If you are working the front, sometimes customers are not completely sure what is on the menu. Therefore, you will most likely be asked questions about what is on the menu and it is up to you to be able to answer those questions. Refer to the image below so you can get accustomed to what the boats are made of and remember that we have no vegan options because we use dairy in all of our products. 

Things to remember:

1. A team member should know what ingredients the Khachapuri is made of to know if there are ingredients the customer is allergic to.
2. A team member should know the basic procedures on how to make a Khachapuri
3. You must know the history of Khachapuri. It is important because knowing the history of the food helps you understand the ingredients, preparation methods, and cultural significance of the dishes. This knowledge can help you appreciate the food and provide better service to customers. Also, customers often ask questions about the food, and being knowledgeable about the history and ingredients of the dishes can help you answer these questions and provide a better dining experience. For restaurants like Skalka, we take pride in serving traditional, authentic dishes. Knowing the history of the food ensures that the dishes are prepared and served according to tradition, maintaining the authenticity of the cuisine.

Here is a snippet of the history of Khachapuri:

1. Khachapuri is a traditional Georgian pastry that has been a part of Georgian cuisine for centuries. The exact origin of khachapuri is unclear, but it is believed to have originated in the Caucasus region of Georgia, where it was first made by shepherds as a portable food for long journeys.
2. Over time, khachapuri has become a staple food in Georgian cuisine and has evolved into different regional variations, each with its own distinct taste and shape. The most popular types of khachapuri are Imeretian, Adjarian, and Mingrelian, each named after the region in which they originated.
3. Today, khachapuri is not only a popular food in Georgia but also in other countries in the Caucasus region and beyond. It has become a symbol of Georgian culture and is often served at celebratory events and gatherings.

4. Always know that Khachapuri is made everything from scratch

5. Customers can also customize the toppings for their boats.

Food and Drink Customization

Adjaruli Khachapuri

Ingredients:

• Melty fresh cheese
• Grass-fed butter
• Soft runny egg yolk
• Customization –
  • Can add or remove egg yolk
  • Can add extra butter

Lobiani Khachapuri

Ingredients

• Pinto beans
• Runny eggs
• Bacon
• Banana peppers
• Butter
• Cheese
• Egg yolk
• Customization
  • Can add or remove pickled pepper
  • Can add cheese
  • Can add or remove the egg yolk

Chicken Khachapuri

Ingredients

• Butter
• Chicken ragu
• Cheese
• Customization
  • Can add or remove egg yolk
  • Can add chives

Stroganoff Khachapuri

Ingredients

• Shredded beef
• Egg
• Mushrooms mixed with creamy Adjaruli
• Pickles
• Customization
  • Can add or remove pickles
  • Can remove the egg yolk

Veggie Khachapuri

Ingredients

• Cheese
• Egg yolk
• Butter
• Veggies (eggplants, tomatoes, onions)
• Customization
  • Can remove egg yolk

Cold-pressed Orange Juice

• 100% freshly squeezed and all-natural fruit juices

Coffee Nitro

• Cold brew

Seattle’s Soda

• Kinds that are available: Soda. Diet, Lime
• Locally-made cane sugar-sweetened soda