Christine Vartanian Datian

Armenian Pilaf with Raisins and AlmondsArmenian Pilaf with Raisins and Almonds

Armenian Pilaf with Raisins and Almonds

What would any holiday be without serving traditional pilaf? Christine Vartanian Datian learned from the best - her mother Alice…

5 years ago
Khash: Hangover Cure?Khash: Hangover Cure?

Khash: Hangover Cure?

‘A Brief History of Khash, Armenia’s Love-It-or-Hate-It Hangover Cure’ a story by Benjamin Kemper, and ‘Khash’, a recipe by Samvel…

5 years ago
Celery, Avocado and Cucumber SaladCelery, Avocado and Cucumber Salad

Celery, Avocado and Cucumber Salad

It’s time to start thinking about healthy, cool, refreshing recipes for summer.  Christine Datian’s Celery, Avocado and Cucumber Salad hits…

6 years ago
Eggplant Vegetable SoupEggplant Vegetable Soup

Eggplant Vegetable Soup

Since January is designated as ‘National Soup Month’, I’m happy to share another healthy, hearty creation by Christine Datian -…

6 years ago
Persimmon Walnut Raisin Cookies by Mrs. Alice VartanianPersimmon Walnut Raisin Cookies by Mrs. Alice Vartanian

Persimmon Walnut Raisin Cookies by Mrs. Alice Vartanian

I must admit that I’ve never eaten a persimmon. As I’d walk to class at Chico State (CA) back in…

6 years ago
Belgian Endive with Roquefort, Walnuts and Cranberries, by Chef David VartanianBelgian Endive with Roquefort, Walnuts and Cranberries, by Chef David Vartanian

Belgian Endive with Roquefort, Walnuts and Cranberries, by Chef David Vartanian

Way back in 2011, I introduced Christine Vartanian-Datian to the readers of The Armenian Kitchen. In the story I mentioned…

7 years ago
Garbanzo Bean and Vegetable Soup by Christine Vartanian DatianGarbanzo Bean and Vegetable Soup by Christine Vartanian Datian

Garbanzo Bean and Vegetable Soup by Christine Vartanian Datian

It might still be pretty hot outside, but cooler days are on the horizon. Pumpkins and gourds are already on…

7 years ago
Yellow Split Pea Soup with Mint, Browned Onion and Yogurt GarnishYellow Split Pea Soup with Mint, Browned Onion and Yogurt Garnish

Yellow Split Pea Soup with Mint, Browned Onion and Yogurt Garnish

As we are still in the season of Lent, I would like to pass along, with Christine Datian’s permission, her…

8 years ago
Italian Pork Loin with Pasta and VegetablesItalian Pork Loin with Pasta and Vegetables

Italian Pork Loin with Pasta and Vegetables

And now for something completely different, Christine Datian offers us her Italian Pork Loin with Pasta and Vegetables entrée which…

8 years ago
Reader Feature: Christine Datian’s Stuffed Roma Tomatoes with Three CheesesReader Feature: Christine Datian’s Stuffed Roma Tomatoes with Three Cheeses

Reader Feature: Christine Datian’s Stuffed Roma Tomatoes with Three Cheeses

Today's Reader Feature comes from regular contributor, Las Vegas, NV resident, Christine Datian. She shares with us her recipe for…

10 years ago