Breakfast provides quick and easy fuel to start the day

After a good night’s rest, your body needs fuel to kick-start the day. Everyone should make breakfast a habit, especially children. It provides energy throughout the day and improves your ability to concentrate.
Recipe: Lubia Pilau
You may have tried a pilau at an Indian restaurant or at home, but this one has an Iranian twist to it. Lean lamb and green beans are layered with aromatic saffron rice and sliced potatoes. A perfect dish for entertaining or to serve as a family meal.Recipe: Honey baked salmon
You can prepare this dish in the same amount of time as it takes to lay the table — literally 5 minutes! The salmon is smothered in an aromatic mixture of honey, fresh garlic and ginger, soy sauce, coarse grain mustard, and balsamic vinegar. Serve on a bed of brown rice, with a crisp green salad, and for that really special occasion, partner it up with asparagus tips.Five ways to look after your heart

Valentine's Day or not, looking after your heart is especially important for South Asians — particularly men — who are more at risk of heart disease than the wider population. However, there are many ways you can protect your heart whilst still enjoying delicious traditional home cooking.
Recipe: Olavieh Salad
Fancy something Middle Eastern tonight? Then have a go at this delicious and satisfying salad. Shredded chicken with creamy mashed potato and egg, smothered in a mayonnaise, olive and garlic dressing.











