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A table of Persian dishes arranged for a photo at Arya Steakhouse in Palo Alto. Photo by Seeger Gray.

Nowruz, the spring holiday also known as Persian New Year, translates to “new day,” and falls on the Northern Hemisphere’s vernal equinox, around March 20. 

Dating back thousands of years, the ancient festival is celebrated by many across Iran, Central Asia and all over the world, including on the Peninsula. It’s a time that honors hope and fresh beginnings, even as upheaval and conflict in Iran likely weigh on the minds of community members this year. 

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Karla is an assistant lifestyle editor with Embarcadero Media, working on arts and features coverage.