Date: Saturday, February 22, 2025
Join us at Barton Springs Mill for a hands-on exploration of Georgian cuisine as we craft Khinkali—traditional, juicy dumplings bursting with savory Angus ground beef and authentic Georgian spices. Under the expert guidance of culinary instructor Katya Lyukum, you'll discover the remarkable qualities of Butler’s Gold Heirloom Flour, learning firsthand why heirloom grains produce superior flavor and texture.
Khinkali are a staple of Georgian feasts, celebrated for their juicy meat filling and iconic pleated tops. Legend has it they originated in the mountainous regions of Georgia, where hearty fare was essential for traversing rugged terrain. Traditional Khinkali are grabbed by the top (aka kudi or “hat”), turned upside down, and eaten with your hands—sip the hot, flavorful broth inside before devouring the rest. Then, you can eat the rest of the dumpling, except for the part you’ve been using as a holder, the “hat.” Since khinkali is a communal dish, watch how many “hats” you collect on your plate to ensure nobody’s left behind.
Enjoy the satisfying payoff of tasting your freshly made Khinkali together at the end of class—the best part of any cooking adventure! Get a behind-the-scenes look at Barton Springs Mill with our Education Director. Learn how we source, test, and mill heirloom grains to preserve their integrity and flavor. Take home your newfound passion for heirloom grains! After class, you’ll receive a 15% discount on Barton Springs Mill products, ensuring you can continue to master heirloom baking and cooking at home.
Key Takeaways:
Come celebrate Georgian tradition, heritage grains, and unforgettable flavors in this unique culinary experience!
BYOB is fine by us for participants 21+ 🥂
Class Policies:
TICKETS ARE FINAL SALE, NON-REFUNDABLE, and NON-TRANSFERABLE TO OTHER CLASSES. You may transfer tickets to another person to attend in your place - simply have them check in under the original name used to purchase the ticket(s).
By purchasing tickets to attend one of our classes, you acknowledge that you have read and agreed to our Participant Class Policies and Media Release. Close-toed shoes and a head covering (such as a baseball cap) required for all classes.
Touring our facility requires that all participants adhere to health guidelines - all touring participants (included in ticket) will be required to remove most jewelry and piercings, and wear a beard net (if applicable) and/or hair net that effectively restraints all hair, including mustaches, goatees, and any other facial hair. Close-toed shoes are required for entering any part of our facility. No exceptions.
In keeping with the low COVID risk level in Travis County, masks are optional and up to personal discretion for this class.
In the event of class cancellation, we will email you to notify you of a canceled class.