Food and drinks

If you ask a Macedonian which is your national dish, they may say meat and rice stuffed in grape leaves. If you ask a Greek the same question, they may say meat and rice stuffed into vegetables. So, I don’t know if dolma is truly Armenian but we take pride in this national dish, as […]

Armenia has unique culinary traditions that extend to the observance of Lent. The more traditional Armenian people give high importance to Lent viewing this tradition as a period of reflection, purification, and spiritual renewal. During this time, Armenians keep to a plant-based diet abstaining from animal products. These days, however, many people don’t follow the

I am going to talk about a unique dish today. If you are a fan of unusual dishes, then traditional Armenian khash might interest you. This flavorful dish is the favorite of many Armenians. It has a special place in Armenian cuisine, as it’s often served at family and community gatherings, and therefore has a

Welcome to my guide on the best hipster places in Yerevan, where your soul will feel included and your mind will be stimulated in the most pleasant way. Whether you’re a Yerevan resident or a traveler, these spots are sure to impress with their unique atmosphere and trendy vibes. From old but gold places that

Very often I’m asked if it’s possible to easily find good quality, delicious and healthy food in Yerevan. Luckily, you can skip any fuss around this and find healthy food choices anywhere in Yerevan, both in physical locations and on the web. My post is dedicated to healthy eaters, so if you’re one of them

“Are there even any vegetarian cafes or restaurants in Yerevan?” – one of my veggie-loving European friends once asked me. Well, to be fair, he has never been to Armenia before. As a vegetarian traveling to Yerevan, at first you might be overwhelmed by the amount of meat Armenians typically consume. But that’s just on

There are some must-try Armenian foods that you cannot miss, whether you are a foodie or not. You just cannot overlook trying some of our traditional dishes, because they make a big part of Armenian culture. These foods reflect the influences of both Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisines quite well, but at the same time,

Thinking of the best vegan cafes and restaurants in Yerevan, I realized there were not so many strictly vegan places here. However, being vegan in Armenia is not difficult because our traditional cuisine uses a lot of plants anyway. So, in this post I’ll present you a shortlist of cafes and restaurants in Yerevan that

Open-air cafes are everyone’s favorites, especially when the weather is not too cold. It’s ten times more enjoyable to sit outside and drink your cup of coffee while breathing fresh air. And, in Yerevan, you can find lots of places that have an outdoor seating area; however, not all of them are open-air. But today,

Armenia isn’t an expensive country to explore especially in terms of food and drinks compared to most European countries. So, while you’re here, don’t worry too much about spending a ton of money on bars and cafes. In fact, I thought you’d be curious to get a quick estimate of the expenses you’ll have while