserve your place for upcoming live virtual cooking sessions. Together, we’ll explore aromatic herbs, classic rice dishes, and centuries-old Persian family recipes from our home kitchens.

Fragrant Herb & Spice Secrets

Crispy Tahdig & Rice Mastery

Slow-Simmered Stew Nights

Discover the foundation of authentic Persian flavor profiles. Learn to chop sabzi khordan, bloom premium saffron, and master aromatic herbal bases.

Step-by-step live guidance on steaming long-grain basmati rice to light perfection with that prized, golden crunchy crust every single time.

Experience relaxed evening cooking sessions centered around rich khoresh stews, sweet-and-sour pomegranate sauces, and warm hospitality.

Extreme close-up macro shot of vibrant fresh Persian herbs being hand-chopped on a dark walnut cutting board, alongside crushed yellow saffron threads in a small brass dish and bright red dried barberries.
Extreme close-up macro shot of vibrant fresh Persian herbs being hand-chopped on a dark walnut cutting board, alongside crushed yellow saffron threads in a small brass dish and bright red dried barberries.
Medium close-up of home cook's hands carefully garnishing a warm simmering Persian dish with fresh herbs and pomegranate arils over a cozy gas stove in a softly illuminated kitchen.
Medium close-up of home cook's hands carefully garnishing a warm simmering Persian dish with fresh herbs and pomegranate arils over a cozy gas stove in a softly illuminated kitchen.
Overhead wide shot of a contemporary dining table laden with freshly baked Sangak flatbread, herb platters, radish slices, small bowls of dip, and warm family dishes in a natural relaxed environment.
Overhead wide shot of a contemporary dining table laden with freshly baked Sangak flatbread, herb platters, radish slices, small bowls of dip, and warm family dishes in a natural relaxed environment.
• INSIDE THE KITCHEN

Authentic Flavors, Shared From Home

Step into our virtual cooking studio where fresh herbs, fragrant spices, and golden saffron turn simple evening ingredients into warm, unforgettable Persian feasts.

Herb & Spice Preparation

Simmered to Perfection

A Shared Gathering Table

Fragrant bunches of mint, fresh tarragon, and cilantro paired alongside ruby barberries and hand-ground saffron threads ready for cooking.

Real-time, hands-on guidance through slow-simmered stews and crisp golden rice dishes crafted step-by-step at your own stove.

Gather around an inviting spread of vibrant dishes, crisp breads, and fresh herbs cooked together across screens in real time.

Top-down view of hands delicately pinching saffron threads over fresh coriander, vibrant herbs, dried barberries, and spices on a warm modern kitchen counter
Top-down view of hands delicately pinching saffron threads over fresh coriander, vibrant herbs, dried barberries, and spices on a warm modern kitchen counter
Golden crispy Persian Tahdig rice cake being turned out onto a dark ceramic plate with steam rising in a warmly lit kitchen
Golden crispy Persian Tahdig rice cake being turned out onto a dark ceramic plate with steam rising in a warmly lit kitchen
Warmly lit dinner setting with simmering Persian Khoresh stew, fresh sangak bread, radishes, and pomegranate seeds on dark wood
Warmly lit dinner setting with simmering Persian Khoresh stew, fresh sangak bread, radishes, and pomegranate seeds on dark wood
• SOUL WINDOW COOKING SCHOOL

Future Persian Cooking Experiences

Join Ellie in future live online gatherings to chop, measure, and simmer authentic regional dishes together in real time from your home kitchen.

Persian Ingredients & Hands

Crispy Tahdig & Savoury Rice

Seasonal Feasts & Slow Stews

Discover the essential pantry of Persian cooking—from blooming golden saffron and dried lime to fragrant Sabzi herb preparations.

Master the art of the perfect golden rice crust, layered saffron cakes, and classic jeweled rice dishes in structured step-by-step sessions.

Gather around your stove for long weekend evenings preparing rich pomegranate stews, fresh herb kookoo, and traditional celebratory spreads.

