Uzbek Cooking Class in a Traditional Village Home

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Uzbek Cooking Class in a Traditional Village Home

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 US$42.45  per guest
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10 meals
Summary
Experience Details
What You’ll Experience
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Duration
6 hours
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Number of Guests
1 - 14 guests
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Accessibility
Stroller Accessible
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Language
English
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Wheelchair Accessible, Family-friendly
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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.

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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

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

GUIDE
Ingredients for cooking
In-vehicle air conditioning
Air-conditioned vehicle
PERSONAL EXPENSES
TIPS

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

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Samarkand

Discover the soul of Uzbek cuisine with a cooking class in a traditional village home near Samarkand. Learn to make Plov or Mantu, and experience the hospitality of a local family.
6 hoursAdmission Ticket Free

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WE WILL PICK YOU UP FROM YOUR HOTEL OR ANY OTHER LOCATIONS WHERE YOU STAYING.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund.

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Reviews
4.6
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Authentic Uzbek experience
September 02, 2026

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

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My parents and I had a...
September 01, 2026

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

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Highly Recommended!
July 05, 2026

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

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Cancelled at Short Notice
June 02, 2026

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

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An authentic and heartwarming Uzbek cooking experience
May 21, 2026

I always do cooking classes whenever I visit different countries because I feel like it’s one of the most authentic ways to experience a culture and understand how people truly live. That’s why I b...read more

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