Celebrate Nowruz with Sanctuary Kitchen! Nowruz, or “new day” in Persian, is an ancient festival that marks the beginning of spring and celebrates the rebirth of nature. Chef Dariush Rose, a refugee from Iran and chef-owner of Green Leaf Catering, will share the significance Nowruz and of the ceremonial table known as the haftseen, and provide a tasting and cooking demonstration of his Iranian delicacies.

Guests will get to know Chef Dariush, and learn about culinary background and inspiration, and his experiences as a refugees in Connecticut.