Close-up macro shot of hands carefully crowning a golden crust Tahcheen rice cake with ruby red barberries, sliced emerald pistachios, and aromatic saffron threads in soft moody light.
Close-up macro shot of hands carefully crowning a golden crust Tahcheen rice cake with ruby red barberries, sliced emerald pistachios, and aromatic saffron threads in soft moody light.
An intimate, warmly illuminated dinner table arranged family-style with clay pots of herbal stew, fresh flatbreads, and steaming glass tea cups under soft evening candlelight.
An intimate, warmly illuminated dinner table arranged family-style with clay pots of herbal stew, fresh flatbreads, and steaming glass tea cups under soft evening candlelight.
• CRAFT & TABLE

The Heart of Persian Cooking

Sensory details, vibrant saffron hues, and the quiet joy of creating and sharing authentic Persian flavors together from your home kitchen with live guidance.

— COOKING & CRAFT
— GATHERING & TASTE

Tactile Preparation & Skill

A Shared Contemporary Table

Feel the rich textures of crushed saffron, tart barberries, and fragrant fresh herbs as you master traditional finishing techniques with modern care.

Gather around an inviting table set with freshly baked flatbread, aromatic tea, and steaming stews for a warm, family-style evening full of flavor.

Medium shot in soft evening light, steam rising gently from a hot golden Persian dish surrounded by bowls of dried barberries, fresh dill, and crushed walnuts on a dark wooden counter.
Medium shot in soft evening light, steam rising gently from a hot golden Persian dish surrounded by bowls of dried barberries, fresh dill, and crushed walnuts on a dark wooden counter.
• PERSIAN COOKING NIGHT

COULDN’T MAKE THIS NIGHT?

Persian cooking has many stories to tell. This is just one of them. We’re starting with Kookoo Sibzamini — a simple Persian favourite, cooked together from our own kitchens.

More Persian Cooking Nights will grow from here, with different dishes, different stories and new reasons to gather around the kitchen.

Future experiences may include:

Táhcheen — Golden Saffron Rice Cake

Ghormeh Sabzi — Aromatic Herb Stew

Kashk-e Bademjan — Roasted Eggplant & Mint

Layered saffron rice with a crispy golden bottom crust, tender marinated chicken, yogurt, and vibrant tart barberries cooked live together.

The legendary heart of Persian family tables, simmering fresh sauteed herbs, sun-dried limes, and kidney beans into a fragrant rich stew.

Warm smoky roasted eggplant folded with slow-caramelized onions, garlic, blooming dried mint, and fermented whey served alongside hot flatbread.

KOTLET

SHAMI

PERSIAN RICE & TAHDIG

A nostalgic Persian favourite shaped by hand and passed through generations.

A recipe that changes from one Persian home to another.

The art, patience and anticipation behind the perfect crispy tahdig.

PERSIAN BREAKFAST

GHORMEH SABZI

ASH RESHTEH

A slower way to begin the day, with bread, cheese, herbs, tea and conversation.

A dish that takes time, patience and the stories that come with it.

When food becomes a gathering, a tradition and something to share.

• AUTHENTIC HOMESTYLE MENU

Sensory Recipes & Persian Comfort Food

Every class explores the storied aromas and subtle techniques of authentic home cooking, featuring seasonal herbs, warm saffron, dried lime, and time-honored dishes made together step by step.

Kookoo Sibzamini

Kotlet

Shami

Golden Persian potato kookoo crisp on the outside and tender inside, scented with turmeric, blooming saffron, and wild aromatic herbs.

Persian Kotlet pan-fried to perfection with seasoned minced meat, potato, grated onion, and traditional spice blends passed down through generations.

Persian Shami patties crafted with split yellow peas, braised meat, and fragrant spices, fried until crisp and served warm with fresh flatbread.

Yatimcheh

Borani & Persian Dips

Ash-e Jo

Persian vegetable stew simmered with delicate eggplant, ripe tomatoes, garlic, and turmeric for an comforting homestyle dish.

Silky yogurt dips including Borani Esfenaj with sauteed spinach, vibrant Borani Laboo with roasted beets, and cool cucumber Mast-o-Khiar.

Persian barley soup slowly cooked with herbs, lentils, chickpeas, and a drizzle of tangy whey kashk and caramelized mint oil.

• HERITAGE ON THE PLATE

Stories Cooked into Every Bite

Explore the foundational recipes at the heart of our live sessions, rich with family memory, tactile craft, and time-honoured technique.

