Karoun means “spring” in Armenian – a fitting name for a dairy company. Think of rolling hills, gentle rain, and green pastures, then visualize cows,…
Spicy Yogurt Cake
We love plain yogurt just as it is, but sometimes our taste buds are looking for a little something special. Having an abundance of Karoun…
Chef John Minas adds Armenian Flair to Florida Fare as New Executive Chef at the Governor’s Mansion
Ask anyone with a glimmer of culinary consciousness about Florida cuisine and you’ll most likely hear a tale of Caribbean-Latin fusion that sizzles like the…
Pistachios charge ahead in the race for America’s taste
Pistachios were always around but rarely accessible when I was a kid. They were grown-up snack food that magically appeared in mezze dishes when company…
In Remembrance
We’re leaving our plates and pans in the cupboard as we join the rest of the country in reflecting on the terrible events that occurred 10 years…
Labne Frosting
Doug and I were invited to a potluck dinner over Labor Day weekend. The main course included succulent BBQ ribs, macaroni and cheese, guacamole, and…
Brownies made with Yogurt
If you’re ever wondering what to do with that little bit of plain yogurt left in the container, here’s a sweet idea – add it to…
A Request for a Stuffed, Braided Bread
Another request has come my way. This one is for a braided bread stuffed with either sweet cheese or cream. Here’s the request: “I’ve just…
Spiced Labne Balls (Yogurt Cheese)
Recently, we became the recipients of an incredible assortment of Armenian-made products from Karoun Dairies. You’ll read more about this in a future post. Doug and I…
Our 15 Minutes of Fame!
September 2011 issue In July, while I was visiting family in NJ, I received an email from a representative for the ‘Every Day with Rachael Ray’…