Robyn’s parents, Mary and Andy Dabbakian, flew down for a visit soon after we moved to Florida in 1978. We spotted them at the airport…
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Remembering our martyrs
Each April 24, Armenians around the world mourn the 1.5 million victims of the Armenian Genocide. During last year’s centennial, we were privileged to offer…
Armenia’s cultural profile is rising along with its bread thanks to a new international partnership
Watching village women bake lavash in a sunken tonir oven is a highlight of everyone’s visit to Armenia—everyone except me, of course. I was held hostage by…
Is that really basturma? When you’re hungry and out to sea, it’s close enough!
We just got back from a Caribbean cruise. We had great fun despite a choppy sea, a midnight fire alarm and an island tour of…
Armenian Christmas – and – the Water Blessing
Today is Armenian Christmas! Krisdos dzunav yev haydnetsav (Christ is born and revealed among us) Orhnial eh haydnootiunun Krisdosee (Blessed is the revelation of Christ)…
The Blessing of Pomegranates – a New Armenian Tradition to Celebrate the New Year
The Blessing of Pomegranates The following is an excerpt from a recent newsletter from St. David Armenian Church in Boca Raton, FL. Father Paren…
Rock Candy – Can it Heal One’s Soul?
After posting a special request asking about a type of candy that was handed out at funerals, I received suggestions from two readers: #1:…
A Candy to Commemorate the Soul of the Departed – Do you know what it is?
A request was presented recently by Sato Moughalian, not just to me, but to any Armenian would might be able to help. Sato’s request: “Dear…
Geghard Monastery, Garni Temple, and freshly made Lavash!
Because our week-long trip to Armenia was mostly dedicated to Genocide Commemorative activities, we really didn’t have much time to visit and experience village life…
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My parents are currently in Yerevan, Armenia so I am guest blogging to tell you about a segment that Doug was the subject of on…