The Varazi journal
The Journal

Stories from the Garden

Recipes, seasonal menus and tales from our table — a little taste of Tbilisi between visits.

Folding khinkali
Tradition · 5 min read

The Art of Folding the Perfect Khinkali

Twenty pleats, one knot, and decades of practice — inside the morning ritual that fills our kitchen.

Craft beer
Beer Garden · 4 min read

Pairing Georgian Dishes with Craft Draughts

From a hoppy lager with mtsvadi to a dark ale beside lobio — our guide to the perfect pour.

A full sufra
Culture · 6 min read

What Makes a Real Georgian Sufra

More than a meal — the toasts, the tamada and the spirit that turns dinner into a celebration.

Seasonal cocktails
Drinks · 3 min read

Summer in the Garden: Our Seasonal Cocktails

Tarragon, pomegranate and Georgian spirits — the bright flavours behind this season's menu.

Mtsvadi on the grill
Mangal · 5 min read

Mastering the Mangal: Fire, Smoke & Patience

Why vine-wood embers make all the difference, straight from our grill master Levan.

House dessert
Sweet · 4 min read

Behind Sofia's Daily Dessert Creations

A peek into the pastry kitchen, where tradition meets a little modern whimsy.