Samosa is a popular Persian food

Samboose is a popular dish in many parts of the world. A Samboose is called Samosa in English as well. The triangular shaped flaky pastry filled with spicy potato, chicken or lamb. However, you will also find chicken samosas, or seafood samosas.
It is a popular snack not only in Iran but in several countries of the world. While you’re in Iran, don’t forget to taste this yummy street food.

Samboosa is a popular Iranian food

Horse Riding in Nomad Tours

Besides a cultural and historical travel to Iran, Uppersia suggests you to have an adventure trip and spend a night in nomad tents. Stay in an old caravanserai in the middle of a desert, adventure through the mountains or ride with Persian Horses into the heart of untouched lands. Horseback riding in Iran provides a good chance for those who highly spirited and like to experience different things in life. It can take place in Fars province. You can get the opportunity of a lifetime- ride the world’s original hot-blooded horses, and visit Nomads tradition, carpets, clothes lifestyle and ceremonies and joying their hospitality and food.

Horse riding in nomad tours

Book cafe in Iran

What do we need apart from a hot cup of coffee, and our favourite book? For all the bibliophiles , who like nothing more than to cuddle up with a good book, there are many book cafes in Iran that can give you just the right ambiance and a vast collection of books to enjoy from.
You have a wall full of books to browse through. You can pick one up and start reading while you wait for your meal to arrive.
Where is your favorite book cafe to have a perfect date ?

Our female guests in a book cafe

Ash reshte and Dal adas: Persian popular soups

Persian food relies on simple combinations of rich, natural flavors that come together to create unforgettable, renowned dishes.

Ash reshteh is one of the most a popular Iranian soups that’s simple, easy and very flavorful. This vegetarian Persian soup is made with herbs, legumes and caramelized onion and Persian noodle perfect for any day of the year.

Dal Adas is another simple and wholesome dish from the southern part of Iran. This dish is made with red lentils and has a nice degree of heat because of the ground cayenne pepper that locals use in the recipe. Dal Adas is a vegetarian stew that is served over rice or with a side of bread. 

No matter what day of the year it is, you will enjoy eating these favorite soups!

Ash reshte and Dal adas, two Persian popular soups

Persian Hospitality

If you visit Iran, especially in rural areas, you will know the true meaning of Iranian hospitality, which is based on authentic customs and traditions. Once you arrive in Iran, the invitation will undoubtedly be for to have tea, lunch or dinner,  especially if you are a foreigner. Without need to be sure who you are. In fact, visiting a Persian home is a great opportunity to discover a different aspect of life and the culture of ancient Iranians. Persian hospitality is a good experience that you do not have to miss. However, it will show you the Iranian family charm and will introduce you to one of the oldest traditions in the world.
Have you ever been to Iran and tasted the Iranian hospitality and generosity, tell us more about what you experienced there !

Persian hospitality in Iran

Kashk-Bademjan: one of the most well-known and probably the best appetizer in Iran

Appetizers have recently made its way from all corners of the globe, and especially in Iran where food plays a big part in society and culture. One of the most well-known and probably the best appetizer in Iran is Kashk-Bademjan. It is a frugal meal for the travelers and has become very popular in Iran. It is a vegetarian dish consisting of eggplant and Kashk- a slightly salty dairy product- and is garnished with a mixture of garlic, onion and dried mint. It is served with a special kind of bread called Lavash.

Is Persian cuisine your passion? You can be in touch with Uppersia team and get our hundreds of recipes on Iranian food.

One of the most well-known and probably the best appetizer in Iran is Kashk-Bademjan.

Is food your passion?

Is food your passion? If you don’t feel like you’ve truly experienced a new place until you’ve tasted every flavor it has to offer, Uppersia culinary tour is for you. But this culinary tour isn’t just about food. You’ll also get to explore monuments, markets, and much more, giving you the full-bodied flavor of each destination. Jeremy and Daryl found out that Iran is full of delicious regional dishes, and they sampled them all on a 14-night trip with Uppersia. 

Jeremy and Daryl joined Uppersia culinary tour

Iran: A Vegetarian-friendly Country

If you’re searching for a vegan travel destination for a vacation, Iran would be a right choice. Vegans and vegetarians won’t be disappointed in Iran with the vegan movement on the rise and most menus making room for tasty vege-based meals that fuse traditional Persian recipes with veganized options. Iranian cuisine is ideal for those on a vegetarian diet because it features nutritious and other hearty vegetables. This means that many of the best Iranian dishes are vegetarian-friendly.  Our vegan guest Shivya is exploring Iran in a one-month trip. She said “While veganism may not be the cultural norm in this country, there are no shortage of vegan-friendly dishes.”

Shivya, our Vegan guest from India