Who we are

A woman with blonde hair, wearing a black and white patterned blouse, smiling while holding a tray of croissants.

Meet Your Host

Hello! I’m Kristi, the baking heart behind aega on and your lead guide for Tastes of Tartu. My journey to this bohemian corner of Supilinn wasn't a straight line—it was a route through the corporate jobs, endless meetings and Excel sheets.

For years, I served as a high-level executive in the tech sector. While I loved the innovation, my creative soul always found its peace in the kitchen. I am a passionate baker at heart and I enjoy creating authentic flavors. Next to baking my second hobby is interior design, hopefully it shows, once we meet at aega on for the start of your tasting journey.

The Inspiration

The seed for this journey was planted while living with my family in the Czech Republic. Surrounded by a culture that truly knows how to appreciate a "slow" lifestyle, I was inspired by their small, local cukrarnas and vinotekas and the way neighbors gathered in front of their local pubs and cafes. I dreamed of bringing that same European "there is time" philosophy back to Estonia in my home neighbourhood.

The Birth of "aega on" & Tastes of Tartu

When we returned home, we transformed a historic 100-year-old shop at the foot of Toomemägi into aega on—a fusion of a cafe, wine bar, and clothes outlet. But I wanted to share more than just my own space.

I created Tastes of Tartu to showcase the hidden, owner-run gems in this part of our city which is off the beaten tourist tracks. We believe in supporting independent creators and sharing our passion for hospitality and baking. No big chains—just big hearts and real flavors with Tartu twist.

Come walk with me

Why us? Because I’ve seen the world, but  the charm of the streets in this neighbourhood in Tartu just keeps on giving. I’ve traded excel spreadsheets for bookmarked recipes and corporate meetings for hosting guests. Join me and my team, and I’ll show you the spots and tastes that don't show up on a standard tourist map.

"The tourist map ends here. The real flavors of Tartu begin."

Text says 'Learn to deal on' with a graphic of a drying spoon and a potion bottle.

cafe, winebar & clothing outlet

Starting and end-point of our bakery tour.

Located at the foot of Toome Hill

Jakobi 17, Tartu.

visit aega on website
Interior of a cozy restaurant with warm lighting, a window with a view outside, wooden tables and chairs, a large green plant, and decorative lighting fixtures.
A fluffy, light-colored puppy with darker ears lying on a wooden floor inside a store, surrounded by clothing racks.
Slices of layered cake and a slice of apple cinnamon pastry on white plates, with a white mug and potted pansy flower on a green outdoor table, in a patio setting.