Pkhali for a dinner party — went down extremely well

I made Pkhali for eight guests who had varying familiarity with the cuisine. Every single person asked for the recipe. The nutty and aromatic profile was the main talking point — no one had quite experienced sulguni cheese used that way before.

the Georgian supra feast is a ritual occasion with formal toasts guided by a tamada toastmaster. I explained the a family Sunday table context as I served it which helped people appreciate it fully. Borjomi mineral water was what I offered alongside and it worked perfectly. Excellent dinner party dish — impressive without being inaccessible.