Is the tradition of ‘Agra Hadig’ Armenian, or one that Armenians have adopted? That’s the question I’m trying to answer for Dan Stepanian-Bennett. Dan came…
Date Archives August 2013
Mutabal – Beet Dip or Spread
When I posted a recipe for baba ganoush, someone commented that they only knew the recipe as ‘mutabal’. I suppose the name difference is due…
What is Etchmiadzin Dolma?
In answer to a recent inquiry about how Etchmiadzin dolma differs from regular dolma, Ara Kassabian offered a brief explanation and recipe. Ara notes that…
Versatile Spice Mix and Spicy Baked Fish recipes
Ed Becharian, a Florida resident, is trying to recreate a spicy fish rub recipe once handed down to him by his mother. Here’s what he’s…
In Search of an Authentic Recipe for Etchmiadzin Dolma (Tolma)
A comment recently posted on our dolma story from 2009 presented the following questions: “Robyn, can you explain, please – what the difference between (your)…
Chef Michael Psilakis’ Grilled Watermelon with Yogurt Recipe
Do you remember the post where Doug and I met Chef Michael Psilakis? We were thrilled to have met him in person and receive an…
Garden-Fresh Recipes from Maro Nalabandian
My newly discovered cousin, Maro Nalabandian, was the guest chef at the University of Maryland’s Master Garden “Grow It; Eat It” open house event. A master…