Try Local Cuisine

Batumi’s local culinary experience is a must-try for any visitor, offering a taste of Georgia's rich gastronomic traditions. Start by joining a supra, a traditional Georgian feast where you'll indulge in a variety of dishes like nigvziani badrijani (eggplant rolls with walnut paste), mtsvadi (grilled meat), and khinkali (savory dumplings). Led by a toastmaster known as tamada, the feast is filled with hearty toasts and delicious local wines. For a true local experience, don’t miss adjaruli khachapuri, Batumi's iconic boat-shaped bread, filled with cheese, butter, and a runny egg yolk.

Batumi is also known for unique regional dishes like iakhni, a flavorful beef stew often served at weddings, and sinori, a rich breakfast dish made with puff pastry, garlic, and cottage cheese. Satisfy your sweet tooth with pelamushi, a grape pudding, or churchkhela, a traditional walnut candy. For a truly indulgent dessert, you can try Adjarian baklava, made with layers of pastry, walnuts, and sugar, reflecting the region’s dedication to craftsmanship and flavor.