Georgian STREET FOOD in KUTAISI - Kebabs & Nazuki + Attractions | Georgia

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My whirlwind adventures through the Republic of Georgia continued in the beautiful city of Kutaisi in the western part of the country. Join me as I take you around to explore the food, sites, and culture of this amazing historical city!
Kutaisi is one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities on Earth. It dates back to at least the sixth and fifth centuries BC. Back then, it served as the capital of the Colchis, a historical region that hugged the eastern Black Sea coast. It’s believed that Kutaisi was the final destination of Jason and the Argonauts from the Greek epic “Argonautica!”
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My friend and guide Tim from Friendly GE and I started in the town of Surami, which is roughly midway between Tbilisi and Kutaisi. Lots of people stop there on their road trips to buy sweet bread, which is sold by lots of women on the side of the road!
We stopped at a shop called Nazuki Sergo to get a sweet cinnamon bread called nazuki, which contains raisins! We hit the road again and passed into western Georgia, which is hilly and warmer than eastern Georgia.
There are two sides of Kutaisi: the old, historical part nestled between some hills, and the modern city built by the Soviets. It reminded me of Veliko Tarnovo in Bulgaria.
In Tsentraluri Moedani Square is a large fountain that features replicas of ancient archaeological relics, and motifs of the Golden Fleece! It’s actually a tribute to the Kingdom of Colchis!
Nearby is the Meskhishvili Theatre and Kutaisi Park. The park is beautiful and full of fountains and sculptures.
Then, we passed the Kutaisi State Opera and Ballet Theatre, which looked a lot like the Sanctum from Doctor Strange! Kutaisi was the artistic capital of Georgia, so it’s famous for its artists, poets, and musicians.
Finally, we arrived at Bikentia’s Kebabery, which is basically a Georgian tavern that serves kebabs and beer. It’s very popular among locals and serves the best kebabs in town!
We ordered a battered and fried beef & pork kebab and two cold beers. The beer was so nice and refreshing. The kebabs came topped with a pile of onion and cilantro and came in a rich tomato sauce.
It was so delicious, meaty, and lightly fried, and the sauce was incredible. It was one of my favorite kebabs ever! I added some chili flakes to add a kick of heat. Best of all, these kebabs are the only thing on the menu, along with soda and beer!
They were so good I ordered some more and toasted with a fellow customer. Everyone there was so nice! And it’s cheap-three kebabs, bread, and beer will only cost you GEL 14/$5 USD!
From there, we walked one minute to the White Bridge, one of three historical bridges in the city. It crosses the Rioni River and has some beautiful designs and transparent panels in it. It also offers great views!
Then, we drove across the Chain Bridge to a rich neighborhood with great views over the historical center of the city. We arrived at Bagrati Cathedral, which was built in the 11th century and destroyed in the 17th century by the Ottomans. Reconstruction began in the mid-20th century and was complete in 2012.
You can see the old structure as well as an odd modern addition that doesn’t mesh with the old architecture. We saw the old pillars and then headed up the stairs to the bell tower. You can see the differences between the old and new parts of the cathedral inside!
Unfortunately, because of the new addition, the cathedral was removed from the list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Outside, we saw a big iron cross standing in the grass and finally enjoyed some stunning views of Kutaisi!
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[@maxmaestro7226]

I had exactly those Kebabs a couple of weeks ago and can't agree more. Extremely delicious and unique. Cheers from Germany

[@Davidsbeenhere]

oh man sooooo good!

[@Khilji313]

Nothing is more good than having tasty meal with friendly peoples all over there. MAN ! I have to say that your GEORGIA Food tour is one of the best in your food tours. Greeting from Pakistan.

[@Davidsbeenhere]

thank you so much!

[@sandeepsingha85]

The food looks yammy.... Georgia is very beautiful.

[@irakliqv]

Well done David, you did exactly like we Georgians do, when traveling from east to west, Stop to Sergo's to buy Nazuki, then in Zestaponi to drink coffee (you obviously missed this part) and last in Kutaisi to eat Bikentia's Kebab the best one in whole Georgia, and Kudos to Tim, he really knows his stuff, good guide and heavy drinker which is must in our part of the world.

[@Davidsbeenhere]

yes Tim is the best and this journey is amazing! No better way to see Georgia i really love this country!

