A good place to start
Look for dishes such as qabuli palaw or mantu if offered, and ask how a mixed order is best shared.
What to compare
- Rice or dumpling dishes
- Sharing portions and accompaniments
Make one part of the meal new
Keep a favourite dish or familiar ingredient, then try something different alongside it. Ask about unfamiliar ingredients, sharing portions and dietary needs. Menu examples are starting points for a conversation; check what the restaurant actually serves.
Something else to discover
Persian food
Persian and Iranian menus can introduce rice preparations, stews and grilled dishes.
Cuban food
Cuban food can introduce rice dishes, slow-cooked meals and distinctive sandwiches.