Iran Persian Lemon and Rose Water “Sundae” with Sour Cherry Syrup Faluda

One of the most refreshing desserts ever to grace a barbecue is faluda (aka faludeh). I first sampled it at a Persian restaurant in New York. Faluda also turns up in Afghanistan, where it is made with fresh mountain snow. It belongs to a large family of Asian frozen desserts that include Indian kulfi and Turkish sorpa (sorbet). The Persian version offers the haunting flavors of sour cherry syrup and rose water. But what really sets faluda apart is t