Persian Love Cake
Exploring the Origins of the Persian Love Cake The Persian Love Cake is a dessert shrouded in rich legends and romantic tales, each with its own unique charm. One popular theory traces its roots to a Portuguese dessert known as "Bolo di Amor," or Portuguese Love Cake. According to this story, the cake recipe was brought to Sri Lanka during the 16th century. Over time, it evolved into a semolina-based cake, commonly enjoyed during the Christmas season in Sri Lankan households. Another tale speaks of a young Persian woman who fell deeply in love with a prince. To win his…
