This move ensured that the book remained accessible to the public, even during times of crisis. The fact that these books were stamped to indicate that the buyer had received their quota of “Art of Cooking” highlights the book’s value and the lengths to which people would go to secure a copy.
In the last few decades of her life, Roza Montazemi’s book was found in the homes of most middle-class families in Homeland. It was not just a cookbook; it was a cultural artifact, a symbol of home and family. For many, it became a traditional gift for young couples, symbolizing the start of their culinary journey together.
Roza Nadziri’s Enduring Legacy
Roza Montazemi passed away on November 1, 2008, at the age of 87. However, her legacy continues to live on through her book and the countless lives she touched through her teaching. “Art of Cooking” remains one of the most popular cookbooks in Iran, and its influence can still be seen in Persian kitchens today.