Private Tour

Samarkand Authentic Uzbek cooking class in a village home

Overview

Available languages

Russian

English

Turkish

6 hours

Mobile ticket

This is not a restaurant demonstration — it is a genuine family experience where recipes are passed down through generations.

your plov is prepared over an open flame in a traditional kazan, using fresh village ingredients, natural spices, hand-cut carrots, quality rice, and locally sourced meat. The secret lies in the balance of flavors and slow cooking method that creates a rich aroma and unforgettable taste you cannot find in the city.

You will not only cook but also learn the cultural meaning of plov in Uzbek hospitality — why it is served at weddings, celebrations, and family gatherings. After cooking together, we sit around the table like a real Uzbek family and enjoy the meal with fresh salads and homemade bread.

This experience offers authentic village atmosphere, warm hospitality, and a truly unique flavor of Uzbekistan.

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

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

Discover the heart of Uzbek culture through its most beloved national dish, Plov, during an unforgettable cooking experience in a traditional village home just outside Samarkand. This immersive activity takes you beyond the typical tourist route and introduces you to genuine rural life, warm hospitality, and authentic flavors. After meeting your professional guide in Samarkand at your hotel, railway station, or preferred location, you will travel to a peaceful nearby village. A local family will welcome you into their home and courtyard, surrounded by gardens and traditional architecture. Here, you will learn how Uzbek families prepare Plov for weddings, celebrations, and everyday gatherings. The experience begins with a visit to a lively local bazaar to purchase fresh ingredients and interact with friendly vendors. Back at the home, you will be introduced to fragrant rice, fresh vegetables, quality meat, and aromatic spices. Together, you will prepare the ingredients, slice carrots in traditional style, and cook the dish step by step in a large kazan over an open flame. As the Plov slowly cooks, your host will share stories about Uzbek traditions.Finally,enjoy the meal with salads

Sample Menu

starter

Carrot salads

Made from finely hand-cut carrots sliced into thin matchsticks, this simple yet delicious salad highlights the natural sweetness.

starter

tomato and cucumber salad

Made from thinly sliced fresh tomatoes, crisp onions, and mild green or red chili peppers.

main

Plov

Made with high-quality rice, tender pieces of meat, sweet yellow carrots cut into thin strips, onions, garlic, and aromatic spices such as cumin.

dessert

Uzbek Baklava

Uzbek baklava is a rich, sweet pastry made with delicate layers of dough, chopped nuts, butter, and fragrant honey syrup.

What‘s Included

Uzbek traditional green or black tea

Steel or Sparkling water

Uzbek traditional Salads and sweets

Ingredients for cooking

Authentic Uzbek Plov

Transferss(Pick up your location from Samarkand city and drop-off again)

Personal expenses

Tips

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