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Khash
Khash is a liquid hot soup, one of the ancient Armenian dishes. The name "Khash" originated from the Armenian word "khashel", the names of other dishes (khashlama, khashu, khashil) originated from the same word. In Armenian literature, broth is referred to as "khashou" or "khashoy" since the 11th century, for the first time in the work "Relief of Fevers" by Grigor Magistros.
Making khash is a whole ritual, when men gather in the evening and cook the food on a low heat all night.
Beef legs are mainly used in the preparation of khash. The dish is traditionally eaten early in the morning, before breakfast, or instead in the cold weather of the year, in autumn, winter and early spring.
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Armenian herbal tea: a delicious and healing tradition
Armenia is a country rich in history, culture, and traditions, and one of these traditions is the use of herbal tea for healing and wellness. Armenian herbal tea is a delicious and aromatic drink that has been used for centuries to treat various ailments and promote overall health.
Herbal teas can be made with fresh or dried flowers, fruit, leaves, seeds or roots. The most consumed infusions are thyme tincture, wild and domestic mint, linden leaves, pomegranate flowers, dried pomegranate peel, etc. Leaves and flowers harvested in the season, washed, dried in the sun and kept throughout the year. One of the most popular teas among the locals is an infusion of mint or thyme, or both mixed together.
