Armenian-Iranian cultural culinary festival kicks off

The third edition of the NAVASARD Festival, a celebration of the longstanding friendship between Iran and Armenia, kicked off in the Armenian town of Sisian on August 10.
The festival, themed “Culture, Tourism, Culinary, and Handicrafts,” brings together cultural and artistic figures from both countries, Mehr News Agency reported.
“This festival plays a significant role in strengthening the cultural and tourism bonds between our two nations,” said Mekhak Apresyan, Head of the Armenian Tourism Federation. “We are grateful for the unwavering support of the Iranian Embassy in Yerevan and the Iran Consulate General in Kapan.”
The festival features a wide range of events, including a culinary competition between Iranian and Armenian chefs, showcasing the rich and diverse cuisines of both countries. Over 20 chefs from each country will participate in the contest.
The festival also includes cultural performances, with artistic groups from Tehran, Isfahan, Hamedan, Tabriz, and Khuzestan showcasing the diverse cultural and artistic traditions of Iran. There will also be exhibitions of Iranian handicrafts and traditional music performances.
“This festival is a valuable opportunity for mutual understanding and appreciation of our cultures and traditions,” said Iran’s Cultural Attaché Mohammad Asadi-Movahed. “We are pleased to partner with the Armenian Tourism Federation and grateful for the support of the Iran Consulate General in Kapan and the Iranian Embassy in Yerevan in making this event a success.”
The annual festival is expected to attract widespread interest from the Armenian public and media.
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