Although strongly discouraged by Iran’s conservative Muslim government, discreet alcohol consumption remained popular in some suburbs of the nation’s capital until international sanctions caused the…
Posts tagged arak
Make Cherry Liqueur before it’s too late!
An interesting recipe for Cherry Liqueur just came my way via Annie Samuelian Alexanian. I’m in a hurry to post this because the cherry’s peak…
Mint Tea with Arak, and Other Special Teas
During a rare Florida cold spell, Doug and I snuggled each evening with a cup (or 2) of soothing tea. I would vary the tea selection so…
Oghi, Arak, Raki, Ouzo- Liquid Licorice (for adults)
Armenians and Greeks have a friendly argument going back a few years — make that a few thousand years, give or take — over who…
Boozy Strawberries- Armenian style
The first time I met Marian Amiraian, she tricked me. She invited me to her home for lunch. After a satisfying meal, she served not…