• REAL HOME COOKING

Dishes Rooted in Tradition & Story

Explore authentic Persian flavors prepared step-by-step in your own kitchen. Every recipe brings lingering aromas, rich heritage, and meaningful conversation to your table.

Persian Breakfast

Ghormeh Sabzi

Adass Polow — Persian Lentil & Rice

A slower way to begin the day, with bread, cheese, herbs, tea and conversation.

A dish that takes time, patience and the stories that come with it.

A slow-cooked celebration of finely chopped fresh herbs, sun-dried limes, and tender legumes that forms the comforting heart of Persian family tables.

A deeply savory, slow-simmered herb stew layered with sauteed cilantro, fenugreek, red kidney beans, and tangy dried limes.

Fragrant steamed basmati rice layered with delicate brown lentils, caramelized onions, plump raisins, and warm cinnamon, finished with a crispy saffron tahdig.
Fragrant basmati rice steamed together with tender lentils, sweet caramelized onions, warm cinnamon accents, and plump plump dates cooked to golden comfort.

The art, patience and anticipation behind the perfect crispy tahdig.

Clear glass teacup filled with amber cardamom tea next to traditional copper bowls of fresh mint and rock candy
Clear glass teacup filled with amber cardamom tea next to traditional copper bowls of fresh mint and rock candy
Clear glass teacup filled with amber cardamom tea next to traditional copper bowls of fresh mint and rock candy
Clear glass teacup filled with amber cardamom tea next to traditional copper bowls of fresh mint and rock candy
Clear glass teacup filled with amber cardamom tea next to traditional copper bowls of fresh mint and rock candy
Clear glass teacup filled with amber cardamom tea next to traditional copper bowls of fresh mint and rock candy

PERSIAN BREAKFAST

GHORMEH SABZI

ASH-e RESHTEH

A slower way to begin the day, with bread, cheese, herbs, tea and conversation.

A dish that takes time, patience and the stories that come with it.

When food becomes a gathering, a tradition and something to share.

Clear glass teacup filled with amber cardamom tea next to traditional copper bowls of fresh mint and rock candy
Clear glass teacup filled with amber cardamom tea next to traditional copper bowls of fresh mint and rock candy
Clear glass teacup filled with amber cardamom tea next to traditional copper bowls of fresh mint and rock candy
Clear glass teacup filled with amber cardamom tea next to traditional copper bowls of fresh mint and rock candy
Clear glass teacup filled with amber cardamom tea next to traditional copper bowls of fresh mint and rock candy
Clear glass teacup filled with amber cardamom tea next to traditional copper bowls of fresh mint and rock candy

Kotlet

Shami

Persian Rice & Tahdig

A nostalgic Persian favourite shaped by hand and passed through generations.

Traditional Persian Kotlet and Shami cutlets pan-cooked until deep golden, seasoned with garlic, saffron, and crushed coriander, paired with warm flatbread.

A recipe that changes from one Persian home to another.

Learn the art of spiced meat and chickpea cutlets with sumac and turmeric, crafted for cozy family dinners and home gatherings.

The art, patience and anticipation behind the perfect crispy tahdig.

Master the signature technique of parboiling, layering, and steaming long-grain rice to achieve an irreplaceable golden, crackling bottom crust.

Master the art of perfectly steamed saffron rice and the elusive crunchy golden Tahdig crust that anchors every authentic Persian table.

Borani & Persian Dips

Morgh-e Porteghali

Kookoo Sibzamini

Master the art of traditional yogurt dips infused with roasted beetroot, tender sautéed spinach, wild mint, Persian walnuts, and dried rose petals.

Master the art of traditional Persian cold appetizers: earthy roasted beetroot Borani Laboo, garlic-garlanded Borani Esfenaj spinach dip, and refreshing cucumber mint Mast-o-Khiar.

Persian Orange Chicken braised gently with fresh citrus, aromatic saffron, and delicate spices for a sweet and savory dinner main.
Persian Orange Chicken slow-braised with sweet orange zest, warm spices, and saffron broth for an aromatic and balanced dinner.

Persian Potato Kookoo featuring crisp saffron-crusted potato cakes baked with aromatic herbs, turmeric, and dried barberries for a vibrant home comfort meal.

