George Mardikian: Biography, Facts and Career
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George Magar Mardikian (Armenian: Ջորջ Մարտիկյան) (November 7, 1903 – October 23, 1977) was a Turkish-born American restaurateur, chef, author and philanthropist of Armenian heritage. In 1938, he opened Omar Khayyam's restaurant in San Francisco, California, which was open for more than 40 years. He was important in popularizing Armenian cuisine in the US. Mardikian was the founder of American National Committee To Aid Homeless Armenians (ANCHA). His uncle was Armenian revolutionary Krikor Amirian.
Quick facts about George Mardikian
- Full name: George Mardikian
- Born: 1903-11-07
- Nationality: United States
- Known as: Chef
- Wikidata ID: Q5542135
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Who is George Mardikian?
George Magar Mardikian (Armenian: Ջորջ Մարտիկյան) (November 7, 1903 – October 23, 1977) was a Turkish-born American restaurateur, chef, author and philanthropist of Armenian heritage.
What nationality is George Mardikian?
George Mardikian is United States.
When was George Mardikian born?
George Mardikian was born on 1903-11-07.
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