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Kultureller Hintergrund

Tea is often served with 'Muraba' (fruit preserves). Instead of putting sugar in the tea, some people take a bite of the fruit and then a sip of the tea. Guria is the heart of Georgian tea. Here, tea is more than a drink; it's a source of regional pride. They often drink it very hot and very sweet. In modern Tbilisi cafes, you might need to specify if you want sugar *in* the tea or on the side, as Western habits are becoming more common. The 'head of the house' often pours the tea for everyone, and ensuring everyone has 'tkbili chai' is a sign of a well-managed household.