Eat a Persian feast to ring in spring. Nowruz, or Iranian New Year, began Thursday — coinciding with the first day of spring. But it lasts for another several days, so you can still celebrate with these 18 great recipes, including joojeh kebab and morgh zaferani (saffron chicken).
Read Meltdown by Duncan Mavin. From harbouring Nazi gold to facilitating drug money laundering, Credit Suisse did a lot of shady things before collapsing in 2023. It’s all covered in this juicy account of a pillar of global banking paying the piper for years of bad behaviour.
Watch The Residence on Netflix. This new mystery series has an irresistible hook: a murder happens at the White House during a state dinner and only the world’s best detective can solve the crime! The show also features a stacked cast led by Emmy winner Uzo Aduba.
Listen to For Melancholy Brunettes (& Sad Women) by Japanese Breakfast. Musician (and bestselling author) Michelle Zauner’s newest album is her most ornate and lush project yet under her edible moniker. A moody listen perfect for deep daydreaming.—QH