What do you give for Iranian new year?

Customarily, the most common Nowruz gifts are money, gold coins, sweets, and flowers. If you’re going on a Nowruz party, all of these gifts would be appropriate, as well as other simple things such as candles (since they celebrate with fire) and pendants, paintings, or decorative items with Persian symbols and poetry.

What should I bring to a Persian new year?

The Persian New Year is a time for visiting friends and family. Have pastries, candies, fruit, tea, and cookies on hand, as well as tea and sherbet. Nuts and dried fruit are also appropriate. You can buy many of these items if you’re not much of a cook!

How do you wish an Iranian Happy New Year?

You have to say عید شما مبارک to wish Happy New Year in Farsi.

What gifts are appropriate or inappropriate in Iran?

Sweets and flowers are popular gift choices and always apologise for the inadequacy of the gift (taarof). Talking up your own gift could cause it to be declined; you must also be careful about praising any possession if you interact with an Iranian or visit their home.

What should I bring to a Persian party?

Bring a gift You may want to bring something small, like a dessert or bottle of wine – if they drink! Some other gifts might be something small like a dessert dish or candle set. Your host may refuse.

What do Iranians eat on New Years?

Iranians typically either eat Sabzi Polo Mahi or Reshteh Polo on New Years Eve and/or New Years Day. Consequently, the choice comes down to what region of Iran your family is from. Additionally, Kuku Sabzi is another light meal choice on the Nowruz feast spread of some families.

How do you respond to Happy Nowruz?

5 Answers. It’s a matter of taste. The most common reply is an echo of “Happy New Year”, but often one will hear “And (also) to you!” In the interest of being different, I usually reply “Nifty New Year to you.”

What can I bring to Iran?

Check out our list of the best souvenirs to buy from Iran to bring a part of this unforgettable country back home with you.

• Handmade Cloths. Handmade cloths in Iran vary depending on the city you are visiting.
• Giveh.
• Sweets, nuts, and spices for the foodie.
• Home furnishings.
• Minakari.
• Khâtamkâri.
• Ceramics and pottery.
• Tea set.