STARTER: Spinach Artichoke Dip
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This rich and creamy dip became popular in American restaurants in the late 20th century, combining tender spinach, artichokes, and melted cheese into a warm, comforting appetizer. Using marinated artichokes adds extra depth of flavor and a slight tang that makes the dip even more irresistible.
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• Appetizers
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SOUP: Kharcho (Georgian Beef & Rice Soup)
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Kharcho is one of the most famous Georgian soups, known for its rich beef broth, warming spices, herbs, garlic, and balanced heat. Traditional kharcho is deeply aromatic and hearty, with slow-cooked broth forming the foundation of the dish. The combination of tomatoes, cilantro, garlic, and khmeli suneli creates its unmistakable flavor.
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• Soups
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SALAD: Spinach Salad with Tangerines and Pomegranate Seeds
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Pomegranate seeds — or arils — have been symbols of fertility, prosperity, and eternal life for thousands of years. In ancient Persia and Greece, the pomegranate was considered a sacred fruit connected to goddesses like Persephone and Aphrodite. Today, it’s still a sign of good luck and renewal in many cultures — and nutrition-wise, it’s packed with antioxidants that support heart health and glowing skin.
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• Salads
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MAIN COURSE: Stewed chicken (Chakhokbili)
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Chakhokhbili is a flavorful Georgian chicken stew with tomatoes and fresh herbs, often cooked with onions, garlic, and a blend of spices. It’s traditionally made with pheasant, but chicken is commonly used.
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• Breakfast
• Entrees
• Dinner
• Grill
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DESSERT: Baklava
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Baklava gets better with time as the flavors meld together, making it even more irresistible the next day!
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• Baking
• Tortes
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NEW RECIPE
Lavender Syrup
Lavender syrup has long been made in Provence, France, where fields of fragrant lavender bloom every summer. This homemade version uses freshly harvested culinary lavender blossoms to create a delicate floral syrup that pairs beautifully with coffee, tea, lemonade, sparkling water, cocktails, and desserts. The flavor is subtle and elegant—never overpowering—when steeped for the proper amount of time.
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