St. Sarkis Day – Armenia’s version of St. Valentine’s Day

Not familiar with St. Sarkis Day? It’s Valentine’s Day –Armenia style.

Click here to read all about St. Sarkis, the warrior, and a special tradition young adults in Armenia follow to find that someone special.   

Some traditional recipes prepared to mark this special occasion are Sonia Tashjian’s Kumba Cake, Aghablit – Salty Wafers, and St. Sarkis Halva.

Salty wafers aside, Kumba cake and St. Sarkis Halva will make this day especially sweet!

Sonia Tashjian’s Kumba Cake
The Armenian Kitchen’s Aghablit – or – Salty Wafers
Mrs. Sahakian’s St. Sarkis Halva

 

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