On the eve of Novruz, the ancient spring holiday symbolizing renewal and abundance, markets across Azerbaijan were, as always, crowded. Families moved from stall to stall, selecting dried fruits, nuts, rice, and sweets—the essential ingredients of a traditional festive table steeped in custom. Yet this year, the ritual was accompanied by a sharper awareness of cost. The price of assembling a traditional Novruz table has risen significant...

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