I loved Sharifeh's food and grew up with it. She was an artist at work when she cooked. Fearless. If something didn't turn out they way she wanted she would start over from scratch a few hours before her guests show up. I love that about her. Thank you for this tribute. She loved you dearly and always talked about you.
Thank you so much Evan for this beautiful tribute. I was witness growing up that everything my mom touched looked different and tasted different. She had a love relationship with everything she did. Even if I was the only person visiting, she would set the table with the same beautiful touch and care she would give to a house filled with guests.she was a very special and strong woman.
How wonderful to have such a dear mentor and friend. I think there's nothing like learning at the heels of someone who's passionate about what they're doing...and she was clearly passionate!
I never met your mentor but I have admired Najmeh Batmanglij ever since first meeting her in Washington, DC., many years ago. Her food is spectacular and your article is a delight.
Beautiful, Evan. Sharifeh's cheerful personality and her attention to—and care for—others is unforgettable. I’m lucky to have met her, and her husband, and their amazing family in the 80s. At a dinner at the Saee’s I learned that the golden crispy rice on the bottom of the pan is coveted, and they encouraged me to take that part. Delicious! They changed(ing) my life for the better in many ways—in part through wonderful people I’ve met through them. Like meeting Evan in the 80s when I worked for Michele. Evan was so kind and helpful to me then—with cooking and with life—a wonderful friend. Thank you for then, and now for this opportunity to say something here. Perhaps, being kind—like Evan and Sharifeh—underlies the ability to create and give amazing food; and Michele’s kindness is in his amazing architecture--he can cook too! Sharifeh’s family is full of generous and lovely people. Thanks to them, LA and the world is better off
Hi Evan unrelated question for you. Heading to the DTLA Jewelry mart with ladies from OC. What are your favorite spots for lunch in that area or DTLA in general. Appreciate your help.😢
I loved Sharifeh's food and grew up with it. She was an artist at work when she cooked. Fearless. If something didn't turn out they way she wanted she would start over from scratch a few hours before her guests show up. I love that about her. Thank you for this tribute. She loved you dearly and always talked about you.
Thank you so much Evan for this beautiful tribute. I was witness growing up that everything my mom touched looked different and tasted different. She had a love relationship with everything she did. Even if I was the only person visiting, she would set the table with the same beautiful touch and care she would give to a house filled with guests.she was a very special and strong woman.
Beautiful tribute.
Lovely.
A truly moving tribute, Evan. Thanks also for drawing attention to the death of Mahsa Amini, the plight of Iranian women and how we can help.
Lovely tribute — May her memory be a blessing…
How wonderful to have such a dear mentor and friend. I think there's nothing like learning at the heels of someone who's passionate about what they're doing...and she was clearly passionate!
What a lovely tribute. I feel as though this as a personal introduction to a passionate cook!. Thank you! you
I have tears.
Lovely story and tribute.
Absolutely. Soulful and passionate.
A lovey tribute Evan. What a remarkable woman.
I never met your mentor but I have admired Najmeh Batmanglij ever since first meeting her in Washington, DC., many years ago. Her food is spectacular and your article is a delight.
Wonderful remembrance of an inspire woman!
Beautiful, Evan. Sharifeh's cheerful personality and her attention to—and care for—others is unforgettable. I’m lucky to have met her, and her husband, and their amazing family in the 80s. At a dinner at the Saee’s I learned that the golden crispy rice on the bottom of the pan is coveted, and they encouraged me to take that part. Delicious! They changed(ing) my life for the better in many ways—in part through wonderful people I’ve met through them. Like meeting Evan in the 80s when I worked for Michele. Evan was so kind and helpful to me then—with cooking and with life—a wonderful friend. Thank you for then, and now for this opportunity to say something here. Perhaps, being kind—like Evan and Sharifeh—underlies the ability to create and give amazing food; and Michele’s kindness is in his amazing architecture--he can cook too! Sharifeh’s family is full of generous and lovely people. Thanks to them, LA and the world is better off
Hi Evan unrelated question for you. Heading to the DTLA Jewelry mart with ladies from OC. What are your favorite spots for lunch in that area or DTLA in general. Appreciate your help.😢