Robyn

Robyn

Tipplers in Teheran Chose Armenian-made Arak as Their Beverage of ChoiceTipplers in Teheran Chose Armenian-made Arak as Their Beverage of Choice

Tipplers in Teheran Chose Armenian-made Arak as Their Beverage of Choice

Although strongly discouraged by Iran’s conservative Muslim government, discreet alcohol consumption remained popular in some suburbs of the nation’s capital…

12 years ago

‘Agra Hadig’, another Armenian tradition – or is it?

Is the tradition of ‘Agra Hadig’ Armenian, or one that Armenians have adopted? That’s the question I’m trying to answer…

12 years ago
Mutabal – Beet Dip or SpreadMutabal – Beet Dip or Spread

Mutabal – Beet Dip or Spread

When I posted a recipe for baba ganoush, someone commented that they only knew the recipe as ‘mutabal’. I suppose…

12 years ago
What is Etchmiadzin Dolma?What is Etchmiadzin Dolma?

What is Etchmiadzin Dolma?

In answer to a recent inquiry about how Etchmiadzin dolma differs from regular dolma, Ara Kassabian offered a brief explanation…

12 years ago
Versatile Spice Mix and Spicy Baked Fish recipesVersatile Spice Mix and Spicy Baked Fish recipes

Versatile Spice Mix and Spicy Baked Fish recipes

Ed Becharian, a Florida resident, is trying to recreate a spicy fish rub recipe once handed down to him by…

12 years ago
In Search of an Authentic Recipe for Etchmiadzin Dolma (Tolma)In Search of an Authentic Recipe for Etchmiadzin Dolma (Tolma)

In Search of an Authentic Recipe for Etchmiadzin Dolma (Tolma)

A comment recently posted on our dolma story from 2009 presented the following questions: “Robyn, can you explain, please -…

12 years ago
Chef Michael Psilakis’ Grilled Watermelon with Yogurt RecipeChef Michael Psilakis’ Grilled Watermelon with Yogurt Recipe

Chef Michael Psilakis’ Grilled Watermelon with Yogurt Recipe

Do you remember the post where Doug and I met Chef Michael Psilakis? We were thrilled to have met him…

12 years ago
Garden-Fresh Recipes from Maro NalabandianGarden-Fresh Recipes from Maro Nalabandian

Garden-Fresh Recipes from Maro Nalabandian

My newly discovered cousin, Maro Nalabandian, was the guest chef at the University of Maryland’s Master Garden “Grow It; Eat It”…

12 years ago
Crunchy Cauliflower Broccoli SlawCrunchy Cauliflower Broccoli Slaw

Crunchy Cauliflower Broccoli Slaw

When I met a cousin, Maro Nalabandian, through my website, I was excited. When I learned she had a culinary…

12 years ago
Chilled Cream of Zucchini Soup with Fresh BasilChilled Cream of Zucchini Soup with Fresh Basil

Chilled Cream of Zucchini Soup with Fresh Basil

This 'chilled cream of zucchini and basil soup' recipe was handed down to me by a former culinary colleague. I…

12 years ago