[@islynmercurius3338]

David you are teaching me a lot about Georgia I am happy to learn some huge building I love the fountain The food looks delicious especially the way you ate tells me you enjoyed every thing the people are friendly stay safe ❤️ thanks 🙏 for sharing

[@Davidsbeenhere]

thank you so much! Georgia is amazing :)

[@davitgurjiani3043]

All good people -welcome to Georgia!!!!

[@93atri]

Another awesome Georgian Town/City with it's Historical Places and Bakeries, Restaurants/ Eateries along wid stunning View Points !!

[@Davidsbeenhere]

this city is epic! I will buy property here one day!!

[@mosatsoni4324]

Ancient name of Kutaisi was Aia, derived from king Aeëtes of Colchis, who is featured in the legend of the Jason and the Argonauts. Aia was the capital of Colchis. Hence the Golden Fleece fountain.

[@mckaynan2094]

I can't thank you enough for posting so many cool video footage of Georgia! It's so BEAUTIFUL there! I'm jealous=)

[@neboanna]

I'm so happy u explored my home city tourists don't explore it much for som reasons but in my opinion it's one of the best citys here and ty

[@jovegajo]

I went to that kebab place! It was SO good

[@jasonsong6747]

Yesssssss them kababs look so delicious! Awesome restaurant - putting this on my list!

[@Davidsbeenhere]

dude you have no idea!

[@minagoldenshteyn9128]

I like guide too! He looks like easy to travel with and very knowledgeable and cute:))) great video is very entertaining 😊👍

[@BhajanSangeetSaini]

Oh man beautiful place delicious food cold beer pure heaven.

[@Georgian2go]

Those Kebabs look amazing... Random Fact: the singer Katie Melua is originally from Kutaisi. I had dinner with her, her mom and brother at some point when they were visiting Hamburg. I absolutely love how your videos are shot and edited and that there's constant great quality...I LIKE your videos within the first few seconds because I can guarantee the rest is amazing (and you never disappoint). I love how you wear the k'evsuruli hat which isn't a given when it comes to foreigners (as, to some extend it takes guts to wear any folk clothes)! You wear it with style without looking dressed up!

[@aysenurfidan1122]

The way you are enjoying the food makes my mouth water 😁 I will be in Georgia in December and will stay there for a while. I can't wait for it!

[@TOPTRAVELVLOG]

Wonderful video. Nice creation. Great work friend.

[@mariahoffmann5328]

very good!!

[@vrod1a]

Just found your videos, very well done with down to earth approach to different cultures and foods, Well done 👍

[@winstonmarlboro7254]

USA>🍷

[@DatoGurjiani]

The point in this dish is not a kebab itself -but a sauce!!!! I wanna still a recipie!!! Although I can make many super tomato sauces - that one -is super of the super!!!!

[@MiroslavMates]

That kebab made me hungry again. Juicy!

[@Davidsbeenhere]

jajajaj me too!

[@lesliemiller8396]

David I love bread and that would probably be the reason I couldn't enjoy all the other delicious food 😋 Your content is awesome and again Tim is one cool cat😎😂I have a deceased son named Tim and he probably would've been cool just like him👍🙏💕 Blessings to the both of you 😚

[@Davidsbeenhere]

so sorry to hear for your loss. I will keep your family in my prayers!

[@lesliemiller8396]

@@Davidsbeenhere Aww Thank you so much 🙏💕

[@IrakliGogava]

in Georgian, the random guy in the kebab shop was saying : did you like in here?.. and also he said to his friend that you seem like an awesome dude! " lol .

[@rashidalakhverdiev5489]

I tried nazuki. It’s delicious

[@farfromillusion]

Gaumarjos!

[@rosethomas9381]

Yummy!

[@tanishqnambiar8698]

Lots of bread🍞🥖😄

[@najibhourany6025]

Wonderfull video I ate kutaisan kebab when i was in tbilissi

[@bluedotdragon]

You guys made me want to eat

[@fjnfffunnn4572]

💖💖Welcome 💗💗💗🇬🇪🇬🇪🇬🇪

[@emilybh6255]

I'd love to know what they put in the sauce in your kebab meal you said was "the best of the trip".

[@levanimatcharadze5068]

😘😍🥰🇬🇪❤🙏

[@Vin_1985]

The Bread that you had in the beginning of the video seems similar to Indian "Buns" made from Banana and dough. It's eaten in Karnataka, India.

