Plov Cooking Class at Local Uzbek House

5.0
(5 reviews)

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

Discover the flavors of Uzbekistan with this immersive plov cooking class. Begin with a hotel pick-up and a visit to lively Siyob Bazaar to choose fresh ingredients. Then, in a welcoming local home, learn to prepare plov step by step in a traditional qozon (cauldron).

After cooking, sit down at a dastarkhan to enjoy your homemade meal alongside fresh salads, bread, and tea while sharing stories with locals. This experience blends food, culture, and hospitality for a truly authentic taste of Samarkand.

You’ll not only learn how to cook plov but also gain insight into everyday Uzbek life, traditions, and hospitality. Whether you are a foodie, a culture lover, or simply curious, this class is a memorable way to connect with locals and take home a piece of Uzbekistan.

✅ Includes: private transport, groceries, cooking lesson, local chef guidance, and full meal.

Example Menu

Main

Plov

Traditoinal Plov in Samarkand style

What's Included

Private transportation
English-speaking guide
Lunch
Alcoholic Beverages
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

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

we meet tourists in the lobby of the hotel with paper saying Plov cooking.

What to expect

Plov Cooking Class in a Traditional Uzbek Home

Location: Samarkand, Uzbekistan
⏳ Duration: 4-5 hours
Includes: Hotel pick-up & drop-off, all groceries, guided cooking class, and meal

Overview
Experience Uzbekistan’s rich culinary traditions with a hands-on Plov cooking class. Shop for fresh ingredients at Siyob Bazaar, then head to a welcoming Uzbek home to prepare this iconic dish from scratch. Learn time-honored techniques, cook in a traditional qozon (cauldron), and enjoy your homemade meal with locals.

What’s Included
✔️ Private transportation (hotel pick-up & drop-off)
✔️ All groceries & cooking ingredients
✔️ Step-by-step cooking guidance
✔️ Traditional Uzbek meal with tea, bread & salads

What to Expect
️ Siyob Bazaar Visit – Select fresh ingredients and experience local market culture
Uzbek Home Cooking – Chop, stir, and cook using authentic techniques
️ Enjoy Your Meal – Feast on your homemade Plov with friendly locals

Book now and learn to cook Uzbekistan’s most famous dish!

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
Supplied by Travel with Ali

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Cooking Classes
Food & Drink
New Product
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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