Uzbek Plov Experience: Authentic Village Flavor

Discover authentic Uzbek cooking in a village home, savoring traditional plov and cultural stories. Experience genuine hospitality and unforgettable flavors.

Duration: 6 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Q75M+22X - Experience the essence of Uzbek culture by learning to cook Plov, the nation’s cherished dish, in a traditional village home near Samarkand. This unique activity takes you off the beaten path, offering a glimpse into authentic rural life, warm hospitality, and genuine flavors. After meeting your professional guide in Samarkand at your…
What's Included
  • Tea and coffee
  • Bottled water
  • Uzbek traditional Salads and sweets
  • Ingredients for cooking
  • Lunch
  • Private transportation
What's Not Included
  • Personal expenses
  • Tips
Meal Options
  • Carrot salads - Made from finely hand-cut carrots sliced into thin matchsticks, this simple yet delicious salad highlights the natural sweetness.
  • tomato and cucumber salad - Made from thinly sliced fresh tomatoes, crisp onions, and mild green or red chili peppers.
  • Plov - Made with high-quality rice, tender pieces of meat, sweet yellow carrots cut…
Additional Information

This is not merely a restaurant showcase — it is an authentic family experience where recipes are cherished and handed down through generations.
The plov is crafted over an open flame in a traditional kazan, utilizing fresh village produce, natural spices, hand-cut carrots, premium rice, and locally sourced meat. The secret lies in the harmonious blend…

Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Chaz_c
Apr 21, 2026
Best Cooking Class Experience - This experience was the highlight of our trip to Samarkand. Shaxzod picked us up and brought us to his lovely home in the countryside. We chatted and chopped vegetables while his nieces and nephews played nearby and his lovely mother instructed us on how to cook the Uzbek traditional food, Plov. We had Plov a few times on our trip and this was definitely the most delicious! We all had two generous servings and lots of tea and sweets. We left with full bellies and a new wonderful memory.
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Ysabellap2026
Mar 25, 2026
Snowy Adventure - It was a very memorable experience. The guide was very hospitable, helpful and friendly. I made many wonderful memories plus adventures to look back onto in this trip.
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Nmtp2014
Mar 22, 2026
Authentic pilaf experience! - I highly, HIGHLY recommend doing this cooking class with Silk Nations Travel. Shakhzod and his wonderful family were extremely welcoming and we learnt so much about the food, culture and history of Uzbekistan. We got to see life in the countryside. Shakhzod was word perfect in English and the pilaf was delicious. They were also very accommodating of my pescatarian friend. This experience was one of the highlights of our Uzbekistan trip. Book it and enjoy :)
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From $54
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).