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…
Browsing Category Holidays
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…
HAPPY NEW YEAR! Start the New Year with Basturma and Eggs!
Question: How does one start off the new year on the right foot? Answer: With a hearty breakfast of basturma and eggs, of course! Basturma…
DAREHATS (pronounced ‘dar-ee hots’) – New Year Bread
With the new year approaching, my friend SoniaTashjian reminded me of her recipe for Dare Hats. Because it’s the time of year for this specialty…
Teereet (Tirit) Armenian-style Egg Salad
So, you have some leftover Easter eggs and are wondering what to do with them? Here’s an idea… Teereet (Tirit) – Easter Egg Salad, Armenian…
It’s Zadigi Kahke (Easter Cookie) Time!
When Armenians prepare for Easter, chorag is always on the menu. But, this is also a time for baking Easter cookies (Zadigi Kahke). To be…
It’s almost time for Easter!
With Holy Week upon us, Christians around the world are preparing for the Holiest day of the year – Easter Sunday. Easter is a time of renewal…
Sonia Tashjian, St. Sarkis Day – and – recipes for Kumba Cake and St. Sarkis Halvah
Although we’ve never met, Sonia Tashjian and I are kindred spirits. She is originally from Musa Dagh; my maternal grandparents are from the same region….
An Armenian Christmas Family Tradition is Born
At the end of last December, after recovering from the joy and of hosting Christmas with family and friends, I received a most-interesting request from recently…
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 your favorite holiday sweets. Need…