'Armenian Blistered Eggplant Dip', aka Baba Ghanoush or Moutabal - a Lenten...
Back in December we were pleased to see a recipe for ‘Armenian Blistered Eggplant Dip’ by Dayana Sarkisova in the Washington Post. Why did this make us happy? Because the recipe, also known as ‘Baba...
View ArticleThe winner in the ‘The Vegan Armenian Kitchen Cookbook’ giveaway is …
The giveaway has officially come to an end. After randomly selecting a participant, we're very happy to congratulate Marina Simonian Minuta for winning a copy of Lena Tashjian’s cookbook! Lena and I...
View ArticleFrom Warrior to Patron Saint of Youth and Love: St. Sarkis Day
St. Sarkis The story of St. Sarkis is fascinating. Click here to read more. On the feast day of Saint Sarkis the Warrior, a special liturgy is held in all churches named after him. This year, St....
View ArticleMshosh, a Lenten dish of Lentils and Dried Fruit from Lena Tashjian
Ever since my copy of Lena Tashjian's 'The Vegan Armenian Kitchen Cookbook' arrived last week, I've been carefully studying every recipe. I already make a number of her dishes which are so gloriously...
View ArticleSonia Tashjian celebrates the foods of Dikranagerd, helping preserve culture...
A view of Diyarbekir (Dikranagerd) - Source: Lamec Saad, "Zestien Jaar als Quarantaine-Artsin Turkije", De Aarde en haar Volken, Haarlem, 1917). We’ve all experienced a rush of emotion while eating...
View ArticleApplesauce Pecan Muffins
Before turning my thoughts to Lenten recipes, I wanted to make this moist, spicy muffin recipe I'd been saving for a while. It goes great with a cup of coffee or tea! 10 of the 12 Applesauce Pecan...
View ArticleSpinach, Mushroom, and Brown Rice Soup
Spinach, mushroom, and brown rice soup is super-easy to make - in addition, it's healthy, filling, and is suitable for Lent. Based on the ingredients I had on-hand, I've adapted this recipe from Lena...
View ArticleEech, a perfect Lenten recipe
Once a week, during the Lenten season, Armenian Churches have an evening service, followed by a potluck dinner of Lenten dishes provided by attendees, and, finally, an appropriately themed program. My...
View ArticleRoasted Eggplant with Raisins and Pine Nuts by Christine Vartanian Datian
Vegetable dishes are abundant during the Lenten season. Christine Datian shares one of her go-to recipes which is perfect during Lent, or anytime. Christine’s Roasted Eggplant with Raisins and Pine...
View ArticleWild Nettle Imam Bayaldi
If you've been following The Armenian Kitchen website, you might be familiar with the recipe called Imam Bayeldi (spelling varies) which was posted way back in 2010. The following story and recipe for...
View ArticleShut in but not shut off, we persevere in the Armenian way
Like everyone, Robyn and I are in a bit of a tizzy as we adjust to what we all hope are the temporary cautions and inconveniences of life during a pandemic. Who imagined that we’d ever see aisles of...
View Article“A Hundred Years and Still Cooking” - a cookbook from the First Armenian...
I love a good cookbook, especially those created by church organizations, and if it’s an Armenian church cookbook, even better! When Christine Datian informed me about another Armenian Church cookbook...
View ArticleDon't throw away those vegetable scraps - they'll make a dandy broth!
In light of our current circumstances relating to food shopping and food preparation, I'm returning to a more economical method of using ingredients - especially since there is no guarantee the...
View ArticleOlive and Walnut Salad (Shepherd’s Dinner)- a recipe from The Vegan Armenian...
The Armenian Kitchen was one of the first to introduce 'The Vegan Armenian Kitchen Cookbook'. Since then other sources have made the public aware of this wonderful collaboration, including the Armenian...
View ArticleArmenian Pilaf with Raisins and Almonds
What would any holiday be without serving traditional pilaf? Christine Vartanian Datian learned from the best - her mother Alice Vartanian and her late grandmother, Pepay Sarkisian. They taught her...
View ArticleEaster Sweet Treats: Kadayif Two Ways - Cream Kadayif and Kadayif with Cheese
Despite what's been happening around the world, Easter is not cancelled! Therefore, preparations for this most-Holy Day are underway. Christine Datian shares two kadayif recipes which are perfect for...
View ArticleLeftover Easter egg recipes
If you're like me, you've made extra hard-cooked eggs for Easter so that there are some leftover to serve in other ways. Here are several easy-to-prepare recipes that I've posted before, but are worthy...
View ArticleArmenian Mixed Vegetable Dolma - a recipe from The Gutsy Gourmet
Today's post, which Christine Datian recently submitted to The Armenian Mirror Spectator, features an updated version of Armenian dolma created by the late Dr. Harold H. "Buzz" Baxter. This and more of...
View ArticleBlueberry Buckle
I know this is The Armenian Kitchen website, however the following recipe, Blueberry Buckle, is not Armenian. It was, however, made by an Armenian (me) in my kitchen therefore I declare that it...
View ArticleTeaching Our Children to Cook - A Brief Lesson on 'How to make Dolma' by...
Since we've been in 'lock-down' mode for quite a while, I've been spending a LOT of time in the kitchen as I'm sure you have been, too. All I can say is, thank goodness for grocery delivery services!...
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