"I opted for piti - or two part stew - the local specialty. It arrived in the clay mug in which it was cooked. Peering into the mug I saw a dense greasy liquid with a lump of sheep fat floating on it. Tearing a pile of bread into my dish, I sprinkled it with sumac (available, like salt and pepper, on every table) and poured the liquid from the clay mug on top. This soup was the first part and very good it was too. Once finished I tipped out the solids, which consisted of lamb (allegedly lamb tail)... Read more
on Shaki piti
"If you are looking for an authentic Piti soup go to Qaqarin restaurant just 5 min away from the 18th century Karavansaray Hotel. It is an open air restaurant with a gorgeous view over the city."
on Shaki piti
"If you are a guest in Shaki and want to eat piti, one of the best places is the famous "Gagarin" restaurant located on the road to the khan's palace, where this dish is delicious."
on Shaki piti
"Qaqarin Restaurant: The taste of eating the most famous Piti in this historical place is different. The meat cooked with chickpeas and vegetables for 7-8 hours, also contributes to the presentation."
on Shaki piti
User comments
"They make according to old traditions, and the view is great. its not luxury place but the food was great."
"Best Piti I`ve ever eat."
"Piti is amazingly good especially in a cold period. Meat, chessnuts, nuts, etc make the taste unique"