Jonathan Simkhai

Jonathan Simkhai

Jonathan Simkhai Established in 2010, the Jonathan Simkhai brand provides luxury ready-to-wear for the modern woman. Jonathan Simkhai is a Los Angeles-based designer and a 2015 winner of the prestigious CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund. Jonathan Simkhai   Summer 2022...
Gondi (Persian Meatballs)

Gondi (Persian Meatballs)

Gondi (Persian Meatballs) There is a Gondi recipe in my new cookbook, Persian Delicacies. Here is an alternate, more authentic recipe for Gondi (Meatballs with chickpea flour). My family usually serves Gondi as an appetizer for special occasions and Friday night...
Chocolate Chip Scones

Chocolate Chip Scones

Chocolate Chip Scones These delicious scones are not too sweet and are a great treat any time of the day. Ingredients: 1/2 cup sugar 3 cups bread flour 1 teaspoon Kosher salt 1 cup chocolate chips (may substitute 1 cup berries) 2 1/2 cups heavy cream Directions: 1 –...
Chocolate Brownie

Chocolate Brownie

Chocolate Brownie Adapted from Jamie Oliver’s recipe – I substituted monk fruit for castor sugar and reduced the amount of butter by half. Ingredients: 10 ounces Dark chocolate chunks 1/2 stick (4 ounces butter) 4 eggs, room temperature 2 Tablespoons monk fruit 2...
Cashew Cream with Herbs

Cashew Cream with Herbs

Cashew Cream with Herbs Cashew cream is a great alternative to dairy dips and sauces. It can be used as a topping for pasta, fish or vegetables. Soak the cashews before blending them to remove the lectins. You can substitute any fresh herbs you like or omit them if...