Welcome to Iran – A World Premiere

Stratford East in London will be presenting a new production this spring. From the 18th April–16th May, Welcome to Iran will be on its stage. The show is about Ava, a British Iranian in her twenties. After her father passes away, she travels to Iran to discover her past, heritage and culture.  She delves deepContinue reading “Welcome to Iran – A World Premiere”

Persian Restaurant and Bar Review – An affordable eat in Shoreditch

Persian Restaurant and Bar 148 Shoreditch High St London E1 6JQ Open: Mon-Thurs: 11.30am-2am Fri & Sat: 11.30am-4am Transport: Shoreditch High Street Overground or Old Street tube 020 7613 3277 If you’re looking for a genuine kebab without the grease during your Shoreditch lunch break, then head to Persian Restaurant and Bar. Aptly named, itContinue reading “Persian Restaurant and Bar Review – An affordable eat in Shoreditch”

Revisit to Persepolis in Peckham, London

28-30 Peckham High Street London SE15 5DT Open 10.35am-9pm daily Transport: Peckham Rye rail or 36 bus ________________________________________ A revisit to Persepolis in Peckham, London brought some new additions to the menu. Thrilled about my return to the southeast London restaurant, I opted for different foodie choices, eating a meze of dishes this time. ForContinue reading “Revisit to Persepolis in Peckham, London”

The Human Rights Festival Featuring the Iranian Film, Ava

The Human Rights Watch Festival is currently taking place at the Barbican Centre. I was delighted to discover that an Iranian film is going to be featured today, Ava. The piece is directed by Sadaf Foroughi who gives us a coming of age story of a teenage girl. Her life is dictated by the patriarchalContinue reading “The Human Rights Festival Featuring the Iranian Film, Ava”

Persepolis – a trendy Iranian shop and restaurant in Peckham

28-30 Peckham High Street London SE15 5DT Open 10.35am-9pm daily Transport: Peckham Rye rail or 36 bus ________________________________________ No, not the ancient city in Iran, but the Iranian shop, café and restaurant in Peckham, London. This is a charming little spot in the south of the capital and is popular with both Iranians and LondonersContinue reading “Persepolis – a trendy Iranian shop and restaurant in Peckham”