Mississauga

Parsis are a Zoroastrian community descended from Persians who migrated from Persia around 7th century, with most settling on the west coast of India. Over the past 1300 years, while it has adopted many Indian culinary ingredients and techniques, Parsi food has remained a unique regional cuisine that still echos flavours and techniques from ancient Persia. Niloufer Mavalvala is the award-winning author of several books on Parsi cooking, and our guide this evening she shares her home with us for an intimate cooking demonstration and family style meal of traditional Parsi dishes, along with stories about the food and Parsi culture. This is a unique opportunity to dive into a rare and fascinating culinary tradition and learn about Parsi culture, traditions, customs, and heritage. This special meal is one of six annual Ghambars - seasonal Zoroastrian festivals celebrating nature’s blessings and the creation of the world through communal feasting and sharing. The emphasis of the Ghambar is on gratitude, the spirit of community, a sense of belonging and, most importantly, the ideal of equality despite one’s class or financial status.