A dish that tells its story — Baghali Polo reviewed

You can taste history in Baghali Polo if you know what to look for. the sofreh spread on the floor is the traditional Iranian dining setting. The sweet-sour with pomegranate character reflects those layers — barberries doesn't appear by accident; it came from a specific tradition.

The a communal sofreh tablecloth feast setting made sense of it. You understand the food differently when the context is right. doogh yoghurt drink alongside is part of that story. Some food is just fuel. Baghali Polo, properly made, is something more. This version told the story well.