Real Kabob Journal

Persian food, kabob craft and San Jose stories.

Guides, recipes and tips from Uncle Ray's kitchen on Almaden Expy.

Where to Find the Best Persian Food in San Jose

Looking for authentic Persian kabob in the South Bay? Here's what makes the Almaden Persian Mediterranean grill scene worth the drive.

Koobideh is the soul of Persian grilling. Learn how it's made, what to eat it with, and why ours has fans across the Bay Area.

From flame-grilled kabob to Shirazi salad, here's where San Jose locals eat halal — and what to order when you get there.

Planning a wedding, corporate lunch or birthday? Here's how to cater Persian food the right way for 10, 50 or 200 guests.

Skip the bland chicken-and-rice routine. Persian meal prep gives you flame-grilled flavor with macros that work for leaning or bulking.

Why does Persian saffron rice taste so different? It comes down to soaking, par-boiling and tahdig. Here's a peek behind the curtain.

The case for chicken thigh kabob — juicier, more flavorful and more forgiving on the grill. Plus how we marinate ours.

If you live or work near Almaden, here are the takeout spots locals actually rely on — including a few hidden gems.

Persian cuisine is more vegetable-forward than people realize. Here's what to order if you're vegan, vegetarian, or just eating lighter.

How a family Persian recipe became a South Bay institution — and why being women-owned, halal and locally rooted still matters.