Wazzup Pilipinas!
It would be safe to say that curiosity was what really drove us to try
Persian cuisine this time. My blogger friends and I have tried so many
kinds of dishes inspired from many different countries and their
traditional cuisines, many of which were modified through a fusion of
cultures and family heritage recipes.
First impressions for Iranian or Persian cuisine was all
herbs and spices, and it may be so true. But for me that's their strength since it makes up for a more flavorful dining experience. You'll know you're eating Persian when
you taste a distinctive sourness in the dishes and you see the most popular ingredients are wheat, lamb, poultry and yoghurt.Wheat is their staple food,as we are to rice. However, rice dishes are also among the true specialities of the region. Kababs also form part of the traditional cuisine.
Half-Filipino and Half-Iranian Pinoy Big Brother ex-housemate Kian Kazemi was all excited to have us dine at the Kapitolyo, Pasig branch of Persia Grill. This branch is located at the ground floor of Ace water Spa and Hotel. Kian personally welcomed us at his restaurant so we could experience a very rare treat since many of us have not tried Persian food yet except for one who grew up somewhere in the Middle East.
As per their website, "The Kazemi family's deep rooted heritage and culture created
exquisite, authentic & distinct Persian dishes that started from
family traditions of cooking a feast at home & inviting friends
& family over to share the delicious food and capturing lasting
memories. Today they share their vision and love for exceptional food with the
world through the doors of Persia Grill. You are not only eating great
food, your having a taste of history."
Reading it made me realize this will be a great dining experience, and is so happy I now have the opportunity to go Persian with my friends.