Christine Vartanian Datian

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?

‘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 Salad

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

5 years ago

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 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 Vartanian

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

6 years ago

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…

6 years ago

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 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 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

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