Svan salt

Tapa is a large flat frying pan on which the chicken carcass is flattened when frying, hence the correct Georgian name of the dish - "chicken tapaka", that is, cooked on tapa. Where did tobacco come from? Most likely, just by consonance, there was a broken telephone, as often happens with names borrowed from a foreign language. Chicken tapaka is a portioned dish, a small chicken is just enough to fill up a person with a good appetite, it is not customary to share it. You should not marinate the bird in spices for too long, otherwise they will drown out the taste of the chicken, thirty minutes will be enough. But you should definitely beat it well and then press it against the frying pan with a press (a large cast iron frying pan works great as a press) : the bird will be fried through and covered with a golden crust. Khatuna Kolbaya, co-owner of Saperavi Café and "Vai Me!" shared the recipe with us

Khatuna Kolbaya, co-owner of Saperavi Café and "Vai Me!" shared the recipe with us. "Ojakhuri" is translated from Georgian as "family", from the word "ojahi" - "family". This is the name of one of the most famous and hearty dishes of Georgian cuisine . It consists of potatoes, onions, garlic, tomatoes, herbs, Georgian spices and meat, usually pork, because pork is an inexpensive, everyday, homemade meat. But if you cut it into small pieces and stew it with Svan salt , khmeli-suneli and basic tomato sauce satsebeli, and most importantly, generously sprinkle with cilantro, then everyday pork will literally blossom. Depending on the season, you can add new colors to the ojakhuri, for example, in the fall, replace some of the potatoes with quince, and in the winter with celery.

Recipe taken from the magazine "1000 tips for the cook.

Fried mushrooms with cilantro in the Georgian style is a refined dish where the aroma of forest mushrooms combines with the rich spice of cilantro. Inspired by Georgian culinary traditions, this recipe blends the earthy flavor of oyster mushrooms, the intensity of dried porcini, and the spiciness of Svan salt. The mushrooms are first sautéed in butter and vegetable oil to create a crispy golden crust and then infused with garlic and red wine vinegar aromas. Cilantro adds freshness and vibrant character to the dish, making it an ideal complement to meat or a standalone snack. The dish captivates with its rich flavors and unusual texture, creating a harmony of spices and ingredients characteristic of Georgian cuisine.

Eggplant pancakes with tomato salad are a refined dish of Russian cuisine that embodies the warmth of summer vegetables and the aromas of fresh herbs. Baked eggplants acquire a tender, velvety texture and a light sweetness that harmonizes with the spicy onion and fresh cilantro. The slight acidity of the tomatoes in the salad complements the rich flavor of the pancakes, while dill and fragrant oil add exquisite notes of freshness. This dish is perfect for a summer lunch or dinner when you crave something light yet flavorful. It pairs wonderfully as a standalone treat or alongside meat and fish dishes. Eggplant pancakes exemplify how simple ingredients can create a dish capable of surprising and providing gastronomic pleasure.

Chef Lara Katsova shared the recipe with us.

Brand chef Mikhail Mikhailov shared with us a recipe from the Bulgakov bar menu.

The chef of the restaurant "Erti" shared the recipe with us.

The chef of the Erti restaurant shared the recipe with us.

Khatuna Kolbaya, owner of Saperavi Café, shared the recipe with us.

The recipe was shared with us by Gaik Egiazaryan, chef of the Erti restaurant.

Homemade meatballs in tomato sauce are a cozy dish of Russian cuisine, infused with traditions and the warmth of home. Their origin traces back to ancient recipes where meat was combined with grains, creating a nutritious and aromatic treat. Tender meatballs made from juicy minced meat with rice and spices are fried to a delicious crust and then baked in a rich tomato sauce that gives them a rich flavor with a slight tanginess. Sour cream softens the sauce while vegetables add juiciness. This dish pairs perfectly with mashed potatoes or fresh vegetables. Meatballs can be served as an everyday meal, but their aroma and taste make them an excellent choice for family celebrations.

Beautiful goose, cooked according to a Georgian recipe: with Svan salt, utskho-suneli and tkemali. The recipe was shared with us by the chef of the Georgian cuisine restaurant "Tkemali" Kakhaber Kozaev.

In this recipe, you can choose the cooking method yourself: both a grill and a home oven will do. The Svan salt mentioned in the recipe is sold in specialized shops or markets. Recipe from Pavel Petukhova , chef of the Zaryadye gastronomic center.

Recipe from Yuri Manchuk, chef of Charlie restaurant.