Feride Buyuran Tours - Food and Culture Tours to the Caucasus
Unique small-group tours primarily to Azerbaijan, also to Georgia, with a focus on food and culture.
19/10/2024
My past travelers would recognize Rustam and his lovely guesthouse in Lahic village of Azerbaijan! Rustam is truly a remarkable human being - passionate about what he does, intelligent, and kind! Enjoy the video!
I can't wait to be back in Lahij in June! Join us!
In this episode of Meet The Locals, we speak to Rustam Rustamov, a guesthouse owner in Lahic's Coppersmith Village, who introduces international visitors to ...
24/07/2024
Another testimonial about our recent "A Taste of Azerbaijan" cultural and culinary tour! I'm immensely grateful for the opportunity to show my birthplace to culture enthusiasts such as Judie!
"Spring 2024 Azerbaijan Tour with Feride was a magic carpet ride thrilling all eight senses and inviting one to engage completely with the moment. From Baku, a cosmopolitan city with 21st century buildings built around a medieval walled city the adventure began. Each day was always a feast, literally and figuratively, shared with local friends and family throughout. My traveling companions and I cherished every opportunity curated and spontaneous. Thank you, Feride for sharing so much with us. Your generosity of spirit is a beacon."
– Judie J. (Minnesota, USA) ~ 'A Taste of Azerbaijan' Food and Culture Tour to Azerbaijan (May 2024)
Our tours are designed around the concept of "Good for All" where "All" is everybody involved in the process, from people on the ground helping us, to travelers who are ready to learn and share their culture, too. Everybody is creating a beautiful experience for the benefit of all involved.
A happy traveler means we are staying true to our travel philosophy and mission (available on our website). Here's one testimonial about our May 2024 tour. Grateful.
"I highly recommend this magnificent trip to beautiful Azerbaijan! It is a clean, safe and fascinating destination! Our extremely kind and multilingual host Feride, created a comfortable deep dive into the culture and food of Azerbaijan. With her keen ability to connect with all kinds of people, from artisans, artists, historians, cooks, musicians, small town social entrepreneurs to wonderful host families, we were welcomed and treated to experiences that the average traveler would not have. We visited big cities, ancient walls, beautiful countrysides, stunning mountains, marketplaces, schools, historical sites and natural wonders. We watched the making of rugs, baklava, bread and tried our hand at silk printing and other crafts. The food was delicious, fresh and unique. It was a magical experience that I will never forget!
– Katherine M. (Minnesota, USA) ~ 'A Taste of Azerbaijan' Food and Culture Tour to Azerbaijan (May 2024)"
05/06/2024
A little over than a week ago, we completed our first post-covid food and culture tour, “A Taste of Azerbaijan.”
9 full days of traversing the many regions of Azerbaijan with a group of American culture enthusiasts.
Just like with the previous tours I designed, here too connections were at the core. We connected on all levels, we listened, we asked questions, we learned, we understood. We connected not only with the people, but also with the nature around us.
I’m going to miss all the people who opened their hearts and homes to us.
A remote Ehen village in the Caucasus mountains was our last stop. And what a stop it was! So much love, so much kindness! Memories made, to cherish forever.
Last call for our 'Taste of Azerbaijan' tour happening in May! This is a unique opportunity! A tour of this scope and depth is not offered elsewhere and I'm happy to be organizing and leading it myself!
We still have a few spots available but have to finalize the group sooner than later. Please share with your culture and travel loving friends and family!
Thank you!
~ Feride Buyuran
Create memorable experiences with our full immersion group tours to the Caucasus!
17/02/2024
Exciting news!
I'm adding a brand new destination to my "A Taste of Azerbaijan" food and culture tour happening in May. The South of the country! First on Feride Buyuran Tours!
Azerbaijani South is largely undiscovered, boasts beautiful nature and the most delicious food, distinct from the rest of the country.
Curious to find out where we are going and what are are doing? Get in touch with us! Come along and enjoy!
Photo of Southern knitters provided by Kifayat Talibzada.
29/01/2024
Brand new tour! First in 2024! Welcome, A Taste of Azerbaijan! An immersive culinary and cultural journey to the many diverse regions of the country, led by Feride Buyuran!
Space is limited and registration date is close. Don't miss this opportunity.
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On a mission to connect cultures and people
Hi! I am Feride and I would like to welcome you to Feride Buyuran Food and Culture Tours!
We are on a mission to build bridges of trust, respect, and understanding across cultures, through food and more, while also promoting Azerbaijan as an authentic culinary and cultural destination with a lot to offer.
We strive to contribute to sustainable tourism and to design travel experiences that make a positive impact on the local society, economy, and environment.
What awaits you in the Caucasus? Be ready to discover cozy little towns along the Silk Road, eccentric large cities, and far-flung villages nestled in the Caucasus Mountains. Along the way, meet local artisans engaged in art and crafts unique to the region. Savor lively market visits in the countryside, learn how to cook tantalizing regional specialties, and eat with friendly locals around abundant dinner tables in their homes.
And of all this with me as you host.
How did these tours come to be? It all started with my food blog AZCookbook and book Pomegranates and Saffron: A Culinary Journey to Azerbaijan. My readers asked me if I would consider conducting culinary tours to the place where this food originated.
That’s how the seed was planted. One thing lead to another and in October of 2017 I made the decision to lead my very first food and culture tour to Azerbaijan and neighboring Georgia.
I sat down and developed a vision – it had to be a unique tour that goes off the beaten path, where a traveler gets to take in the sights, tastes, and rich history of the Caucasus region while learning about a culture through connecting with everyday people. At the same time, I wanted to positively contribute to the lives of the locals. So, just as connecting cultures, making a social impact lies at the core of my tours.
I created an itinerary and after a few months of meticulous work on the details, I was ready to lead my first tour. My vision came alive when a friendly group of culture and food enthusiasts signed up, among them food writer Charles Perry, President of the Culinary Historians of Southern California and former staff writer for the food section of the Los Angeles Times.
During the tour, my travelers marveled at the unique experiences they had on every stop in both countries. Mr. Perry raved about the variety of baklavas he was able to sample in Azerbaijan. Another traveler, Kathy S. Rice, called the trip ‘a once in a lifetime opportunity!’
The tour was such a success! I hope you join me on my next culinary journey to Azerbaijan and beyond. Together, we will explore the vibrant traditions of an ethnically diverse landscape where East and West are intricately woven into the history, culture, and cuisine, and where hospitality is a way of life
You will receive the warmest welcome everywhere you go. The Caucasus will be your home away from home. That is my ultimate goal.
