D.C.’s Search for the Next Steve Jobs & Other Artistic Pursuits
A review of Capitol PechaKucha, where Washington D.C.’s creative thinkers, fashion lovers and artists converge to foster creative growth.
‘Shahs of Sunset’ reality show: Is this what Iranian-Americans are like?
California‘s Iranian-American community is getting its very own reality TV show – exposing millions of viewers to the culture, trials, and antics of six Iranian-American men and women who either […]
‘A Separation’ probes Iranians’ conflicted love for their country, says director
Interview with Oscar-winning director Asghar Farhadi. Using a failing marriage as a metaphor, the acclaimed film ‘A Separation’ juxtaposes Iranians’ great love for their country with growing despair that they […]
Peru Celebrates its Cuisine
Peruvian cooking boasts a unique fusion of Spanish, Chinese, Japanese, Italian, African, Andean, and native American influences. Read my story, reported from Lima, here.
In Tehran, Afghan refugee children find joy and dignity in theater [video]
Interview with Iranian-American filmmaker Saba Farmanara, whose documentary “No Lips, No Laughter,” provides an inspirational account of how art has helped a small theater troupe of young refugees define their individuality and find hope […]