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Eggplants are awesome! They not only have Vitamin C and Potassium, but also contain anti-bacterial effects as well as flavonoids, which are cancer fighting anti-oxidants. Eggplant season is from July to October. This is perfect for grilling outside. Try out this recipe. I think you’ll...

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I have yet to come across an Armenian family that does not have sunflower seeds in their home. Most of the time, this is the first thing to be brought to the table for guests (along with fruit of course). I thought for a very long time that the value of eating sunflower seeds was to just pass...

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Whenever I’m with my Thai, Cambodian, Korean and Mexican friends out at dinner, they always compete with each other to see who can eat the hottest pepper. I do not dare to join the competition. Perhaps if I had a major headache, I’d change my mind and join in. Research show that chili...

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I love chocolate. Chocolate makes all things better. ALL THINGS. Not only does it taste great, but it’s also good for you. Yes, yes, it’s good for you. Of course you need to enjoy it in moderation. Oh, and, the darker the chocolate, the better it is for you. Did you know that chocolate...

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It is so fascinating to see how people eat. Sometimes, I would rather not watch, but other times, it is quite the opposite. Growing up in Estonia, I understood that eating is like an art form – a skill you inherit from your parents and grandparents. The way they eat is mesmerizing. From the...

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February 14, aka, Valentines Day is supposed to be the most romantic day of the year. This day is also known for blowing entire paychecks on gifts, flowers, drinks and dinners. It is a lot more romantic to cook at home for your sweetheart than it is to go through the hassle of making...

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A friend and I had traveled to San Diego. On our way back, we decided to stop by somewhere to grab some fast food. Our exit led us to the “Armenian Café” that was overlooking the gorgeous beach. I wondered why such a café existed in Carlsbad? Our idea of grabbing fast food and driving back...

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I will be hosting a pre-Thanksgiving day dinner for my closest friends. At first, I thought it would be very interesting and extremely cultural if I came up with recipes that would incorporate Armenian and American cuisine. That’s where the idea stopped. The list of purely Armenian dishes is...

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Women, when compared to men, and at least according to contemporary knowledge, spend more time in the kitchen . Why are all the best cooks in the world - MEN?

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