Authentic Uzbek cooking class with cultural experience

5.0
(50 reviews)
Samarkand, Uzbekistan

5 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

1. *Authentic Experience in Samarkand *: You'll gain authentic insights into the local culture, traditions, and daily life. It is a good way to learn about the local life of the country.

2. *** More options of Uzbek meals to choose from***.
There are 17 meals in the list!
There is a set menu with 2 meals: Plov and Samsa. These two meal are always fixed.
You can add more meals by choosing other options section while booking(add more meals to the set menu)

3. ***Hands-on experience to cook Uzbek meals** Step by step explanations for the cooking process
Pictures and videos are absolutely fine.

2. **Personal Connections**: Interacting with locals fosters genuine connections. You'll learn about their stories, share meals, and perhaps even participate in their daily activities.

3. **Off-the-Beaten-Path**: Unlike typical tourist attractions, this experience takes you off the beaten path. You'll explore discover places that guidebooks usually don't include.

4. **Cultural Exchange**

Example Menu

Starter

Samarkand Plov

Beef, Carrots( yellow and orange), Rice, Flaxseed oil and Sunflower oil

Main

Samsa

Baked pastry with meat(beef) or vegetarian options(Pumpkin, Zucchini, Herbs, Potatoes, Tomatoes)

Dessert

Chak-chak

Pastry( flour, salt, sugar, vinegar, water) is fried. Sugar or honey will be used together.

What's Included

Bottled water
Set menu=2 meals: Plov and Samsa. It can be lunch or dinner depending on the starting time of the cooking class. And we will prepare a nice table with fruits, tea, bread, dry fruits, salad, compote
Air-conditioned vehicle

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

I will be glad to help you by picking you up to the desired destination.

What to expect

Are you ready to immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of Samarkand? As you step into this ancient Silk Road city, prepare for an unforgettable journey beyond the tourist hotspots. Here's your chance to truly live like a local:

1. ***Cooking Adventure***: Join our local family in our house in the village(30 minutes of driving from the city) and learn the secrets of Uzbek cuisine. Roll up your sleeves and prepare traditional dishes with hands-on experience. We will make a set menu of two Uzbek meals: PLOV and SAMSA.
*****If you want to add more meals, then you can do it here with "Options" section while booking.

2. *Local Bazaar*: (Closed on Monday). Visit local market in Samarkand. Stroll through colorful stalls, chat with vendors, and witness the lively exchange of goods. It's the perfect place to people-watch and soak in the local atmosphere.

3. Visit Bread baking( Samarkand unique bread (optional)

4. **Family Interaction**: Spend the day with a warm-hearted local family. Share stories, laughter. Learn about their daily routines, customs, and traditions. You'll find that hospitality knows no bounds in Samarkand.

5. Samarkand Bukhara Silk Carpets factory (optional)

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
Supplied by Samarkand Life Experience
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Cancellation Policy

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

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