Breakfast: ბადრიჯანი მაწონით (Badrijani Mats’onit) – Eggplant with Yogurt

Breakfast ბადრიჯანი მაწონით (Badrijani Mats’onit) is a light dish of grilled or sautéed eggplant topped with tangy matsoni and herbs. It’s often served cold or warm with bread. At MUNCH CLASSES, you’ll learn how to prepare eggplant without bitterness and balance it with cultured dairy.

This dish is popular in eastern Georgia, where eggplant is a staple. The proverb “ბადრიჯანი დილას, გემოს ფერად” (“Eggplant in the morning, flavor in color”) reflects its vibrant appeal. We explore its role in both breakfast and mezze-style spreads.