Clear glass teacup filled with amber cardamom tea next to traditional copper bowls of fresh mint and rock candy
Clear glass teacup filled with amber cardamom tea next to traditional copper bowls of fresh mint and rock candy
Clear glass teacup filled with amber cardamom tea next to traditional copper bowls of fresh mint and rock candy
Clear glass teacup filled with amber cardamom tea next to traditional copper bowls of fresh mint and rock candy
Clear glass teacup filled with amber cardamom tea next to traditional copper bowls of fresh mint and rock candy
Clear glass teacup filled with amber cardamom tea next to traditional copper bowls of fresh mint and rock candy

PERSIAN BREAKFAST

GHORMEH SABZI

ASH-e RESHTEH

A slower way to begin the day, with bread, cheese, herbs, tea and conversation.

A dish that takes time, patience and the stories that come with it.

When food becomes a gathering, a tradition and something to share.

Clear glass teacup filled with amber cardamom tea next to traditional copper bowls of fresh mint and rock candy
Clear glass teacup filled with amber cardamom tea next to traditional copper bowls of fresh mint and rock candy
Clear glass teacup filled with amber cardamom tea next to traditional copper bowls of fresh mint and rock candy
Clear glass teacup filled with amber cardamom tea next to traditional copper bowls of fresh mint and rock candy
Clear glass teacup filled with amber cardamom tea next to traditional copper bowls of fresh mint and rock candy
Clear glass teacup filled with amber cardamom tea next to traditional copper bowls of fresh mint and rock candy

Ash-e Jo Barley Soup

Khorak & Rustic Breads

Yatimcheh

Slow-cook a comforting bowl of Persian barley soup layered with yellow lentils, fresh herbs, aromatic garlic, caramelized onions, and tangy liquid kashk.
Simmer a deeply soul-nourishing Persian barley soup loaded with fragrant cilantro, parsley, creamy lentils, and topped with golden fried garlic, mint, and kashk.

Explore regional stovetop stews paired with handcrafted skillet flatbreads, saffron broths, and tangy wild barberry garnishes.

A comforting Persian vegetable dish made with silky tender eggplants, vine tomatoes, onion, and sizzling mint oil—a classic recipe straight from regional home kitchens.
A rich eggplant and roasted tomato stew cooked slowly with garlic and dried mint, showcasing traditional vegetable-forward Persian cooking.

Kashk-e Bademjan — Persian Eggplant Dip

Mirza Ghasemi — Smoked Eggplant & Tomato

Ash-e Reshteh

Master the art of roasting tender eggplants, caramelizing sweet onions, and blooming dried mint in warm oil for this quintessential creamy Persian eggplant dish.
Rich roasted eggplant dip caramelized with onion, garlic, sautéed dried mint, and fermented kashk whey, served alongside warm flatbread.

Char fresh eggplants over open fire to extract deep smoky aromas, then fold them into garlic-infused tomatoes and creamy eggs in this northern Gilan regional favourite.

Caspian coast specialty made from charcoal-smoked eggplants, garlic embers, and slow-simmered vine tomatoes finished with creamy soft eggs.

When food becomes a gathering, a tradition and something to share.

A comforting, deeply flavorful staple filled with beans, flat noodles, and mountain herbs, crowned with aromatic mint oil, crisp garlic, and fermented kashk.

The art, patience and anticipation behind the perfect crispy tahdig.

Clear glass teacup filled with amber cardamom tea next to traditional copper bowls of fresh mint and rock candy
Clear glass teacup filled with amber cardamom tea next to traditional copper bowls of fresh mint and rock candy
Clear glass teacup filled with amber cardamom tea next to traditional copper bowls of fresh mint and rock candy
Clear glass teacup filled with amber cardamom tea next to traditional copper bowls of fresh mint and rock candy
Clear glass teacup filled with amber cardamom tea next to traditional copper bowls of fresh mint and rock candy
Clear glass teacup filled with amber cardamom tea next to traditional copper bowls of fresh mint and rock candy

PERSIAN BREAKFAST

GHORMEH SABZI

ASH-e RESHTEH

A slower way to begin the day, with bread, cheese, herbs, tea and conversation.

A dish that takes time, patience and the stories that come with it.

