Uzbek Cooking Class in a Traditional Village Home




Uzbek Cooking Class in a Traditional Village Home
Experience the essence of Uzbek life with a cooking class in a traditional village home. Cook authentic dishes, meet locals, and savor the hospitality amidst a serene rural setting.
Experience Details
Uncover the rich tapestry of Uzbek cuisine during a hands-on cooking class in a traditional village home near Samarkand. Under the guidance of a skilled local cook, learn to prepare Plov, Uzbekistan’s beloved national dish, and handcraft Mantu, delicate dumplings filled with savory meat. Enjoy the warmth and hospitality of a local family as you explore their beautiful garden, feed the animals, and sip tea under the shade of grapevines. This immersive experience offers a genuine taste of rural life and the chance to connect with the heart of Uzbekistan’s culinary traditions.
What You Get
Good To Know
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Wheelchair accessible
What You’ll Experience
Samarkand
Meeting & Pickup
Cancellation Policy
Cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund.
Superb moment spent with Bekjon who, in addition to sharing his plov recipe with us, taught us a multitude of things about his country and life there throughout the activity. It was a great enrichm...read more
A truly unforgettable evening that felt less like a tour and more like being welcomed into a family. We spent the afternoon learning to make traditional bread in a stone oven, using cotton plants a...read more




My parents and I had a great experience with Bekjon! He took us to the butcher and the grocery store near his village, then brought us back to his family home to make the plov. It really felt like ...read more
I’m so glad I joined this cooking class. It was such a special experience to cook with fresh carrots from the garden and prepare plov over a wood fire. Everything felt authentic and memorable. Bek...read more










I booked this experience through Get My Guide.E mailed the company the evening before the experience as I had had no contact on joining details. I received an email mail back at 10 pm asking me t...read more



