Overview
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5 hours
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Experience the authentic taste of Uzbek village life through a hands-on cooking class. Pick fresh ingredients at a local bazaar, then learn to prepare traditional dishes like Plov, Dumplings, or Tandoor-baked Somsa, paired with vibrant salads, a tangy vinegar drink, and sweet desserts. Enjoy the rich aromas, bold flavors, and rustic charm of homemade Uzbek cuisine in a warm, family-style setting.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
What To Expect
We’ll start the day with a fun stop at a lively local bazaar, where together we’ll choose the freshest ingredients for our traditional Uzbek Plov. After that, we’ll leave the city behind and head to my peaceful village, where I’ll welcome you into my family home for an immersive cooking masterclass. You’ll learn the step-by-step secrets of making authentic Plov and a few other local dishes, all in a warm, friendly, family-style atmosphere. Along the way, you’ll experience real village life, enjoy great conversations, and—of course—taste the delicious dishes you’ve created with your own hands.
Sample Menu
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Traditional Uzbek Salad: Fresh Tomatoes and Cucumbers
Fresh tomatoes & cucumbers with onions, lemon, olive oil, dill, basil, kenza & onion greens, lightly spiced with pepper.
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Sour Cream Uzbek Salad with Kenza, Onion Greens & Dill
Creamy sour cream tossed with fresh kenza, onion greens, and dill for a classic, flavorful Uzbek salad.
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Samarkand-Style Uzbek Vinegar Drink
A traditional Samarkand vinegar drink, sipped slowly before Plov to awaken the appetite and enjoy authentic Uzbek flavors.
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Uzbek Marinated Cabbage Salad
Crisp cabbage marinated with fresh herbs, spices, and a tangy dressing for a refreshing, authentic Uzbek starter.
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Authentic Uzbek Plov: Beef or Lamb with Yellow Carrot & Chickpeas
Traditional Uzbek Plov with beef or lamb, yellow carrots, chickpeas, raisins, garlic, cumin, pepper, sesame oil, and fluffy rice.
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Authentic Uzbek Dumplings: Beef, Lamb, or Vegetarian
Traditional Uzbek dumplings with beef, lamb, or vegetables, filled with garlic, onions, and herbs, are handmade in a village cooking class.
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Traditional Uzbek Somsa: Meat or Vegetarian, Baked in a Tandoor
Crispy Uzbek somsa with beef, lamb, or vegetable filling, baked in a traditional tandoor for authentic village flavors.
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Chak-Chak: Sweet Uzbek Honey Pastry
Crispy fried dough balls coated in golden honey, a classic Uzbek treat perfect for dessert lovers.
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Village Cooking Class in Samarkand
Pickup included
What‘s Included
Prepare & taste Plov, Dumplings, or Somsa, with salads, vinegar drink & dessert.
Hands-on cooking class in a village setting
Guidance from a local host throughout the activity.
Pick-up & drop-off from Samarkand city center
Gratuities/tips for the guide or host
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
1 review
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A heartwarming experience
Jann C,Apr 10, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00I thought it will just be a normal cooking class where we will go to a village then a family will teach us to cook plov. But it's much, much more than that. Our guide, Usmon, took us to his family's home, and his parents, sister, and even aunt & uncle welcomed us very warmly. More than cooking, they showed us their way of life. Usmon took us around their house to show what a usual Uzbek household looks like, brought us to their farm& garden, and showed us a cliffside in the village with a stunning view of the river. This is not something tourists usually get to see or experience. The parents, even without speaking English, clearly expressed and showed us how welcome we are, attended to us, and invited us to return. It's been a lovely and unforgettable experience. Definitely a must-do in Uzbekistan aside from the usual city tour.
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