When food becomes a gathering, a tradition and something to share.

Clear glass teacup filled with amber cardamom tea next to traditional copper bowls of fresh mint and rock candy
Clear glass teacup filled with amber cardamom tea next to traditional copper bowls of fresh mint and rock candy
Clear glass teacup filled with amber cardamom tea next to traditional copper bowls of fresh mint and rock candy
Clear glass teacup filled with amber cardamom tea next to traditional copper bowls of fresh mint and rock candy
Clear glass teacup filled with amber cardamom tea next to traditional copper bowls of fresh mint and rock candy
Clear glass teacup filled with amber cardamom tea next to traditional copper bowls of fresh mint and rock candy

Kookoo SabKookoo Sabzi — Persian Herb Kookoo

Khoresht-e Bademjan

Abgoosht Dizi

Finely chop fragrant parsley, coriander, dill, and chives to bake a stunning emerald herb frittata laced with tart barberries and toasted walnuts.

A vibrant baked frittata packed with fresh parsley, coriander, and dill, studded with crunch from toasted walnuts and tart barberries for a vivid herb-forward bite.

Silky pan-seared eggplants slow-cooked in a tangy tomato stew infused with unripe sour grapes, turmeric, and warm aromatic spices.

Silky pan-fried eggplant simmered with tender lamb, aromatic saffron, and tangy unripe grapes for a deeply comforting Persian classic.

The ultimate Iranian comfort dish: a heart-warming lamb, chickpea, and potato stew served traditionally with fresh sangak flatbread and herbs.

A beloved two-course ritual of lamb broth and mashed chickpeas, potatoes, and herbs cooked slowly in traditional stoneware pots.

Albaloo Polow — Persian Sour Cherry Rice

Tass Kabaab

Kookoo Sibzamini

A celebratory rice dish balancing sweet and sour notes with simmered sour cherries, toasted pistachio slivers, and fragrant saffron basmati.

Tart sour cherries simmered gently with subtle spices and layered through steamed saffron rice, achieving the ultimate balance of sweet, sour, and crispy tahdig.

A dish that takes time, patience and the stories that come with it.

Master crisp potato patties scented with saffron, garlic, and wild herbs, served alongside fresh flatbread and crunchy pickles.

Clear glass teacup filled with amber cardamom tea next to traditional copper bowls of fresh mint and rock candy
Clear glass teacup filled with amber cardamom tea next to traditional copper bowls of fresh mint and rock candy
Clear glass teacup filled with amber cardamom tea next to traditional copper bowls of fresh mint and rock candy
Clear glass teacup filled with amber cardamom tea next to traditional copper bowls of fresh mint and rock candy
Clear glass teacup filled with amber cardamom tea next to traditional copper bowls of fresh mint and rock candy
Clear glass teacup filled with amber cardamom tea next to traditional copper bowls of fresh mint and rock candy

PERSIAN BREAKFAST

GHORMEH SABZI

ASH-e RESHTEH

A slower way to begin the day, with bread, cheese, herbs, tea and conversation.

A dish that takes time, patience and the stories that come with it.

When food becomes a gathering, a tradition and something to share.

Clear glass teacup filled with amber cardamom tea next to traditional copper bowls of fresh mint and rock candy
Clear glass teacup filled with amber cardamom tea next to traditional copper bowls of fresh mint and rock candy
Clear glass teacup filled with amber cardamom tea next to traditional copper bowls of fresh mint and rock candy
Clear glass teacup filled with amber cardamom tea next to traditional copper bowls of fresh mint and rock candy
Clear glass teacup filled with amber cardamom tea next to traditional copper bowls of fresh mint and rock candy
Clear glass teacup filled with amber cardamom tea next to traditional copper bowls of fresh mint and rock candy

PERSIAN BREAKFAST

GHORMEH SABZI

ASH-e RESHTEH

A slower way to begin the day, with bread, cheese, herbs, tea and conversation.

A dish that takes time, patience and the stories that come with it.

When food becomes a gathering, a tradition and something to share.

