Celebrate Iranian Heritage

Miami is known for its intellectual buffet of Cuban, South American, and Haitian culture. But if you’re looking to whet your appetite for something different, point your compass farther east today and visit the sixth annual Iranian Festival of South Florida. The Persian-theme party offers Middle Eastern food, music, art,...

By Carl Jones

November 9, 2006

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Miami is known for its intellectual buffet of Cuban, South American, and Haitian culture. But if you’re looking to whet your appetite for something different, point your compass farther east today and visit the sixth annual Iranian Festival of South Florida. The Persian-theme party offers Middle Eastern food, music, art, and dance for your enjoyment and edification. Iranian artists Pouya and the Silk Road Dance Troupe will present the new and old in music and dance, while authentic art and poetry soothe your eyes and soul. You can spare your nervous system from another dose of café cubano with a cup of Persian tea, or dive headfirst into the whole experience via a plate of grub from local Middle Eastern restaurants. If you’re looking for a permanent memento, drop some cash and pick up an authentic Persian rug from the Amini Rug Gallery of Las Olas. There’s even a special area to broaden your little one’s horizons. The fete takes place from 11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. at the Tina Hills Pavilion at Bayfront Park, 301 Biscayne Blvd., Miami. Admission is free. Call 305-331-3454, or visit www.iranianfestival.org.
Sat., Nov. 11

Carl Jones

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