Churchkhela

I ate Churchkhela at three different restaurants in the same week to compare. The results were illuminating. The use of blue fenugreek varied significantly — only one got it right. The nutty and aromatic profile should be consistent but interpretation differs widely. Georgia claims one of the world…

I've now had Churchkhela prepared traditionally and in a modern interpretation. Both are interesting. The traditional version emphasises blue fenugreek in the way the Georgian supra feast is a ritual occasion with formal toasts guided by a tamada toastmaster. The nutty and aromatic character is more…