Join a Local for a Market Tour, Cooking Class and Meal in her Tbilisi Home
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4.8/5
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Is Join a Local for a Market Tour, Cooking Class and Meal in her Tbilisi Home worth booking?
Join a Local for a Market Tour, Cooking Class and Meal in her Tbilisi Home is a 4-hour experience in Tbilisi, Georgia, from $209 per person. It scores 60 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4.8/5 rating across 15 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 60 / 100
- Rating
- 4.8/5 (15)
- Duration
- 4 hours
- From
- $209 per person
Tina will meet you at the main entrance of Dezerter Bazaar for your market tour. She will be happy to guide you through the many interesting lanes en-route to the market. This is a lively indoor marketplace for fruits &
What you get
About this experience
Tina will meet you at the main entrance of Dezerter Bazaar for your market tour. She will be happy to guide you through the many interesting lanes en-route to the market. This is a lively indoor marketplace for fruits & vegetables, piles of spices & colorful, handmade candles. Discover regional produce as Tina gives you a tour of this local market - you may even purchase a few fresh ingredients that you will use in your cooking class. During your hands-on cooking experience, you will learn to make 2-3 traditional Georgian dishes. Your host will share the recipes and preparation method throughout the cooking process - so be ready to take a lot of notes! Your class will last about an hour and a half after which you will join your host at the dining table to share the meal you helped prepare. Join this passionate local and her family and create memories you'll cherish for a lifetime!
What's included
Included
- Private market tour and cooking class with your host Tina
- Local alcohol (1-2 glasses)
- Homecooked meal
Not included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
What you'll see and do
The Dezerter Bazaar
Join Tina for a tour of the lively indoor Dezerter Bazaar marketplace. Discover regional fruits, vegetables and piles of spices used by Georgians in their cooking - you may even purchase a few fresh ingredients that you will use in your cooking class. After your tour, join Tina who lives with her family in a modest, family home to experience Georgian cuisine - a melting pot of a variety of flavors and new ingredients that you may never have tasted before.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Tbilisi
Please meet Tina at the main entrance of the Dezerter Bazaar. Exact address can be found in your ticket upon booking confirmation.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Your experience ends at Tina's home located near the Tbilisi Mall.
Options you can book
Market, cooking and lunch + A
Market tour, cooking class and lunch (including alcohol) with your local host Teo
Market, cooking and dinner + A
Market tour, cooking class and dinner (including alcohol) with your local host Teo
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
- Group size
- Up to 7 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Traveling Spoon
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Menu may vary depending on the season
- If any travelers in your party have any allergies, dietary restrictions or cooking preferences please advise at time of booking
- Private, personalized experience
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 15 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Food and drink
6 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Good for families
5 mentionsReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Knowledge and storytelling
2 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Traveler reviews
15 verified traveler reviews for Join a Local for a Market Tour, Cooking Class and Meal in her Tbilisi Home. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Highly recommended
Tina met us at Desertiz Bazar in the morning, we had a 30min walk around the market and selected everything we needed. One of us did not eat meat, one ate everything, and one was a child - Tina attended to all of our needs, and we chose only the products that would meet our need, which is super cool. Then we drove to Tinas place, and started cooking. About 10 different meals, which was way more than enough :) Then our son got sleepy, so Tina aranged a bed for him to sleep in, and he slept there for more than an hour :) We finished eating around noon, and we really enjoyed the whole experience.
via Tripadvisor
Fabulous and delicious experience
Tina was a wonderful host. Asked me what I would like to make and helped with recipes. Really nice to be in the home of a local.
via Viator
Best cooking class of my life!
When I saw the sentence “likely to sell out” next to this cooking class I knew it was going to be the most memorable cooking class in my life, and it WAS! I’m still getting people asking me about it and telling me that they’d love to try it out after seeing the posts in my social media. We cooked a few of the most authentic dishes in Georgia and they turned out extremely delicious, and the best part is that you can choose what dishes you want to cook, then you go to the market and shop for the ingredients before starting the class. In fact it didn’t feel like a class it felt like cooking with my aunt. Mrs Tina was extremely hospitable and sweet there was literally no dull moment with her. To sum it up, you’ll be doing yourself a favor by booking this class
via Viator
A unique Georgian experience with Tina
This was a unique experience! It was a rather unstructured, chaotic sort of evening. The host is Tina and the website needs updating as the pictures and description refer to her daughter Teo, who hasn't been running the event for several years. We basically sat in Tina's kitchen as she cooked huge quantities of Georgian food. We liked meeting her family and she was a lovely lady.
via Viator
Fantastic hospitality
We first took a trip to the market, which is an experience in itself. You will cook and talk and learn a lot about culture and history, basically anything you would like to know about Georgia. Be prepared to spend more time than planned (should you want to) 😊
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 4 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
- Price range
- $209 to $249
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 5
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 60
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Join a Local for a Market Tour, Cooking Class and Meal in her Tbilisi Home: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Tbilisi.
How much does Join a Local for a Market Tour, Cooking Class and Meal in her Tbilisi Home cost?
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Prices start at $209 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Tbilisi usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Join a Local for a Market Tour, Cooking Class and Meal in her Tbilisi Home take?
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Plan for about 4 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Tbilisi is not rushed.
Is Join a Local for a Market Tour, Cooking Class and Meal in her Tbilisi Home worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 60 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.8/5 across 15 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Tbilisi, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Join a Local for a Market Tour, Cooking Class and Meal in her Tbilisi Home?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Join a Local for a Market Tour, Cooking Class and Meal in her Tbilisi Home suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 4-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Join a Local for a Market Tour, Cooking Class and Meal in her Tbilisi Home?
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Around 5 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Tbilisi can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Tbilisi and add a light layer if any part of the 4-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Join a Local for a Market Tour, Cooking Class and Meal in her Tbilisi Home start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Tbilisi within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Tbilisi?
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On Outty we rank every Tbilisi experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Tbilisi:Evening Walking & Talking Tour with Wine & Boat Ride, Tbilisi:Mtskheta,Jvari,Bazaar,wine tasting,Chronicles of Georgia, Kakheti Wine Region Tour + 10 Premium Wine Tastings & Sunset. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Tbilisi?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Tbilisi?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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