Georgian–Basque kitchen & wine house · Bilbao

Deda's

A sanctuary of stone and fire

The Origin of Ritual

In the Georgian language, the word ‘Deda’ signifies the beginning. Deda-Mitsa (Mother Earth). Deda-Ena (Mother Tongue). Deda-Bodzi (the Mother Pillar that holds the house). We brought this philosophy to the Basque Country because we recognize here a reflection of our own values. Just as the Ama guides and protects the Basque home, Deda’s is built on the strength, wisdom, and quiet power of the matriarch. Our philosophy is simple yet profound: tradition is not the worship of ashes, but the preservation of fire.

Tamta, Tamar and Maia — the founders of Deda's

Ancient Traditions · Modern Soul

Our Story

Three women, one origin

Tamta brings every dish to life. Tamar drives Deda’s from its essence and made this project real. Maia arrives from Kakheti, bringing the varieties that now live in our cellar. Together, in Bilbao, they carry the ancient traditions of their land and reshape them in the local spirit.

Tamta Cholikidze Head Chef · Kitchen Wars Georgia

Tamar Gigolashvili Strategy & Vision

Maia Machaidze Georgian Wine Curator · 8000 Years of Heritage

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From the Kitchen

Signature dishes

Shotini

Slow-cooked meat folded into warm shoti bread, with Basque accents.

Pkhali Board

Walnut, herb and pepper spreads with charcuterie and warm shoti.

Shoti & Cheese

Sulguni, Idiazábal and blue, with berries, honey and walnuts.

Ekala & Purée

Wild ekala shoots with a smooth, herbed walnut purée.

Mzhave

House pickles — crisp, sour and bright, the Georgian way.

Chef’s Selection

Ask your waiter — a seasonal plate from Tamta’s kitchen.

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The Cellar

Georgia, the cradle of wine

More than 30 Georgian varieties — from the qvevri clay vessels of Kakheti to the amber wine in your glass. With every glass, we invite you to taste Georgia.

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Bread & Tradition

From the oldest traditions, a modern essence

Shoti bread has held a special place on Georgian tables for centuries. Today that same tradition inspires some of our most loved dishes — like the shotini. At Deda’s we believe tradition is not meant to stand still, but to keep evolving without losing its essence.