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Max Hoberman

Max Hoberman

Austin, Texas, USA

Founder/CEO @ Certain Affinity. Board Member @ Planted Society. Born on "The Farm," lifelong vegetarian. Author of "Extinction Sequence" (Sci-Fi) and "Verdant Table" (Persian Vegetarian Cookbook). Wildlife photographer & Halo veteran.

Kashk-e Bādemjān [Eggplant & Whey Dip]

Kashk-e Bādemjān [Eggplant & Whey Dip]

A rich, pan-fried eggplant mash anchored by the sharp, fermented tang of *kashk*. Sweet caramelized onions and a hot mint oil finish provide contrast to this dense, creamy centerpiece.

Āsh-e Jo [Barley Pottage| vegan option]

Āsh-e Jo [Barley Pottage| vegan option]

One of the most ancient of all Persian *āsh*, a rustic winter comfort food. The foundation is slow-cooked barley, which gives the stew a thick, porridge-like consistency.

Shōleh Zard [Saffron Rice Pudding | vegan]

Shōleh Zard [Saffron Rice Pudding | vegan]

A beautiful dairy-free saffron rice pudding with deep spiritual and cultural significance, relying on the slow, meditative melting of rice and sugar into a golden centerpiece.

Bāghālī Ghātogh [Lima Beans & Dill | vegan option]

Bāghālī Ghātogh [Lima Beans & Dill | vegan option]

A beloved dish from the Caspian coast that defies common morning logic. This fragrant, garlic-infused stew transforms humble beans and eggs into an addictive breakfast. Its unique character is built on a heavy saturation of dill and a surprising traditional regional pairing.