Red Pepper, White Bean, and Feta Soup - an accidental recipe
Sometimes recipes happen by accident. Such is the case of this Red Pepper, White Bean, and Feta Soup. Doug and I were invited to our friend's home for dinner, so I offered to bring an appetizer dip. I...
View ArticleAvocado-Pistachio-Arugula Salad with Lemon-Dijon Vinaigrette
The wrath of Mother Nature has been felt in many parts of the world recently. Sadly, wild fires, earthquakes, hurricanes and floods have ravaged numerous areas and have affected millions of people. A...
View ArticleGhapama! Jingyalov Hats! It’s time to make and share these two Armenian...
On Sunday, October 29th, following Divine Liturgy at St. David Armenian Church in Boca Raton, FL, Ghapama (stuffed, baked pumpkin), Jingyalov Hats (lavash bread stuffed with herbs and cooked on a...
View ArticleKeebah, a Dikranagerdtsi Delight!
My aunt, Zabelle Dabbakian-Keil I’ve been having an e-discussion about my paternal grandmother’s keebah dish with my aunt Zabelle (affectionately known as Zippi), the last remaining relative from my...
View ArticleA Lesson in Mahlab (Mahleb)
Many don’t know what MAHLAB is, so I’ll clue you in. Jar of Mahlab purchased in a Middle Eastern store. From Left to Right: Whole mahlab kernels, finely ground mahlab; less-fine particles of ground...
View ArticleLayered Middle Eastern Mazza (Salad) by Christine Datian
When it comes to cooking, Christine Datian has a way of creating recipes that pleases one’s senses. It’s been said that one ‘eats with their eyes’, meaning that if food is appealing to the eye, one is...
View ArticleThree Thanksgiving recipes - so very easy!
We’re getting ready for Thanksgiving- just as millions of other Americans are doing this weekend. Ours will be very intimate this year – just 3 of us; no hoopla, just good company, food, and loving...
View ArticlePost Thanksgiving Turkey Vegetable Soup
In the style of our forefathers – rather fore-mothers, we are not ones to waste any portion of an animal product. That said, here’s what became of our Thanksgiving turkey, once carved: Even before our...
View ArticleArmenian Chicken, Rice and Lemon Soup from Christine Datian
The Armenian Kitchen has posted countless soup recipes over the years. Just type the word ‘soup’ in our search bar and you’ll see what I mean. Christine Datian’s latest recipe in The Armenian...
View ArticleAlmond - Pine Nut Cookies
Christmas is right around the corner! It’s time to dust-off your baking sheets and crank-up your ovens. This recipe is slightly adapted from one offered by my local grocer. It’s pretty easy to do –...
View ArticleBulgur - Beef Burgers topped with Vegetables By Christine Vartanian Datian
Christine Datian's Bulgur-Beef-Vegetable Burger This is NOT your ordinary burger. Christine Datian has transformed what could have been an ordinary burger into a veritable feast! With the addition of...
View ArticleIt’s not too late to make these sweet treats for Christmas!
Christmastime conjures up images of tables filled with beautifully adorned cookies, candies and sweets. Over the years, The Armenian Kitchen has posted a fair share of specialty desserts suitable for...
View ArticleIt’s time to revisit two traditional Armenian recipes for the New Year!
Sonia Tashjian has been a contributor and friend to The Armenian Kitchen for many years. Today, I am re-posting two of her special recipes which are traditionally served in celebration of the New...
View ArticleLamb Meatballs with Pomegranate Glaze - a tasty holiday appetizer!
Armenian Christmas is almost here! Two recipes which are must-haves for Armenian Christmas Eve and Armenian Christmas Day include Nevik (spelling varies!) and Anoush Abour. Nevik, an Armenian...
View ArticleBraised Lamb Shanks with Vegetables
We’re finding it harder and harder to find American lamb. So when Doug and I were strolling through the meat department at BJ’s, we were delighted to see various forms of American lamb – ground,...
View ArticleI was wrong in thinking a bit of bad news would spoil my appetite for dolma....
I’ve been slacking in my consumption of Armenian coffee lately, so I’m moving slowly. That’s the best excuse I have for not writing sooner about Azerbaijan’s claim to victory over Armenia in the quest...
View ArticleSt. Sarkis Day - Armenia’s version of St. Valentine’s Day
St. Sarkis Day is this Saturday, January 27! Not familiar with this celebration? It’s Valentine’s Day -Armenia style. Click here to read all about St. Sarkis, the warrior, and a special tradition...
View ArticleArmenian Dancing and Armenian Eating - Sounds like a winning combo to me!
Before you know it, Lent will be here. This year it begins on Monday, February 12th in the Armenian Church. While New Orleans hosts their world-famous Mardi Gras with dancing, music, singing,...
View ArticleAn easy recipe for Lent: Carrot-Onion Sauté
The BAND at St. David Armenian Church Mardi Gras dance! Guess who?? My sister, brother-in-law, Doug and I enjoyed an Armenian-style Mardi Gras dance at St. David Armenia Church in Boca Raton last...
View ArticleApricot - Walnut Bites: a Three - Ingredient Lenten Confection
If you’re looking for an easy treat to satisfy your sweet tooth during Lent, try this recipe for Apricot-Walnut Bites. Pitted dates add a natural, sticky sweetness which would otherwise come from...
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