Representatives of Turkmenistan have been invited to participate in the International Festival ‘Samarqand oshi’ (‘Samarkand dish’), which will be held from 1 to 3 August in Samarkand. This was reported by the news website TerraNews.

This large-scale event is dedicated to the art of cooking palav (pilaf), one of the main symbols of the cultural heritage of Central Asia.

The festival organisers invite not only professional chefs and restaurateurs, but also all lovers of Eastern cuisine to exchange experiences and learn about the traditions of the region. The main event will be the preparation of 7.5 tonnes of ‘Samarkand palav’ under the guidance of leading chefs.

For Turkmen culinary masters, this is a unique opportunity to showcase their national cuisine on the international stage and strengthen cultural ties with neighbouring countries.