On International Mountain Day on December 11, a State award was given to Rostom Kobakhidze from the region of Racha, who is well known for producing high quality Racha-style ham (rachuli lori). Georgian Minister of Economy and Sustainable Development Giorgi Kobulia praised Kobakhidze for working with one of Georgia’s most unique and valued products.

“These kinds of enterprises and products are what makes our country more popular and we need more of them. Today, as I know, production is only for the Georgian market, but we must help Mr. Rostom to export,” said Kobulia, adding that Kobakhidze’s business is capable of processing up to 29 tons of pork per year.

To get in on the Georgian meat-eating craze, pop along to any of their shops. They're not cheap but the cured and fresh pork products are well-worth the expense.