Food — Kazakh & Central Asian Cuisine

Main & Meat Dishes

The iconic national dish of Kazakh steppes and ultimate symbol of hospitality

Beshbarmak is the heart and soul of Kazakh cuisine. More than just a dish, it is an ancient culinary ceremony honoring guests and family ties.

45 min

150 min

Pastries & Bread

Traditional Kazakh fried bread and indispensable staple of festive feasts

Baursak is the crowning jewel of the Kazakh dining table, serving as a cherished symbol of prosperity, warmth, and hospitality.

60 min

20 min

Dairy & Drinks

Ancient nomadic dried sour-milk snack and natural superfood

Kurt is a dense, high-calcium, fermented dried milk ball invented by nomads to survive long journeys across the steppes without refrigeration.

120 min

Dairy & Drinks

Ancient nomadic fermented mare's milk drink and health elixir

Koumiss is an ancient fermented mare's milk beverage prized for its unique effervescent, tangy taste and exceptional medicinal qualities.

30 min

2880 min

Main & Meat Dishes

Traditional Kazakh rib meat sausage and festive delicacy

Kazy is a highly respected Kazakh specialty made from seasoned horse rib meat stuffed into casing.

120 min

Main & Meat Dishes

A classic nomadic roast made from fresh mutton, organs, and potatoes

Kuyrdak is traditionally prepared immediately after livestock processing using fresh meat.

30 min

45 min

Main & Meat Dishes

Juicy marinated meat skewered and grilled over hot coals

Shashlik is the most popular outdoor open-fire dish across Central Asia.

240 min

20 min