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Are you ready to discover why Almaty is the undisputed culinary capital of Central Asia?
Too many travelers visit Almaty and only experience the surface of our food scene, missing the incredible layers of history hidden right beneath the surface. This isn’t just a food tour, it’s an exclusive, insider journey through time, culture, and the nomadic soul of Kazakhstan, told through five distinct culinary eras.
Over the course of 4,5 hours, you will step off the generic tourist trails and walk the vibrant streets of Almaty with a passionate, local English-speaking guide (lived and studied in the US). Together, we will unlock the city's secrets by eating exactly where and how locals do.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Go to the corner of Kurmangazy Streett and Abylai Khan Ave and look for a guy with round golden glasses. Text him on WhatsApp +7 706 423 01 07
This tour ends at our last stop - Bitanga
Itinerary
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Our culinary journey starts with a delicious breakfast at a cozy café that locals love. Here, we start the morning with warm, golden syrniki (soft cottage-cheese balls) served with traditional sour cream and sweet jam straight from a local farm. You'll learn about Almaty's breakfast culture and the lasting culinary influences of the Soviet era.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
2Almaty
Next up we'll visit Aqqu, a vibrant local favorite hidden away from the main streets, where Almaty’s creative crowd gathers. We’ll savor the ultimate comfort food: tender bell peppers packed with a savory, juicy meat filling, slow-simmered in a rich tomato, carrot, and sour cream gravy.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
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Our third stop is Sandyq. To truly understand Kazakhstan, you must taste its nomadic roots. At this legendary local institution, you’ll enjoy the most famous Kazakh dish - Beshbarmak. Experience true Kazakh hospitality where the locals eat.
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
4
We’ll visit the famous organic farmers' market to sample crisp local apples, traditional sweets, and vibrant Korean-Kazakh salads (yes, our local Korean community makes the best!). To top it off, we'll try fresh cottage cheese, artisanal sour cream, and pure, 100% natural pomegranate juice.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
5Almaty
Our final stop is Bitanga. Kazakhstan is a beautiful melting pot of ethnicities that arrived during the Soviet era, each bringing their own culinary traditions—which is why our food culture is so incredibly diverse today. Here, we’ll try a traditional Ukrainian borsch. Packed with a rich beetroot broth and vitamins, this hearty soup has kept generations healthy. Honestly, Bitanga’s borsch might just be the most delicious soup you'll find in all of Kazakhstan.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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