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A rare opportunity to experience the aromatic heart of Armenia with the immersive Gata baking workshop, where ancient tradition meets the warmth of the local community. Your journey begins with a warm Armenian welcome and a deep dive into the fascinating history of this iconic sweet bread, learning why every pattern and fold is a symbol of luck and prosperity. Under professional guidance you will use fresh, local ingredients and traditional equipment to get involved in the art of Armenian cooking in an atmosphere that feels like a gathering of old friends.
The local experts will welcome you at the workshop space and give you a brief introduction on the history of Gata, a legendary Armenian sweet bread that is as rich in stories as it is in flavor. Your hosts will walk you through the traditional steps of the baking process, ensuring you feel confident and inspired to dive in. The local experts will walk you through the traditional steps of the baking process, ensuring you feel confident and inspired to dive in. You will also be given instructions on how to handle the equipment and the ingredients.
Your hands-on journey begins by gathering your fresh materials and professional tools right at your station. You will experience the sensation of forming the perfect dough ball by hand, carefully folding in the rich, traditional ingredients to create your masterpiece. Time to get messy and have some fun!
You will receive your own dough ball (please note that the dough and filling are pre-prepared with love!) to master the rhythmic art of shaping it to perfection. Next, you will use the luscious traditional filling called Khoriz; a heavenly mix of flour, sugar, and butter and tuck it expertly inside the dough. Then, you will learn traditional techniques on how to form that dough into iconic round Gatas, securely enclosing the sweet heart of the pastry. Before baking, to transform this creation into art you will use special wooden patterns to press intricate motifs into the surface. At this point, the local experts will reveal to you the hidden cultural meanings behind these ancient Armenian designs. This isn't just baking; it’s art you can eat!
The best part of the workshop is finally here! Once your fresh Gata comes out of the oven, you will all sit together to taste your warm creation alongside a lovely cup of coffee or tea. Afterward, the time is yours to enjoy, snap some beautiful photos, relax in the green garden or take a short walk to the nearby shops for a local souvenir.
A rare opportunity to experience the aromatic heart of Armenia with the immersive Gata baking workshop, where ancient tradition meets the…


