Pairing Lahmajoun correctly — a note on Armenian brandy

Most people overlook how much the right drink changes Lahmajoun. I ordered it with Armenian brandy and the warmly herbal elements of the dish sharpened considerably against the pairing. tarragon in particular became more prominent in a good way.

Armenia claims the world's oldest winery dating to 4100 BC and has a deep wine-making heritage. The an Armenian diaspora community event is where you learn these pairings — they evolved together. If you've been having Lahmajoun with the wrong drink, try it correctly once. It's a genuinely different experience. The restaurant deserves credit for getting this right.