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The unique and flavorful cuisine of this region has caught the attention of cooking magazines, such as Saveur, and cookbook authors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But how does one navigate the multitudes of options available on a scholar\u2019s budget?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>ARISC has helped numerous researchers through their trips to the region. We are now sharing our resources with you as you plan your travel to Armenia, Azerbaijan, or Georgia, or are just interested in learning more!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Our three webinars will be hosted by ARISC Alumni with recent travel experience in the region as well as Resident Directors. They will provide firsthand knowledge on everything you need to know: from where to go for different food options, to dining etiquette and tipping at the many restaurants and cafes, to managing dietary restrictions and where to find your must-have grocery items. Each webinar will include a cooking demonstration of a popular dish, and tips to ensure that you effortlessly navigate the region\u2019s legendary hospitality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Register today for any and all of our sessions!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Part 1: Armenia<br>Tue Mar 17 at 11am EDT; 7pm Yerevan<br>Hosts: Ani Apresyan and Lori Pirinjian <br>Cooking demonstration: Tanapour<br>Register: <a href=\"https:\/\/us06web.zoom.us\/webinar\/register\/WN_oaEB0VmjQxWqq9MPJAX5qA\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/us06web.zoom.us\/webinar\/register\/WN_oaEB0VmjQxWqq9MPJAX5qA<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Part 2: Georgia<br>Mon Mar 23 at 11am EDT; 7pm Tbilisi<br>Hosts: Kyle Estes and Rikki Brown <br>Cooking demonstration: Adjaruli khachapuri*<br>Register: <a href=\"https:\/\/us06web.zoom.us\/webinar\/register\/WN_FgaFAI4JTb2fXU0Z_JW96Q\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/us06web.zoom.us\/webinar\/register\/WN_FgaFAI4JTb2fXU0Z_JW96Q<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Part 3: Azerbaijan<br>Thu Mar 26 at 11am EDT; 7pm Baku<br>Hosts: Leyla Rustamli and Anna Oldfield<br>Cooking demonstration: Sabzi plov<br>Register: <a href=\"https:\/\/us06web.zoom.us\/webinar\/register\/WN_yGlxkQ5BSfmce0uqEF8zew\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/us06web.zoom.us\/webinar\/register\/WN_yGlxkQ5BSfmce0uqEF8zew<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>*The cooking demonstration will be using the Adjaruli Khachapuri recipe as printed in SAVEUR Magazine. See <a href=\"https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/adjaruli-khachapuri-georgian-cheese-bread-recipe\/\">https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/adjaruli-khachapuri-georgian-cheese-bread-recipe\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This series will be conducted in English. Sessions are free and open to the public.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Questions? 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