Georgians are known throughout Eastern Europe as masters of the grill, and the chefs at Staryi Tiflis uphold this stereotype. Chicken wings, lamb, pork, veggies and even beef tongue are all roasted to perfection over open flames. Whenever pouring snifters of cognac, a friend of ours from Tbilisi likes to joke, “It’s always useful to keep a bottle of French or Armenian cognac around the house - you need something to clean the glasses out before pouring the good Georgian stuff.” Indeed, Georgians are extremely proud of their cognac and aromatic wines, and Staryi Tiflis has some of the better brands on hand. They also keep some French and Armenian behind the bar in case you notice some spots on your glass.