Eid Al-Fitr: Celebrating Joy, Unity, and Renewal

The Arabic phrase “festival of breaking of the fast” is Eid-Al-Fitr, or just Eid as it is most often known. It occurs in the month of Shawwal and is the most significant religious event in the Islamic calendar.

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After a month of fasting, Eid is incomplete without an abundance of delicious treats. If you happen to be in the vicinity, we have compiled a list of Must-Try Iranian Eid Foods.

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