Though Persian love cake is perfect for serving on Valentine's Day, it doesn't actually have ties to this holiday. The origins of the recipe are subject to debate. Some people tell a story of a young ...

Take a scroll through the hashtag #PersianLoveCake on Instagram, and you’ll find almost 2,000 pink and green creations, each more fantastical than the last. Baked with rosewater and cardamom, and ...

You have reached your maximum number of saved items. Remove items from your saved list to add more. This chocolate variation of Persian love cake is simple, decadent and infinitely romantic. Be warned ...

Delicious family dishes that will win over all your loved ones on Valentine’s Day, in our second extract from Anne Shooter’s new book There are various versions of the story behind this traditional ...

Plus a Persian love cake scented with almonds, cardamom and rose water, and blanketed with a lemony icing. By Mia Leimkuhler Ali Slagle’s miso-Parmesan noodle soup for one.Credit...Johnny Miller for ...