The first day of spring is also Nowruz, Persian New Year. So on Sunday, Dave and I went to Ram & Shima’s pad for a festive get-together! There were cookies, and sweet treats, wine and mimosas. We chatted and laughed and had dinner. It was a lot of fun and a great way to welcome the new season.
The best thing, though, (you know, besides all the sweets) was the New Year’s Table that Ram & Shima had set up. Each item on the table had a different symbolic meaning, whether it be life (goldfish), patience (vinegar), or wealth (coins). It was very cool. I like symbolism, it speaks to the deeper meanings of life and the emotional needs of the soul. But that’s a post for another day.
So Happy Spring, everyone! If your March came in like a lion, may it go out like a lamb.
I had no idea about the Persian New Year – how fun. The table looks lovely — and those Crate and Barrel plates? you have nerves of steel. They’re adorable. But maybe you’ll find them on ebay in a year or so for like, a quarter of the price……
Cool, I learned something new today.
wow, looks delicious – what a great spread. I never knew such a thing existed either!