LiT Team

5 Best Burger Places in North Tehran
Five well-established burger joints in north Tehran, from charcoal-grilled classics to American-style diners.

Best Car Rental Companies in Tehran
Which companies to use to rent a car in Tehran, what documents and deposit you need, and when a car with a driver makes…

Things to Know About Iran’s Mobile Phone Registry Scheme
What Iran’s mobile phone registry means for visitors and residents, from the 30-day grace period to registering and buying used phones.

Kebab Mania: Doner Garden in Tehran
A review of Doner Garden, the north Tehran restaurant serving Turkish-style doner kebab, wraps and falafel.

Where to Buy Furniture in Tehran
A guide to Tehran’s furniture markets, from the vast Yaftabad district to upmarket showrooms and second-hand dealers.

Best Chinese Restaurants in Tehran
Where to eat Chinese food in Tehran, from long-standing classics to authentic spots run by the Chinese community.

Negotiating with Iranian business partners
Doing business and negotiating with Iranians is much like elsewhere in the world — it’s a tough sell. Everybody has a bottom line to…

Tehran’s International School Guide: Italian School
A parent’s guide to the Pietro Della Valle Italian School in Farmanieh, from nursery to liceo scientifico.

Guide to Top Tehran Football Teams
Who’s who in Tehran football, from the Persepolis-Esteghlal derby to Paykan and the lower leagues, plus tips for going to a match.

Escape to the Country: Visit Lavasan
A guide to Lavasan, Tehran’s mountain getaway, with its villages, hiking trails, orchards and the Latyan Dam.










