Main Dishes

George Mardikian’s Chicken Tchakhokhbelli recipe, dish favored by Georgian princes.

My family and I had the distinct honor of meeting George Mardikian at his restaurant, Omar Khayyam's, in San Francisco,…

2 years ago

Antonio Tahhan and his recipe for Kbeibat, Middle Eastern dumplings

My first encounter with Antonio (Tony) Tahhan, the Syrian-American food writer, researcher, and storyteller, spans over a decade when I…

2 years ago

October 1, 2023 UPDATE: The ARAM Sandwich celebrated its 50th Anniversary – and now there’s more news!

Hi Everyone, and especially those living in the Sacramento, CA area,I know I’m a bit late with this announcement, but…

2 years ago
Tahnabour (Yogurt Soup) from Marian AmiraianTahnabour (Yogurt Soup) from Marian Amiraian

Tahnabour (Yogurt Soup) from Marian Amiraian

Sometimes people are lucky enough to be in the right place, at the right time. Here's our story: A number…

2 years ago
Spinach PieSpinach Pie

Spinach Pie

Spinach pie, or Spanakopita, is, as you know, a deliciously Greek recipe. The combination of cheeses and herbs provides a…

3 years ago
Baked Grape Leaves and Rice Recipe- Shirdov Sini SarmaBaked Grape Leaves and Rice Recipe- Shirdov Sini Sarma

Baked Grape Leaves and Rice Recipe- Shirdov Sini Sarma

My family LOVES stuffed grape leaves, (aka sarma or yalanchi) but the process of stuffing the rice filling into finicky…

3 years ago
Armenian MeatloafArmenian Meatloaf

Armenian Meatloaf

As I was organizing my recipe folder, a small piece of old newspaper flew off the shelf. I was about…

3 years ago
Losh Kebab – an Armenian Hamburger RecipeLosh Kebab – an Armenian Hamburger Recipe

Losh Kebab – an Armenian Hamburger Recipe

One of our go-to recipes is good-old losh kebab – an Armenian 'hamburger' which is much like lule kebab. ‘Lule’…

3 years ago
Zucchini Recipe, Fassoulia-styleZucchini Recipe, Fassoulia-style

Zucchini Recipe, Fassoulia-style

Based on a classic Armenian recipe, fassoulia, this variation uses zucchini instead of string beans and ground turkey instead of…

4 years ago
Lamb for Easter? It just seems right!Lamb for Easter? It just seems right!

Lamb for Easter? It just seems right!

This roast lamb recipe is a typical Armenian preparation. Serve it with pilaf, salad and fresh bread and you’ll have…

4 years ago