Uploaded May 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
The Haft-sin is a tradition for many who celebrate the Persian New Year — or Nowruz — across the diaspora. The table holds seven representative elements of life, such as lentil sprouts, a red apple and hyacinth flowers. This year as war brings ambiguity for Iranian families everywhere, it’s especially important to embrace their cultural practices and welcome joy wherever possible.
Producer: Noor Haghighi
Videographer: Noor Haghighi
Editor: Noor Haghighi
The Haft-sin is a tradition for many who celebrate the Persian New Year — or Nowruz — across the diaspora. The table holds seven representative elements of life, such as lentil sprouts, a red apple and hyacinth flowers. This year as war brings ambiguity for Iranian families everywhere, it’s especially important to embrace their cultural practices and welcome joy wherever possible.
Producer: Noor Haghighi
Videographer: Noor Haghighi
Editor: Noor Haghighi










