I’m not sure who I would be today if it wasn’t for my grandmother’s love. Hélène Yacoubian (née Seykeljian) survived the Armenian Genocide. Her family went into hiding and…
This Finikia recipe comes from my grandmother on my father’s side—Anahid Hagopian (née Kevorkian). My grandmother was born in 1915 in Shabin Karahisar, which is historical western Armenia. She…
I absolutely love sumac. If you have never tried this spice, you must pick some up next time you’re in a middle-eastern grocery store! Sumac is a gorgeous, rich…
Most Armenians around the world are busy making choreg right now. It is a tradition to prepare this sweet, delicious bread at Easter time, however we were lucky that…
I believe my brother and sister would agree–Manti is a family favourite. My grandmother would spend all day baking these little morsels of joy and we would devour them.…
Who else needs a major detox from this terrible year? I haven’t felt motivated to post since the war broke out in Artsakh. With the pandemic raging all around…
Armenian Eech - A simple, healthy and zesty tomato and bulgur salad that is perfect to make when your kitchen is overflowing with garden tomatoes! You can also use…
I love bringing Armenian appetizers to get-togethers. Armenian cheese boereg is one of those apps that most people have tried, and it’s very popular. It’s literally a bite-sized, sophisticated…
These vegan stuffed grape leaves are flavourful and easy to make. Every bite delivers a delicious mouthful of lemon, olive oil and middle eastern flavours. …
Garlic and yogurt are meant to be together. Add dried mint, cucumbers and ice and you have a refreshing side dish that pairs amazingly with kebab or any spicy…