March 12, 6:00 P.M. Books and Bites: Celebrating Women in Iranian Cuisine with Roya Shariat, Nasim Alikhani, and Nilou Motamed

A Conversation and Bites with The Author of Maman and Me, and Chef of Sofreh, and Television Personality

25 11th Ave, New York, NY 10011, USA

Join us for an intimate and inspiring conversation with Roya Shariat, author of Maman and Me: Recipes from Our Iranian American Family, and Nasim Alikahani, the James Beard Award nominated chef of Sofreh and author of the Sofreh cookbook.
In this special event moderated by magazine editor and television personality Nilou Motamed, Roya and Nasim will share personal reflections on how their families influenced their culinary journeys, how women have been the backbone of preserving and transforming Iranian food culture, and the ways in which their own experiences—both in Iran and in the diaspora—have shaped their understanding of food, memory, and identity.
This conversation will offer a unique window into the rich, complex tapestry of Iranian food and the women who sustain and elevate it. Bites from the books will be served and copies of Maman and Me and Sofreh will be available for purchase and signing. 

General Admission: $45 

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Tickets to events held at Platform at Pier 57 by the James Beard Foundation cover the cost of food, education and a unique dining experience. Meals are prepared by culinary masters from all regions of the United States and around the world. Unless otherwise stated, alcoholic beverages are provided on a complimentary basis and are not included in the ticket price.

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All reservations are non-refundable and must be made in advance. Should the event be cancelled due to any unforeseen circumstances, including COVID-19, JBF will offer a range of options, including ticket exchanges, the option to donate tickets, or a full refund. For more information, contact platformbyjbf@jamesbeard.org.

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James Beard Foundation events permit guests age 21 years and older to attend events where alcoholic beverages are served. 

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Events at Platform by JBF are special one-night-only menus and we do not offer a la carte menus. If you have serious food allergies, we will work with the visiting chef team to do our best to accommodate but cannot guarantee that alternate options will be available for every course.