As the Jewish holidays of Purim and Nowruz approach, the kitchens of many Persian families come alive with the delicious aromas of a beloved tradition: halva. For the Sassouni family, this sweet treat ...

If you didn’t grow up eating halva, the food item might be a mystery. But this simple confection is a treat to eat straight—it almost has the texture of fudge—or it can elevate other desserts, from ...