Private Tour
Authentic Uzbek Plov Cooking Experience
Overview
Available languages
3 hours
Mobile ticket
Discover the heart of Uzbekistan through a hands-on cooking experience in a charming family home. Guided by a father who has perfected his Plov recipe over decades, you’ll learn to prepare this beloved dish using fresh, local ingredients. Amidst stories of tradition and laughter, the art of slow cooking unfolds, bringing a unique cultural exchange to life. After crafting your meal, enjoy a generous serving together, creating memories that last well beyond the kitchen.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Join our family in our home for an authentic Uzbek cooking experience and learn how to prepare Plov – Uzbekistan’s most famous and beloved dish. Under the guidance of our father, who has been cooking plov for decades, you’ll discover the secrets of this fragrant rice dish made with lamb, carrots, onions, and spices. You’ll start by preparing fresh local ingredients, then watch and take part as plov is cooked slowly in a traditional kazan (large cast-iron cauldron). Along the way, we’ll share stories about the history and cultural importance of plov in Uzbek life – from weddings to family gatherings. After the cooking is complete, we’ll all sit together at the table to enjoy the delicious meal you helped create, accompanied by salads, tea, and friendly conversation. It’s more than a cooking class – it’s a warm cultural exchange and a chance to experience real Uzbek hospitality.
What‘s Included
Bottled water
Snacks
Dinner
Coffee and/or Tea
Alcoholic Beverages
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Authentic Uzbek Plov Cooking Experience
Reviews
2 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
The BEST thing we did in Uzbekistan
LawranceTraveller,May 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We love travel, we love culture and we love food. This plov-making class was simply our best activity during a thumpingly good two week holiday in Uzbekistan. It wasn't simply the class itself, which was great, with delicious plov as a reward for arduous carrot chopping, but everything else. Amazing welcome and hospitality - you feel part of the family. Our "tutor" had exceptional English and a wide view of culture which enabled her to engage with our many questions. Most of what we learned about Uzbekistan, culturally, came in this class. Since doing the class we have flown home and have already made plov in our own home. Our big issue is getting the right lamb fat! Thank you all so much for a fantastic experience! (If you would like these photos and many more, including of the family, please contact me.)
Authentic Uzbek Experience
H6123UHallisonj,Sep 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an amazing time with this family. They are kind, hospitable, and gifted at explaining their cultural traditions in a way that outsiders can understand and appreciate. Not only did we have delicious plov, but they also treated us to a beautiful spread of nuts, fruits, bread, tea, and other snacks. Their courtyard is beautiful and comfortable, and everyone went out of their way to make sure that we had everything we needed. While you're in Uzbekistan, sitting down in an Uzbek home and sharing a meal with an Uzbek family is an absolute must. We strongly recommend this experience!
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