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Salvation and Redemption: Key Themes of Asian Films at Cinequest 2014

Anonymous — Mon, 03 Mar 2014 22:21:59 +0000

Now in its 24th year, the Cinequest Film Festival, held annually in San Jose, Calif., once again presents an impressive and eclectic array of independent films from all over the world. Each year, ThingsAsian posts my reviews of Cinequest's Asian and Asia-related entries.

'Lawrence of Arabia' Middle Eastern Recipes and Photos

Anonymous — Sat, 31 May 2008 02:44:51 +0000

This Middle Eastern menu features a savory array of international dishes, including Pan-Fried Chickpeas, Black Bean Hummus, Falafel with Tahini, Snapper with Savory Tomato Sauce, Lamb Kefta Kebabs, Spicy Tunesian Carrots, Rice-Couscous-Lentil Pilav, and Yogurt Fritters with Rose-Scented Syrup.

Film Review: Turtles Can Fly

Anonymous — Sun, 05 Apr 2009 19:23:37 +0000

Written and directed by Bahman Ghobadi, Turtles Can Fly was the first film made in Iraq since Saddam Hussein was captured and removed from power, it received awards and nominations at film festivals worldwide, and was Iran’s entry for the 2004 Academy Awards. The film stars a cast of absolute beginners who captured the hearts of audiences around the world.

Lamb-Filled Eggplant Rolls with Fresh Tomato Sauce

Anonymous — Sun, 05 Apr 2009 19:47:52 +0000

This Iraqi-style dish features thinly sliced eggplant filled with ground lamb, topped with a lemony fresh tomato sauce.

The Tasty Foods of Iran - Enshrined in the Aura of History

Anonymous — Thu, 04 Nov 2004 09:15:39 +0000

When we cook with apricots, artichokes, eggplants, lemons, lime, oranges, pistachios, spinach, saffron or tarragon, Iran should immediately come to mind. These cooking ingredients and many others came...

Partying in Armenia

Anonymous — Tue, 05 Apr 2011 15:44:53 +0000

During the Persian new year festival of Nowruz, Iranians enjoy holiday freedoms in Christian Armenia...

Film Review: The Stoning of Soraya M.

Anonymous — Sun, 02 Jan 2011 19:54:31 +0000

The village of Kupeyah, Iran is the setting for this heartbreaking drama based on a true story in which an Iranian wife and mother is falsely accused of adultery.

Film Review: Children of Heaven

Anonymous — Sun, 28 Nov 2004 00:01:29 +0000

Written and directed by Majid Majidi, this Oscar-nominated bijou captured the hearts of audiences at film-festivals all over the world. Known in the Persian language Bacheha-Ye Asemanas, Children of...

Film Review: Gabbah

Anonymous — Sat, 31 Jul 2010 20:26:44 +0000

A double entendre is the essence of this enigmatic film in which a beautiful young woman named Gabbeh springs to life from an image in an heirloom gabbeh carpet.

Recipe: Kubideh Kabab - Ground Meat Kababs

Anonymous — Thu, 04 Nov 2004 15:48:39 +0000

Serves 6 2 pounds lamb with a little fat, ground or processed until very smooth 2 medium onions, grated 2 eggs, beaten 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon pepper 1/2 teaspoon...

Film Review: The Color of Paradise

Anonymous — Wed, 29 Nov 2006 18:43:48 +0000

With its heart-wrenching story and its sympathetic characters, in a panoramic setting with specially enhanced sound effects, The Color of Paradise has been a favorite at film festivals around the world. A praiseworthy work that has earned its place in the archives of international film.

Recipe: Dolmeh-yeh Barg-e Mow - Stuffed Grape Leaves

Anonymous — Thu, 04 Nov 2004 15:52:39 +0000

Serves about 6 1 pound jar grape leaves or fresh grape leaves 1 pound lamb, ground or cut into very small pieces 1 cup rice, rinsed 2 medium onions, very finely chopped 2 medium tomatoes, finely...

Recipe: Chicken Kabab

Anonymous — Thu, 04 Nov 2004 15:50:34 +0000

Serves 6 2 pounds de-boned chicken, cut into 1 1/2 inch cubes 2 medium onions, grated 4 tablespoons lemon juice 1 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon pepper 1 teaspoon marjoram 1/8 teaspoon saffron, diluted...

Recipe: Abgousht - Beef Stew

Anonymous — Thu, 04 Nov 2004 16:02:08 +0000

Serves 6 to 8 1 cup chickpeas, soaked overnight in water, diluted with 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 cup white beans, soaked overnight in water, diluted with 1/4 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 pound of beef,...

Recipe: Apricot Chicken Pilaf

Anonymous — Sat, 24 Jul 2010 15:40:58 +0000

This one-dish meal is a sweetly savory delight. The chicken, although simple, is moist and tender. Orange juice, lemon zest, and dried apricots bring their fruity essence to the dish, as whole cinnamon, cardamom pods, and bay leaves add their spicy aromas, with toasted almonds for texture.