Private Tour

Village Cooking Class in Samarkand

Overview

Available languages

Russian

English

5 hours

Mobile ticket

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

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Visit a local bazaar for fresh ingredients

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

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

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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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