Christian Datian’s Apricot Walnut Cake with Cinnamon Lemon Glaze will delight anyone. But since this Sunday is Mother’s Day, show her how much she is…
Posts Published by Robyn Kalajian
Are you in the market for sturgeon meat or caviar?
In February, just before Doug and I moved to the Carolinas, I received an email from Lianne Won, whose family owns Marshallberg Farm, in…
An Armenian restaurant near Charlotte, NC? Yes, indeed! Welcome to the Ararat 17 Restaurant, Indian Trail, NC
It’s hard to find an Armenian restaurant – unless you’re in Armenia. We never expected we’d find one across the state line from our new…
The Armenian Kitchen has a new home!
In case you’re wondering why my posts have been infrequent lately, it’s because Doug and I have recently relocated. After 40 years in South Florida,…
Food & Culture Writer Joel Denker’s Story about Lahmajoun
I was recently introduced to the written work of Joel Denker by his wife, Peggy. She asked me for permission to use my photo of…
Coloring Easter Eggs- Armenian Style
It’s never too early to start planning for Easter – arranging baskets of treats for the children, baking plenty of chorag, your favorite lavash, making…
Sulkhamud, or Sour Spinach and Rice, a Lenten Recipe
Pat and John Nashmy have been sharing their Assyrian family recipes with The Armenian Kitchen for a long time. During our recent move, John emailed…
Apricot – 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,…
An 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. 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,…