Robyn

Robyn

Cardamom-Pecan CookiesCardamom-Pecan Cookies

Cardamom-Pecan Cookies

Cardamom is a spice most folks associate with cookies, but it’s also used to enhance coffee, fruit salad, or meats.…

13 years ago
It’s Christmas Baking Time!It’s Christmas Baking Time!

It’s Christmas Baking Time!

Kahke Flour…check. Sugar…check. Butter…double-check – and don’t forget the kadaif dough! It’s time to roll up your sleeves and start baking…

13 years ago
Cream Filling for KadaifCream Filling for Kadaif

Cream Filling for Kadaif

Kadaif is one of those desserts that’s easier to make than you’d think. It can be filled with cheese, nuts,…

13 years ago
A Uniquely Armenian Gift IdeaA Uniquely Armenian Gift Idea

A Uniquely Armenian Gift Idea

      It’s Christmas shopping time! Are you looking for that special stocking-stuffer gift? Here’s something new – a refrigerator magnet – but,…

13 years ago
Christine Datian’s Red Lentil SoupChristine Datian’s Red Lentil Soup

Christine Datian’s Red Lentil Soup

It’s December in Florida. The outside temperature has finally dipped below 80°F during the day, while the evenings are a…

13 years ago
Potato-Green Bean Bulgur PilafPotato-Green Bean Bulgur Pilaf

Potato-Green Bean Bulgur Pilaf

When Gloria Hachigian-Ericsen asked me if I had a bulgur recipe that includes potatoes, onions, tomato, and green beans, I…

13 years ago
Nut-filled Kadaif (Kinaffeh)Nut-filled Kadaif (Kinaffeh)

Nut-filled Kadaif (Kinaffeh)

Doug and I did not host this year's Thanksgiving gathering. For the first time in  many years, we were someone else's guests. It…

13 years ago

Thanksgiving Recipes Showcase our Armenian Heritage

Thanksgiving is a decidedly American holiday highlighted by the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade and football games. Golden, overstuffed turkeys, mashed potatoes, cranberry…

13 years ago
St. David Women’s Guild members get a taste of Musa DaghSt. David Women’s Guild members get a taste of Musa Dagh

St. David Women’s Guild members get taste of Musa Dagh

When I was asked to do a presentation for the Women’s Guild of St. David Armenian Church in Boca Raton,…

13 years ago
Farro – An Ancient Grain Making a Come-backFarro – An Ancient Grain Making a Come-back

Farro – An Ancient Grain Making Come-back

I was excited to find farro in one of my favorite Italian markets recently. Never heard of farro? Don’t feel…

13 years ago