Salads and starters. A carefree childhood
Soups and ashes. The pointed gun
Kukus. The immigrant life
Vegetable dishes. An American identity
Rice dishes. The open door
Khoreshes. Embracing the apron
Kababs, burgers, and fish. The therapist within
Desserts. The Caspian chef
Beverages. The weight of hope
Epilogue. American cuisine.