I started writing a ghapama blog item several months ago, but ended up putting the story on the back burner when I realized I wouldn’t…
Browsing Category Christmas
Some Traditional Armenian recipes to serve in celebration of the New Year and Armenian Christmas!
Just when you thought the excessive, festive eating and drinking was behind you, a new year (and a new decade) – plus Armenian Christmas follow…
It’s not too late to make these sweet treats for Christmas!
Christmastime conjures up images of tables filled with beautifully adorned cookies, candies and sweets. Over the years, The Armenian Kitchen has posted a fair share…
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)…
Getting ready for Armenian Christmas!
Ready or not, Armenian Christmas is almost here. It’s time to prepare Nevik to serve on January 5th, along with a traditional meal comprised of…
The Nushkhar – and Home-Blessings during the Armenian Christmas Season
Last November, Father Diran Bohajian from St. Leon Armenian Church in Fair Lawn, NJ, presented a lecture/demonstration featuring the ‘Nushkhar’ at their Womens’ Guild meeting….
Anoushabour -The Official Armenian Christmas Pudding!
In order to help you prepare for Armenian Christmas on January 6th, I want to remind you all to make Anoushabour (literal translation – ‘sweet soup’). I…
Christmas Cookie Round-up
If you haven’t already started baking for the holidays, you’d better get busy! Here are five of our favorite cookie recipes for you to consider…
A Traditional Recipe for Armenian Christmas Eve – Nevik
It never hurts to re-post a timely recipe, so in case you missed Ara Kassabian’s recipe for Swiss Chard with Chick Peas (Neeveeg, Nevik) from…
A visit with the spirit of Christmas past
Dinner with family is always important, but it takes on special meaning during this time of year. Barbara, Robyn and Aunt Arpie Like many folks…