Discover Lori’s Cuisine: A Delicious Adventure of Ghapama

Discover the secrets of Lori’s cuisine on this unforgettable tour, where you will join Iris Guesthouse for a hands-on adventure of ancient Armenian traditions.
Learn how to make ghapama, a festive dish of stuffed pumpkin that is a staple of Armenian celebrations. Under our expert's guidance, you’ll fill the pumpkin with a delicious mix of rice, local dried fruits, and various nuts. Enjoy the aroma and the taste of the ghapama as it slowly cooks to perfection in the outdoor brick oven, or pur. The host will also share the history and the meaning of ghapama, and help you with every step of the way.

Taste the results of your hard work with a mouthwatering Armenian feast, featuring your freshly made ghapama.

Bread Baking Experience

After lunch, the adventure continues with a lesson on ancient Armenian bread-baking techniques. Enter the world of bread-making as our host teaches you the process. Knead, shape, and bake your own loaf using the traditional pur (brick oven), ensuring a crispy crust and a soft, fluffy center.

Note:

The Location of this Experience is in Lori region, in case a shorter trip is needed a similar masterclass could be arrange neer Yerevan.

The tour can be customized based on dietary preferences and restrictions. Transportation to and from the experience can be arranged upon request. Participants are encouraged to bring their enthusiasm and an appetite for adventure!

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.

Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.