HERB & EARTH
GOLDEN CRUST
CITRUS & SAFFRON
HERB & EARTH
HERB & EARTH
CLASS CONCEPT I
CLASS CONCEPT II
CLASS CONCEPT III
HERB & EARTH
MEZE & SMALL PLATES
COMFORT SOUP NIGHT
CITRUS & SAFFRON
THE CROWN JEWEL
HERB-INFUSED CLASSIC
HERB & NOODLE SOUP
STARTERS & MEZE
NORTHERN TRADITIONS
SLOW-SIMMERED STEW
TRADITIONAL COMFORT
SWEET & TART FLAVORS

Aab Du Khiyar - Aab Dough Kiyar

Golden saffron-braised chicken paired with tart wild barberries cooked in butter and sugar, served alongside fragrant jewel rice.

Zereshk Sauce - Barberry Sauce with Chicken

Steaming earthen pot of Persian plum and roasted walnut stew resting on a rustic wooden board
Steaming earthen pot of Persian plum and roasted walnut stew resting on a rustic wooden board
Crispy golden saffron Persian rice cake decorated with bright red barberries and silvered pistachios
Crispy golden saffron Persian rice cake decorated with bright red barberries and silvered pistachios

Slow-Simmered Fragrance

Golden Tahcheen Crusts

Exploring the comforting harmony of pomegranate molasses, toasted walnuts, and tender herbs simmered low and slow over quiet winter evenings.

Unlocking the secrets to perfectly crisp rice crusts infused with aromatic saffron, strained yogurt, and sweet-tart barberries.

Close-up of golden saffron rice cake Tahdig topped with ruby red dried barberries and toasted slivered pistachios on a dark handmade ceramic platter
Close-up of golden saffron rice cake Tahdig topped with ruby red dried barberries and toasted slivered pistachios on a dark handmade ceramic platter
Hands gently grounding toasted walnuts and fresh mint over a simmering dark pomegranate molasses stew in an iron vessel
Hands gently grounding toasted walnuts and fresh mint over a simmering dark pomegranate molasses stew in an iron vessel

Saffron, Barberries & Golden Tahdig

Walnut & Pomegranate Fesenjan

Unlocking the gentle craft of crispy golden rice crusts, blooming pure saffron, and balancing the lively sourness of wild barberries.

Slow cooking toasted ground walnuts and rich tart molasses into a velvety, complex stew that carries generations of northern Iranian heritage.

Golden crispy saffron Tahdig upside-down rice cake garnished with tart ruby red barberries and silvered pistachios served alongside a fragrant herb stew.
Golden crispy saffron Tahdig upside-down rice cake garnished with tart ruby red barberries and silvered pistachios served alongside a fragrant herb stew.
HERITAGE RICE & STEWS

Khoresht & Tahdig Secrets

Unlock the techniques behind perfectly crunchy saffron Tahdig crusts paired with rich simmered stews infused with dried limes, barberries, and warm aromatic spices.

Close-up shot in a warmly lit kitchen of a freshly baked Persian rosewater cake (Cake Golab) topped with crushed green pistachios and vibrant pink rose petals on a rustic wooden table.
Close-up shot in a warmly lit kitchen of a freshly baked Persian rosewater cake (Cake Golab) topped with crushed green pistachios and vibrant pink rose petals on a rustic wooden table.
Eye-level medium shot of a handmade ceramic dish filled with silky Persian rice flour pudding (Fereni) dusted with ground cinnamon patterns beside a tea glass.
Eye-level medium shot of a handmade ceramic dish filled with silky Persian rice flour pudding (Fereni) dusted with ground cinnamon patterns beside a tea glass.
Overhead view of a shallow copper bowl filled with golden saffron rice pudding (Sholeh Zard) decorated with silvered almonds and cinnamon lattice patterns.
Overhead view of a shallow copper bowl filled with golden saffron rice pudding (Sholeh Zard) decorated with silvered almonds and cinnamon lattice patterns.

• FUTURE COOKING NIGHTS

Sweet Traditions & Floral Aromas

We are expanding our live online cooking evenings to explore delicate Persian desserts, fragrant cardamom treats, and golden saffron sweets prepared together in real time.

Cake Golab — Persian Rosewater Cake

Fereni — Persian Milk & Rice Flour Pudding

Sholeh Zard — Persian Saffron Rice Pudding

A soft, fragrant sponge infused with organic rosewater and ground cardamom, finished with a subtle sweet glaze and crushed pistachios.

