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The History Of Tahdig

Episode 37 of the Sprung On Food podcast, hosted by Katherine Sprung, titled "The History Of Tahdig" was published on October 14, 2025 and runs 27 minutes.

October 14, 2025 ·27m · Sprung On Food

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Summary

Join host Kae Sprung on Sprung on Food as she dives deep into the crispy, golden world of tahdig with actor, writer, and comedian Ruha Taslimi. Discover the history, techniques, and cultural significance behind Iran's beloved crispy rice. From family traditions to modern-day adaptations, this episode is a delicious journey through one of Persian cuisine's most treasured creations. Don't miss the laughter, insights, and the ultimate guide to making the perfect tahdig!You can follow and support Ruha Taslimi here:https://www.ruhataslimi.com/https://www.instagram.com/ruhataslimi See behind the scenes photos and video here: http://instagram.com/sprungonfood Check back for new episodes, and make sure to also subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@iamsprungYou can also learn more and follow Kae Sprung here:Website: http://katherinesprung.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamsprung TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@iamsprung Looking for tools and resources to help make your own podcast? I recommend Riverside and Descript. You can find links below to sign up*:Riverside: https://www.riverside.fm/?utm_campaign=campaign_5&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_source=rewardful&via=katherine-sprung Descript: https://get.descript.com/nm1frs9a38kg About the show:Sprung On Food is a digital and podcast series, hosted by Katherine "Kae" Sprung, an award-winning pastry chef and food and media entrepreneur. This season, we're talking about favorite foods- the history behind them and the role they play in the world today. Each episode features a special guest to talk about their favorite food, and help comment on the historical origins and pop-cultural and modern society moments tied to that food. Its food history meets food pop-culture, a dose of education, with sprinkles of comedy.*Please note that I'm an affiliate and might receive a commission from the links. If you plan on signing up for either app, please consider using the link to help support a fellow creator!00:00 Introduction to Tahdig00:16 Guest Introduction: Ruha Taslimi00:28 Ruha's Love for Tahdig02:28 Making Tahdig: Techniques and Variations06:07 The Cultural Significance of Tahdig11:14 Historical Origins of Tahdig20:29 Tahdig in Modern Pop Culture27:00 Conclusion and Farewell

Episode Description

Join host Kae Sprung on Sprung on Food as she dives deep into the crispy, golden world of tahdig with actor, writer, and comedian Ruha Taslimi. Discover the history, techniques, and cultural significance behind Iran's beloved crispy rice. From family traditions to modern-day adaptations, this episode is a delicious journey through one of Persian cuisine's most treasured creations. Don't miss the laughter, insights, and the ultimate guide to making the perfect tahdig!


You can follow and support Ruha Taslimi here:

https://www.ruhataslimi.com/

https://www.instagram.com/ruhataslimi


See behind the scenes photos and video here: http://instagram.com/sprungonfood


Check back for new episodes, and make sure to also subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@iamsprung


You can also learn more and follow Kae Sprung here:
Website: http://katherinesprung.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamsprung
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@iamsprung


Looking for tools and resources to help make your own podcast? I recommend Riverside and Descript. You can find links below to sign up*:
Riverside: https://www.riverside.fm/?utm_campaign=campaign_5&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_source=rewardful&via=katherine-sprung
Descript: https://get.descript.com/nm1frs9a38kg


About the show:
Sprung On Food is a digital and podcast series, hosted by Katherine "Kae" Sprung, an award-winning pastry chef and food and media entrepreneur. This season, we're talking about favorite foods- the history behind them and the role they play in the world today. Each episode features a special guest to talk about their favorite food, and help comment on the historical origins and pop-cultural and modern society moments tied to that food. Its food history meets food pop-culture, a dose of education, with sprinkles of comedy.


*Please note that I'm an affiliate and might receive a commission from the links. If you plan on signing up for either app, please consider using the link to help support a fellow creator!



00:00 Introduction to Tahdig
00:16 Guest Introduction: Ruha Taslimi
00:28 Ruha's Love for Tahdig
02:28 Making Tahdig: Techniques and Variations
06:07 The Cultural Significance of Tahdig
11:14 Historical Origins of Tahdig
20:29 Tahdig in Modern Pop Culture
27:00 Conclusion and Farewell

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