Ghapama as comfort food — exactly what I needed

Some dishes exist to comfort and Ghapama is absolutely in that category. The rich from slow-cooked lamb quality works on something almost primal — you feel the warmth of it immediately. tarragon does work that no substitute can replicate.

Armenia claims the world's oldest winery dating to 4100 BC and has a deep wine-making heritage. There's something about the an Armenian diaspora community event context that reinforces the comfort effect. Armenian cognac alongside is the traditional way and it makes complete sense. I come back to this dish when I need something dependable and restorative.