Tannaz Sassooni

Born in Tehran to a Jewish family, Tannaz is a Los Angeles-based food writer, who's written for Lucky Peach, Thrillist, The Mash-Up Americans, and Shofar. She's interested in exploring Los Angeles' global culinary landscape and interviewing moms and grandmas from Iran for a regional Iranian Jewish cookbook. You can follow her on Instagram @tannazsassooni.


Articles by Tannaz Sassooni

This Fragrant Persian Stew Tastes Like Home

Herbaceous and hearty, this is a dish to enjoy year-round.

Khoreshte Beh (Persian Beef and Quince Stew) Recipe

A sweet-tart, savory stew to celebrate the High Holidays.

Make These Gluten-Free Churros for Hanukkah

Add a Hanukkah twist to this indulgent fried treat.

The 8 Jewish Persian Dishes You Need to Try

From herbaceous kuku sabzi to comforting gondi, you'll love every one!

Persian Upside-Down Cake with Dates and Cardamom

A sweet tribute to Persian Rosh Hashanah traditions.