A comforting, smooth milk pudding gently simmered with fine rice flour and cardamom, garnished with delicate cinnamon line work.

An iconic golden rice pudding scented with pure saffron, rosewater, and cinnamon, celebrated across traditional family gatherings.

Steam rising gently from a brass glass of Persian black tea with cardamom pods, dried rosebuds, and rock candy on a wooden board
Steam rising gently from a brass glass of Persian black tea with cardamom pods, dried rosebuds, and rock candy on a wooden board

Cardamom Tea & Night Whispers

Exploring late-night Persian tea rituals, orange blossom infusions, and tender sweets baked together across distant home screens.

Teatime & Sweet Spices

Gathering around late-night tea rituals, brewing crushed cardamom pods, and sharing stories from traditional family kitchens.

Clear glass teacup filled with amber cardamom tea next to traditional copper bowls of fresh mint and rock candy
Clear glass teacup filled with amber cardamom tea next to traditional copper bowls of fresh mint and rock candy
Individual glazed clay cups filled with silky Persian milk and rice flour pudding (Fereni), dusted with ground cinnamon powder and chopped pistachio nuts.
Individual glazed clay cups filled with silky Persian milk and rice flour pudding (Fereni), dusted with ground cinnamon powder and chopped pistachio nuts.
MILK & RICE PUDDING

Fereni

A velvety, gentle dessert made with ground rice flour, sweet milk, and subtle floral essence, elegantly spiced with cinnamon and roasted nuts.

A golden homemade Persian Rosewater Cake (Cake Golab) decorated with delicate dried pink rose petals, crushed green pistachios, and cardamom pods on a handmade ceramic serving platter.
A golden homemade Persian Rosewater Cake (Cake Golab) decorated with delicate dried pink rose petals, crushed green pistachios, and cardamom pods on a handmade ceramic serving platter.
ROSEWATER & CARDAMOM

Cake Golab

An fragrant, moist saffron and rosewater sponge infused with crushed cardamom, garnished with vibrant pistachios and aromatic organic rose petals.

Close-up shot in warm side lighting of a hand dusting cinnamon powder over a golden bowl of Sholeh Zard saffron rice pudding decorated with slivered pistachios and rose petals.
Close-up shot in warm side lighting of a hand dusting cinnamon powder over a golden bowl of Sholeh Zard saffron rice pudding decorated with slivered pistachios and rose petals.
DESSERTS & SWEETS

Sholeh Zard — Persian Saffron Rice Pudding

Fragrant saffron rice pudding infused with cardamoms and rosewater, topped with cinnamon dusted geometric patterns and slivered almonds.

• FUTURE HORIZONS

Upcoming Persian Cooking Nights

A glimpse into upcoming live online sessions where we explore regional dips, fragrant barley stews, and cherished family heritage recipes together from our home kitchens.

• FUTURE HORIZONS

Exploring Persian Home Cooking

A look at the warm, rustic home recipes Ellie is preparing for future live online gatherings—celebrating herbs, wholesome vegetables, and saffron-infused comfort dishes.

• EXPANDING OUR MENU

Future Persian Cooking Nights

Explore upcoming live online cooking experiences designed to deepen your home culinary skills with authentic Persian recipes, traditional techniques, and vibrant spices.

Have a specific Persian regional dish you would love to learn? Let Ellie know during your next live class session.

• FUTURE COOKING NIGHTS

Upcoming Persian Culinary Journeys

Explore the rich tapestry of Persian home cooking with our upcoming live interactive menu sessions. Gather fresh ingredients and simmer storied recipes together from our own home kitchens.

• WHAT'S ON THE HORIZON

A Glimpse Into Future Kitchen Nights

These are not set calendar appointments, but subtle previews of sensory stories, ancient spice combinations, and seasonal Persian dishes taking form in Ellie's home kitchen.

• FUTURE DISCOVERY NIGHTS

Exploring Persian Cooking Nights

Beyond our signature Tahcheen evening, Soul Window Cooking School is gathering recipes for future live gatherings. Gather in your kitchen as we explore comforting regional stews, jewel-adorned rice dishes, and ancient Iranian heritage recipes.

