Tbilisi Culinary Adventure with a Tea Tasting Ceremony
3 h
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About this activity
Food might seem like just an ordinary thing that we require daily for survival and it is, but the Georgians know how to make every single meal a unique and fun social occasion! For centuries, traditions of toast-making, food sharing and slow cooking have been kept alive by enthusiastic local cooks. Today, we’re going to experience a meal, Georgian-style and tap into their particular brand of hospitable magic.
Georgia’s cuisine is a unique fusion of Middle Eastern, Persian and other influences. It can be characterised by an abundance of fresh green herbs, vegetables, garlic, walnuts, different kinds of bread, cheese and generous meat dishes. Our tour will begin with an introduction to Georgian cooking with a stop at one of our favourite little gastronomic stores, where we’ll explore the eclectic assortment of spices and cheeses and talk about the origins of traditional Georgian food.
Next we will stroll the backstreets of the Old Town towards a restaurant that’s popular with the locals for its traditional cuisine. Here we’ll dine on khinkali (dumplings filled with meat and steaming broth), Georgian salad and vegetable pkhali (crushed aubergine/spinach/beetroot with walnut and garlic paste) which we will wash down with a glass of local wine or even chacha (a type of strong, local brandy) if you're brave enough.
Our final stop is a museum/shop that focusses on all things ‘tea.’. You will learn about some of the old school tea traditions that were embraced during Tbilisi's heyday as a major trading stop on the Silk Route. We’ll also discuss the growing revival of tea-drinking in Georgia while we indulge in a tea ceremony that are ancestors would be proud of! Our host will share his fascinating stories about his work and his life growing up in Tbilisi.
Your tour ends here but if you wish to continue your food and drink adventure, your guide will be able to recommend more stops to keep those hunger and thirst pangs at bay. Before you go, don’t forget to ask for more tips on what else to there is to see and do in Tbilisi while you’re in town.
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Georgia’s cuisine is a unique fusion of Middle Eastern, Persian and other influences. It can be characterised by an abundance of fresh green herbs, vegetables, garlic, walnuts, different kinds of bread, cheese and generous meat dishes. Our tour will begin with an introduction to Georgian cooking with a stop at one of our favourite little gastronomic stores, where we’ll explore the eclectic assortment of spices and cheeses and talk about the origins of traditional Georgian food.
Next we will stroll the backstreets of the Old Town towards a restaurant that’s popular with the locals for its traditional cuisine. Here we’ll dine on khinkali (dumplings filled with meat and steaming broth), Georgian salad and vegetable pkhali (crushed aubergine/spinach/beetroot with walnut and garlic paste) which we will wash down with a glass of local wine or even chacha (a type of strong, local brandy) if you're brave enough.
Our final stop is a museum/shop that focusses on all things ‘tea.’. You will learn about some of the old school tea traditions that were embraced during Tbilisi's heyday as a major trading stop on the Silk Route. We’ll also discuss the growing revival of tea-drinking in Georgia while we indulge in a tea ceremony that are ancestors would be proud of! Our host will share his fascinating stories about his work and his life growing up in Tbilisi.
Your tour ends here but if you wish to continue your food and drink adventure, your guide will be able to recommend more stops to keep those hunger and thirst pangs at bay. Before you go, don’t forget to ask for more tips on what else to there is to see and do in Tbilisi while you’re in town.
Included
- Local English-speaking tour guide
- Lunch with khinkali (local kind of dumplings stuffed with meat or cheese)
- Cold appetizers
- A glass of local wine or a shot of chacha
- Georgian tea tasting
Not included
- Additional food and drink
- Items of a personal nature
- Tips and gratuities for the guide
Additional
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Dress standard: Please wear comfortable walking shoes for sightseeing on foot. In the summertime (from May to September) it is highly recommended to wear sunscreen and a hat to protect yourself from direct sunshine.
- Men should remove their hats and avoid wearing shorts
- For your Urban Adventure you will be in a small group of a maximum of 6 people
- This is a child-friendly tour. Children under the age of 6 are permitted to join this tour free of charge.
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
Features
Food
70%
Tourism
55%
Original
55%
Cultural
25%
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