Sts. Vartanantz Day is a moveable celebration on the Armenian Church calendar. This year it is celebrated on Thursday, February 27th. On this day Armenians…
Browsing Category Vegetables
Green Beans and Zucchini (Fassoulia yev Tutum)
Fassoulia literally means ‘bean’ – white, red, green –you get the idea. My husband and I have posted a few fassoulia recipes on this site…
Sorrel Soup with Leeks and Peas
My first encounter with aveluk (wild sorrel) was in 2015 when Doug and I were in Yerevan. I’d ordered aveluk soup at a local restaurant…
Roasted Asparagus Salad Recipe
Asparagus, a vegetable associated with springtime, is paired with fresh, diced tomatoes, crumbled Feta cheese, and bits of fresh basil for a tantilizing salad.
Easter Spinach Salad
If you’re looking for a special dish to serve for Easter, try this salad/side dish featuring fresh spinach and plain madzoon (yogurt).
Americans call it okra, we call it Bamiya. I call it delicious. My wife thinks I’m nuts.
Doug’s Home-cooked Bamiya Okra was frequent fare at our house when I was growing up, and I loved it. I’ve since learned that I have…
Basil, the Armenian Church, and Zesty Vegetable Soup
Today, September 15th, the Armenian Church celebrates the Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross (Khachveratz). At the end of the service, parishioners receive…
What is Etchmiadzin Dolma?
In answer to a recent inquiry about how Etchmiadzin dolma differs from regular dolma, Ara Kassabian offered a brief explanation and recipe. Ara notes that…
Crunchy Cauliflower Broccoli Slaw
When I met a cousin, Maro Nalabandian, through my website, I was excited. When I learned she had a culinary background, I was thrilled! Since…
Chilled Cream of Zucchini Soup with Fresh Basil
This ‘chilled cream of zucchini and basil soup’ recipe was handed down to me by a former culinary colleague. I came across it as I…