[@Davidsbeenhere]

yes sooooo good!

[@gabrielguardia8646]

We loves you

[@indianfoodartists3579]

That souse looks good on the kebab!

[@lucasresno2076]

You were lucky to have hot weather now we have the worst weather possible raining all day long..

[@annebell7274]

Enjoyable 🌹🙏🙏🌹

[@nugzardonguzashvili6673]

o Oh man you have a good appetite!

[@gantobury]

Bro just scoffed those kebabs, absolutely amazing

[@Timmy1946]

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[@goednieuwsjournaal9142]

Did you end up making a video of how your friend grows and processes his own teas? I would actually love to see how black tea is made to be honest

[@johnmellos9946]

Dude those kabobs look delicious.

[@postiatomi]

What time of the year was this filmed? November?

[@jubin12345]

This is like eating in Bangalore. Stand, Eat and Drink.

[@nudawn110]

david uare the most charming us diplomat on the loose. in these times we need nothing less in eurasia

[@NomadShoiku]

U eat so cleanly & neatly (surprising) & handsomely.

[@xii5394]

❤❤❤❤🥰

[@ddsvlogs5294]

Love from india

[@NomadShoiku]

Ohh.. this weighing thing is also available in Istanbul, although it's strange as to why would people want to weigh themselves suddenly? Also, we can just buy ourselves a weighing scale, right?

[@FoodieMeatsFood]

I can tell you really enjoyed the kebab especially considering you went back for more 🤣

[@Davidsbeenhere]

you have no idea!

[@ЛамзираКардава-р1и]

რა კარგი ახალგაზრდები არიან❤ როგორ უხდება ქუდი😊😊😅😅

[@cookwithtabbu7003]

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[@zakirshaikh3194]

Tabbu ji u..looks so beautiful 😘😊👌

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[@Davidsbeenhere]

obrigado!!

[@davitgurjiani3043]

Georgia is super tasty....But Imereti -Kutaisi are just super among all jf georgian regions!!! Georgia - is superhospitable but Imereti -is numero uno!!!

[@jisnajisna969]

David sir.... I want to travel with u

[@michaelandersson4926]

😋👍

[@sajmirkraja4222]

Super GEORGIA, NUMBER ONE ALBANIA FOOD SUPER BIO

[@snehabane6537]

Whenever you come india again. Must u have to come home ❤

[@winner9712]

🍻🍺🍜Kababi

[@knoppmaxx]

For 5$ even in a poorest country you couldn’t get such delicious food

[@tikasisvadze9661]

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[@txttrpp9452]

ohhhh fk my hometown

[@gabrielguardia8646]

Please Back to Brasil

[@gabrielguardia8646]

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[@gabrielguardia8646]

Please Back to brazil

[@nugzardonguzashvili6673]

ჩვენიანს ძაან უხდება თავის ბებოს კასინკა თავზე! სარკეში ჩაიხედე!

[@katerinaeratze8152]

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@@katerinaeratze8152 თავი ხომ არაფერს მიარტყი?

[@gabrielguardia8646]

Please Back to brazil Amazônia please

[@pg618]

There is roadside food on the way and there are restaurants inside Kutaisi but there is no street food. Name me one place. It is the only country I have ever been in that does not have food stalls in the food market.

[@Hisfirstkill]

Huh there is.... enough streetfood in Kutaisi

[@pg618]

@@Hisfirstkill you still cannot name one at all and you have proven my point.

[@Hisfirstkill]

@@pg618 living in Sakartvelo... but maybe you know better lol

[@pg618]

@@Hisfirstkill me too and I also have 14 countries to compare it to.

[@sasaraki7255]

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[@gabrielguardia8646]

Brazillllllllllllllllll

[@TVCHLORD]

thumbnail looks like gordon ramsay

[@60sekundenpolitik]

Georgian Ramsay.

[@albusha5150]

Come on! Let's get it straight? Albanian or Georgian food from 1 to 10?

[@zakirshaikh3194]

Bro u drinking beer .drink no problem but put down that hat that u wear on ur head pls

[@natiaana1]

gaUmarjos not gamarjos)))

[@TomTom-dc1gg]

Food looks horrible

[@gabrielguardia8646]

Please Back to brazil

[@gabrielguardia8646]

Please Back to brazil