What dishes will I cook and eat?

You'll prepare khinkali (Georgian soup dumplings) and khachapuri (cheese-filled bread), then taste these alongside eggplant with walnuts, Georgian salad, and cornbread. All ingredients are provided by the host family.

Is wine included, and what type?

Yes. You'll sample homemade Georgian wine and chacha (a traditional grape spirit) paired throughout the meal. Quantities are moderate and designed for tasting.

How many people typically attend?

Tours are small-group experiences held in a local family's home, ensuring an intimate, personalised atmosphere rather than large group settings.

What time does the tour start and end?

Check-in is at 17:30 at Avlabari Metro Station; the tour departs at 18:00 and concludes around 21:00 (3 hours total).

Can I request accommodation for dietary restrictions?

Inform the organiser in advance of any allergies or dietary preferences so the host family can adjust the menu and cooking class accordingly.

Is this suitable for beginners with no cooking experience?

Yes. The host family guides you step-by-step through traditional recipes; no prior cooking knowledge is required, and the focus is on learning and enjoyment.

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Tbilisi Food Tour in a Local Family

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Tbilisi, Georgia

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About this activity

Join a local Georgian family for an immersive 3-hour evening food experience in Tbilisi, where you'll taste authentic dishes like khinkali and khachapuri while learning to cook them hands-on. This intimate cultural exchange combines traditional cuisine, homemade wine, and the warmth of Georgian hospitality in a home setting.

Meeting point: Avlabari Metro Station

Endpoint: A Local Family

Available dates: Every day

Meeting & Check-in time: 17:30

Boarding time: 17:55

Departure time: 18:00

End time: 21:00

Duration: 3 hours

People who like to travel choose Georgia because of its magic culture, friendly people, delicious food, and unique wine. With a half-day food tour, we allow you to explore, experience, study, and feel all of them.

In three hours, you try essential cuisine dishes like Khinkali, Khachapuri, Eggplant with Walnuts, Georgian Salad, and Cornbread. At the same time, during the masterclass, you study how to cook it, and you try homemade Georgian wine and homemade Chacha, which makes you dance the Cha Cha Cha.

Highlights

✓Hands-on cooking class for khinkali (soup dumplings) and khachapuri (cheese bread)
✓Taste 5+ signature Georgian dishes including eggplant with walnuts and fresh salad
✓Sample homemade Georgian wine and chacha (traditional spirit) paired with meals
✓Learn family recipes and cooking techniques directly from locals
✓Experience authentic Georgian culture and hospitality in a home environment

Insider tips

★Arrive hungry—Georgian portions are generous and the evening spans dinner service
★Wear comfortable clothing; cooking class involves standing and active participation
★Ask your hosts about the stories behind each dish; food is deeply tied to Georgian tradition and family history
★Bring cash or confirm payment method in advance; small family operations may have limited card facilities

Good to know

•Meeting point: Avlabari Metro Station; depart 18:00, return approximately 21:00
•Tour includes all food tastings, wine, and cooking instruction; no additional costs mentioned
•Small group setting in a private home; inform organisers of dietary restrictions in advance
•Comfortable walking shoes recommended; may involve stairs or uneven surfaces in residential areas

Who it's for

Food lovers seeking authentic, hands-on culinary experiences beyond restaurantsCultural explorers wanting intimate connections with local familiesCooking enthusiasts interested in learning traditional Georgian techniquesSmall groups or couples looking for memorable evening activities in Tbilisi

Best time to visit

Evening tours (17:30–21:00) capture the authentic dinner atmosphere and social rituals of Georgian dining. Available year-round, though spring and autumn offer the most pleasant temperatures for walking to the family's home.

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Reviews

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Claire B.

Apr 2026

our host Nadia had so many stories and the slow-cooked tagine was the highlight, and for our anniversary, 10/10

Priya W.

Dec 2025

our host Aiko really knew their stuff and a glass of the local red was the highlight, and miles ahead of a similar food tour we tried in Cape Town.

Priya R.

Oct 2025

our host Mateo really knew their stuff and the slow-cooked tagine was the highlight. Went last tuesday so it wasnt too busy. Blew our phuket one out of the water, and rolled home properly stuffed. Would book again no question.

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