• FUTURE COOKING NIGHTS

Expanding Our Persian Kitchen Table

Explore regional home-cooked favorites, crisp herb patties, and comforting plant-forward dishes coming soon to Soul Window Cooking School.

• FUTURE MENUS

Persian Culinary Journeys Ahead

From velvety yogurt dips laced with roasted beets to slow-simmered barley soups, our upcoming live online gatherings bring authentic regional Persian home cooking directly into your kitchen.

• FUTURE COOKING EXPERIENCES

Explore the Wider World of Persian Flavors

Soul Window Cooking School continues to grow with fresh live online evening menus. Here is a look at the fragrant regional dishes and traditional techniques coming soon to our virtual kitchen counter.

• FUTURE COOKING EXPERIENCES

More Persian Flavors on the Horizon

We are continually expanding our live online kitchen gatherings. Here is a glimpse into the aromatic soups, sweet baked treats, and comforting dishes Ellie is preparing for upcoming classes.

• FUTURE COOKING EXPERIENCES

Exploring Persian Home Flavors

A glimpse into the aromatic dishes, regional heritage recipes, and seasonal feasts we are preparing for upcoming live online kitchen evenings.

• FUTURE COOKING EXPERIENCES

Expanding Our Persian Kitchen Table

Beyond our core gatherings, Ellie is preparing fresh live online evenings focused on regional herbs, aromatic rice craft, and iconic Persian family dishes.

• FUTURE COOKING EXPERIENCES

Upcoming Persian Cooking Nights

A sensory journey into authentic Persian home kitchens. Explore the regional recipes, slow-simmered stews, and vibrant aromas we are preparing for future live online gatherings.

• FUTURE HORIZONS

Whispers of Upcoming Gatherings

A soft peek into the fragrant recipes, traditional spice rituals, and cozy online cooking evenings we are quietly dreaming up next for our kitchen community.

Clear glass teacup filled with amber cardamom tea next to traditional copper bowls of fresh mint and rock candy
Clear glass teacup filled with amber cardamom tea next to traditional copper bowls of fresh mint and rock candy
Clear glass teacup filled with amber cardamom tea next to traditional copper bowls of fresh mint and rock candy
Clear glass teacup filled with amber cardamom tea next to traditional copper bowls of fresh mint and rock candy
Close-up shot of hot amber Persian tea poured into a traditional slender clear glass cup on a worn wooden table, backlit by gentle warm kitchen light with saffron rock candy sticks nearby
Close-up shot of hot amber Persian tea poured into a traditional slender clear glass cup on a worn wooden table, backlit by gentle warm kitchen light with saffron rock candy sticks nearby
• AFTER THE MEAL

PERSIAN TEA & SWEET MOMENTS

A little pause, a cup of tea and the simple pleasure of sitting together.

In Persian home culture, the kitchen table lingers long after the plates are cleared. Freshly brewed tea, fragrant cardamom, and delicate sweets mark the shift from cooking to pure connection.

Inspiration for gentle herbal infusions, tea pairings, and traditional sweet recipes shared informally during our sessions.

OUR KITCHEN MOTTO

COOK · CONNECT · TASTE

If you’d like to reserve a spot at our virtual counter, pull up a chair and bring your cup.

COOK · CONNECT · TASTE

If you’d like to hear about future Persian Cooking Nights, leave us a little note.

• SOUL WINDOW COOKING SCHOOL

A little pause, a persian cup of tea and the simple pleasure of sitting together.

/ SOUL WINDOW COOKING SCHOOL

COOK · CONNECT · TASTE

If you’d like to hear about future Persian Cooking Nights, leave us a little note.

Warmly lit home kitchen counter at night with a tablet showing a live cooking call beside fresh herbs, spices, and a bubbling pot on the stove
Warmly lit home kitchen counter at night with a tablet showing a live cooking call beside fresh herbs, spices, and a bubbling pot on the stove
• LIVE ONLINE CLASS

YOUR KITCHEN.
YOUR PEOPLE.
YOUR PERSIAN COOKING NIGHT.

One evening. One dish. A little story, a little laughter, and something delicious made by your own hands.

$20

per household / screen

Wednesday 28 October · 7–8 PM

Come cook with me.

7–8 PM

Wednesday 14 October

$20

per household / screen

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