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Archag & Anahid: Cultivating Armenian Literature in France
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Building Clay Bridges: Ceramic Art for Yerevan’s Children
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Photographing Turkey’s Cultural Heritage: Aydin Cetinbostanoglu
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Op-Ed: Breadcrumbs to Nowhere
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Interview: Suzanne Khardalian on Grandma’s Tattoos and the Forgotten Lives of Armenian Women
January 25, 2012 18:01
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Archive for the ‘Food’ Category
The Khohanotz: A Vegan Guide to Armenian Lent
For some, the 40 days of Lent, in which Christians abstain from any and all animal products is a time of spiritual reflection and cleansing. For others, including many of those who make up a new generation of Armenians, it’s a 40 day challenge to see if discipline and self control over power one’s desire [...]
The Color of Pomegranates
This fall, I sat impatiently as the humble pomegranate tree in my backyard blossomed, hoping that at least a few flowers would give way to the round, supple fruit I loved so much. The above photo showcases the fruits of labor of my little pomegranate tree that could, and while only two midsized pomegranates came [...]
The Khohanotz: Imam Bayildi
Imam Bayildi, a Turkish dish that translates simply to the “Imam Fainted” is vegetable ambrosia. The aroma it produces while being made is enough to make your mouth water. It’s also an easy,quick and healthy alternative to an microwave dinner. If you love olive oil or eggplants, this flavorful dish is for you. The name [...]
The Khohanotz: Fig Jam
In “The Bell Jar” by Sylvia Plath, human wants, needs and desires are likened to green figs, hanging from the great big tree of life. In the Biblical story of Adam and Eve, fig leaves are used to cover unmentionables in the Garden of Eden. Along with its references in literary works of yesteryear, the [...]
The Khohanotz: Dolma
Besides the never ending supply of khorovadz (kebabs) that runs like a river through many an Armenian household, dolma is a pretty popular go-to second meal. Of course, this savory concoction consisting of stuffed vegetables, rice, a variety of herbs and spices and meat (or pine nuts and/or lentils if you’re vegetarian like me) isn’t [...]
Median Day of Lent: Mijink
Armenian culture carries with it many traditions, ranging from particular foods eaten on certain holidays to procedure during events such as weddings and christenings. The sacred time known as Lent in many Christian denominations is no different. Apart from the fact that it is tradition to obstain from any type of animal product including cheese, [...]
Armenia to Offer Organic Certification and Labeling
Starting May 5, producers of organic products in Armenian can be certified and provide consumer labeling for the Eco Globe organization, the first Armenian organic certification company dealing with inspection and certification of ecological agricultural production. Since Eco Globe, which was established in 2002, is recognized by the European Accreditation Group DAP, Armenian organic growers [...]
The Pomegranate: Symbol of an Entire Culture
The central fruit in Armenian culture, the pomegranate is used as a staple fruit in Armenian households worldwide. The Color of a Pomegranate, directed by [Sergei] Parajanov, is one of the gems in Armenian film history, and in Armenian mythology, the pomegranate symbolizes fertility and abundance. It is also very much used in Persian cooking, [...]
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