Articles written by Debbie Kwiatoski

Americans are discovering the wonders of the Blueberry. They are great additions to an edible border, fairly easy to grow - and great to eat!

Apr 13, 2010 - Debbie Kwiatoski

Here's a new take on an old favorite - stuffed artichokes. They are perfect for a light summer dinner, a cocktail party or afternoon mezes with some arak or mint tea.

Mar 2, 2009 - Debbie Kwiatoski

Ever think about a career where you could get your hands dirty? There is a serious shortage of qualified workers in horticulture.

Jan 2, 2009 - Debbie Kwiatoski

Bulgur, a pre-cooked and dried form of wheat, figures highly in pilaf dishes of all sorts. Here are three easy favorites.

Jan 1, 2009 - Debbie Kwiatoski

With a meat and bulgur Shell enrobing a zesty filling, these "stuffed" meatballs are delicious with yogurt.

Dec 30, 2008 - Debbie Kwiatoski

True chocolate lovers have firm opinions on what they want in the form of their favorite confection -and we're not talking cute chocolate molds.

Dec 11, 2008 - Debbie Kwiatoski

Pasta-like dishes are as common in the Middle East as they are in the Mediterranean. But in Middle eastern food, they are more often referred to as forms of "beoreg.'

Nov 25, 2008 - Debbie Kwiatoski

These tasty packets of meat-filled dumplings are perfect on a cold night, served hot from the oven with a nice dollop of yogurt.

Nov 25, 2008 - Debbie Kwiatoski

Sick of the usual lamb chops and want a fresh - and slightly "exotic" way to prepare them? Love Shish Kebab, but don't really want to go to all that bother, especially on

Nov 17, 2008 - Debbie Kwiatoski

Patllican Koftesi are bite-sized servings of eggplant and cheese, perfect for meze, the main dish for a vegetarian meal or a snack with evening cocktails.

Nov 17, 2008 - Debbie Kwiatoski

Chee Kufta, like Steak Tartar or Steak Diane, is a raw meat dish, served very fresh and very cold.

Jul 25, 2008 - Debbie Kwiatoski

Close your eyes and imagine you're gliding over the ground atop a gyroscope. Now, open them, and take a gander at one of the most innovative methods of personal transport

Jul 24, 2008 - Debbie Kwiatoski

These two Armenian recipes for preparing mussels (Midia) are terrific for the buffet table.

Jul 18, 2008 - Debbie Kwiatoski

The Armenian homeland is mountainous, with no seacoast, limiting most fish dishes to freshwater varieties, like Ishkhan, Sig, Sturgeon and caviar.

Jul 18, 2008 - Debbie Kwiatoski

For many, "retirement" is coming to mean a new job - not "no job." Community Colleges are helping many with the transition.

Jul 17, 2008 - Debbie Kwiatoski

Toss the Schmaltz, Go light on the Olive Oli and Watch Out for those Chicken Livers! Keeping Kosher Doesn't have to mean a diet of greasy, heavy food.

May 30, 2008 - Debbie Kwiatoski

Clear meeting objectives are important to any planning process. Once you establish these, the event planning process flows easily.

May 22, 2008 - Debbie Kwiatoski

Ramadan is a time for fasting, reflection and prayer. It is also a time for special foods and for sharing with family and friends.

May 16, 2008 - Debbie Kwiatoski

There are many new brand names and Kosher products available for the Passover Seder table in 2008. Many are healthier and lower in calories than more traditional brands.

Apr 16, 2008 - Debbie Kwiatoski

The Passover Seder Table is steeped in religious and symbolic meaning, and as Jews partake of the meal, they are learning/recalling their deepest traditions and teachings

Apr 13, 2008 - Debbie Kwiatoski

Like so many holidays and religious observances, food and what it symbolizes, plays an intimate part of the Jewish Passover (or Pesach) Seder.

Apr 11, 2008 - Debbie Kwiatoski

The Yerevan Brandy Company has been making its famous Ararat Brandy since 1887. Its history - plus traditional, homemade cordial recipe.

Apr 4, 2008 - Debbie Kwiatoski

This aniseed flavored liqueur is a favorite accompaniment to Meze, a cooling refreshment on a hot day, and a drink steeped in ancient history.

Mar 28, 2008 - Debbie Kwiatoski

While Shish Kebab is grilled over a fire or BBQ grate, this steamed version is slowly baked in an oven, until it is so tender it cuts easily with a fork.

Mar 28, 2008 - Debbie Kwiatoski

The Purim Table traditionally features foods that are stuffed or contain some sort of "pocket" to symbolize the secrecy and deceit of Haman. This is a Healthy One!

Mar 25, 2008 - Debbie Kwiatoski

These delectable pin-wheeled shaped pastries are sometimes called "Haman's Pockets" and are traditionally served during Purim

Mar 21, 2008 - Debbie Kwiatoski

Partying, Eating and Drinking to Excess is the Hallmark of Purim. Traditionally, the Foods that are Eaten, however, are also steeped in Symbolic Meaning.

