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10 guides in this category.

Armenian brandy (cognac): a complete tasting guide

The complete guide to Armenian brandy: history, why it's not legally cognac, Churchill's favourite, Ararat aged expressions, and where to taste it.

Armenian coffee (soorj): culture & where to drink it

Armenian coffee (soorj) is not Turkish coffee — the politics, the cezve tradition, fortune-telling from grounds, and the best places to drink it in Yerevan.

Armenian food: 22 essential dishes to try

From khorovats to manti, discover the 22 dishes that define Armenian cuisine — with honest tips on where to eat them in Yerevan.

Dolma & tolma: Armenia's stuffed-vine tradition

The difference between dolma and tolma in Armenian cuisine, how they are made, when they are eaten, and which Yerevan restaurants do them best.

Gata: Armenia's beloved sweet bread

Everything about gata, Armenia's ceremonial sweet bread — the Geghard ring, the khoriz filling, and where to buy the best in Yerevan and beyond.

Khorovats: the art of Armenian barbecue

Everything about khorovats, Armenia's beloved BBQ: the cuts, the grape vine smoke, the herbs, and the best places to eat it in Yerevan.

Lavash baking: the UNESCO bread experience

How to watch or join a lavash baking session near Garni — and why UNESCO made Armenia's ancient flatbread Intangible Cultural Heritage in 2014.

Best restaurants in Yerevan 2026: a curated guide

The honest guide to Yerevan's best restaurants in 2026 — traditional Armenian, modern interpretations, and where to skip the tourist traps.

Yerevan Brandy Company: factory tour & tasting

Visit the Yerevan Brandy Company (Ararat): factory tour guide, cellar tour booking, tasting options, location and practical tips.

Yerevan café culture: the best brews & spots

Where locals drink coffee in Yerevan — from specialty roasters on Saryan Street to neighbourhood classics and the best breakfast spots in the city.