I’m a big fan of American-Greek chef, author Diane Kochilas. I watch her cooking show, ‘My Greek Table’, with great admiration. She’s talented, witty, and…
Browsing Category Eggs, Cheese, & Yogurt
Spinach Borani (Burani), a Persian Dip or Meal Accompaniment
For Father’s Day weekend, Doug and I spent time in Greenville, SC, a vibrant southern city. We’d heard a lot of wonderful things about Greenville…
Nammoura – a (Slightly) Healthier Version – and two more recipes
I have to admit I haven’t been cooking as much as usual for the past week, and for that I have no excuse. But then…
Stay cool with Chilled Yogurt-based Soups!
Outdoor temperatures are beginning to rise, so it’s time to start collecting recipes for chilled soup. Rich, tangy, creamy yogurt-based soups offer delectable, refreshing dining on…
Broccoli-Parmesan-Yogurt Soup
Doug and I witnessed a miracle this morning … our first South Carolina snowflakes!! We watched in amazement as they drifted down, disappearing before ever…
Christine Datian’s Potato-Cheese Patties
Thanksgiving is a time for families and friends to gather around the table studded with specialty foods. The stuffed turkey usually takes center-stage. (One of…
Armenian Madzoon Abour (Yogurt Soup)
Doug and I are supposed to be on a bus trip today from our new community in SC to Lake Lure, NC. The idea of…
An Easy, Summertime Labneh Recipe from Chef John Minas
In 2011, Doug and I were introduced to Chef John Minas by way of Taniel Koushakjian, founder and editor-in-chief of the Florida Armenians group. At…
Our South Carolina Home Blessing
It’s official! Doug and I are now legal residents of South Carolina, and, we have been welcomed into the Armenian community in the Carolinas. What…
Montreal – a French city with a Middle Eastern twist!
After a 6-week excursion to NJ, upstate NY, and Montreal, we’re finally back in Florida. I’m relieved to report our home – and surroundings in…