Mar 21, 2008 - Debbie Kwiatoski

There are several different kinds of business loans: short term financing; long term loans; and equity capital. Understand what kind of loan you need.

Mar 6, 2008 - Debbie Kwiatoski

Spinach and Cheeses encased in all sorts of doughs is standard fare throughout the Middle East and Mediterranean. This a a very classy one!

Feb 17, 2008 - Debbie Kwiatoski

This classic Middle Eastern Dessert has a consistency that is more like a pecan pie filling than a heavy English fruit pudding. It is very rich and sweet.

Jan 17, 2008 - Debbie Kwiatoski

Kaimak is somewhat similar to Creme Fraiche in taste and is a traditional topping for Middle Eastern Desserts, in place of whipped cream.

Jan 17, 2008 - Debbie Kwiatoski

Baba Ganoush and Mouhamara ( a Sweet Red Pepper and Walnut Dip), make a Great Additions to the Holiday or Party Table

Dec 16, 2007 - Debbie Kwiatoski

This Particular Kind of Pastegh (or Bastegh) is also a Fruit Leather, but is admittedly a bit trickier to make than the mashed fruit-based kinds.

Dec 14, 2007 - Debbie Kwiatoski

Centuries Before Fruit Roll-Ups Hit Grocery Store Shelves, Pastegh - Made from Mashed and Dried Fruits - were Popular and Important Foodstuffs in a Bedouin Saddlebag.

Dec 14, 2007 - Debbie Kwiatoski

Home-made Jelly Doughnuts Fried in Oil are Special Treats during Chanukah. These Little Beauties Take Bit of Time and Effort, but are well worth the effort.

Dec 2, 2007 - Debbie Kwiatoski

Making These Chanukah Chocolate Coins is an Easy, Fun, Craft Activity to do with Children, as You Tell Them the Story of the Jewish Festival of Lights

Dec 2, 2007 - Debbie Kwiatoski

During the Festival of Lights, Jews enjoy many holiday foods which require quantities of oil to prepare, in commemoration of the Temple oil burning for eight days.

Dec 2, 2007 - Debbie Kwiatoski

These Armenian Christmas Cookies Taste just like classic Gurabia Cookies. But they are Easier to Make and Taste Great any Time of Year.

Nov 25, 2007 - Debbie Kwiatoski

Sugar was first Cultivated in the Middle East and Figures highly in its Cuisines. Holiday Goodies, Like Paklava, Lokma, and Marzipans are "Musts" for Holiday Entertaining

Nov 25, 2007 - Debbie Kwiatoski

This Traditional Armenian 'Sweet Soup' or Pudding Dessert is Served at the Conclusion of an Armenian Christmas or New Year's Meal.

Nov 11, 2007 - Debbie Kwiatoski

Many Armenian Orthodox Christian traditions date far back into the mists of the 5th Century. Food plays a huge role in keeping Christmas properly.

Nov 3, 2007 - Debbie Kwiatoski

Whether it's for afternoon Mezzes or for the perfect ending to a spicy Middle Eastern meal, these two cakes are traditional favorites. They are also incredibly rich.

Oct 11, 2007 - Debbie Kwiatoski

Once you buy the Phyllo Dough in the Freezer Section of Your Supermarket, Making this Dessert is Easy - If a bit Time-Consuming.

Oct 9, 2007 - Debbie Kwiatoski

Dolmas are a Perfect Way to Use the Summer Harvest.

Sep 22, 2007 - Debbie Kwiatoski

Refrigerator pickles take small amounts of produce from the garden and transforms them into the perfect companion for a late summer meal - or a meze table.

Sep 5, 2007 - Debbie Kwiatoski

New York is studying the economic viability of collecting the woody waste leftover from the Adirondack logging industry and converting it to biofuel.

Aug 31, 2007 - Debbie Kwiatoski

83,413 tons less of greenhouse gases, 216,000 barrels of oil, and annual energy savings of 21,000 kilowatts are the result of a new SUNY program.

Aug 31, 2007 - Debbie Kwiatoski

Is Coal a Viable Altternative Fuel Source for Our Cars, Homes and Factories? How is It Made> Is It Cost Effective? Is It Polluting?

Aug 22, 2007 - Debbie Kwiatoski

While the Ground Sesame Seed Version of this Staple Middle Eastern Dessert is Probably Best Bought, This Farina- Based Version is Slightly less Sweet and Easy to Make.

Aug 17, 2007 - Debbie Kwiatoski

Despite an extensive clean-up, on-going monitoring by state health officials, and no signs of contamination, rumours and misinformation still plague SUNY New Paltz.

Aug 14, 2007 - Debbie Kwiatoski