Central Asia in and out
Central Asia has changed. Now there are water shortages even in the north of Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan is buying gas from Russia.
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Rashid Gabdulhakov
Plovism is my philosophy to life. Named after Central Asia's most famous dish - plov - it is rooted in celebrating diversity, hospitality and harmony.
I view this website as a virtual choykhona (Central Asian tea house) - a space where local, regional and global affairs are discussed over tasty meals.
Thank you for stopping by and a warm welcome!
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Rashid
May 6, 20234 min read
Borders
We investigated both the lived experiences of border conflicts and online discourses surrounding them
Rashid
Aug 1, 20224 min read
Kara-Balta - Kyrgyzstan's secret gem
Few Bishkek dwellers come to Kara-Balta. Those who do, fall in love at first sight.
Rashid
Jan 31, 20224 min read
At the market: Whose son are you?
Chorsu bazaar is a default centre of the city and a place where one can get anything from a wedding dress to a shovel.
Rashid
May 25, 20212 min read
Central Asia on the Line
Bringing together eight participants from Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan and Uzbekistan, the course offered 12 interactive workshops
Rashid
Apr 18, 20211 min read
The impact of COVID-19 on migration and migration governance in Kyrgyzstan
The webinar is organized within the framework of the OSCE Academy’s AGRUMIG project
Rashid
Apr 3, 20213 min read
When I don't write papers, I write paintings and play with clay
Interestingly enough, in the Russian language one “writes” when using oil paints.
Rashid
Jan 31, 20214 min read
Why Japarov is NOT "Kyrgyz Navalny"
If anything, this comparison is a compliment to Japarov and a disgrace to Navalny. I will leave it at that.
Rashid
Jan 27, 20211 min read
My Soviet childhood in photos. Episode 1. "Militarism, sports, space"
Some 30 years ago, taking a photo was a major event. My father mastered a Soviet camera and some of the warmest childhood memories...
Rashid
Jan 4, 20215 min read
Is something terrible about to happen in Kyrgyzstan?
Kyrgyzstan is standing at the crossroad of polar opposite directions of its future.
Rashid
Dec 12, 20204 min read
For grandma. She would have turned 107 today
She absorbed life's challenges and exuded love, passion and kindness. She will always be remembered.
Rashid
Nov 26, 20202 min read
Beyond the Headlines. Episode 1: Protest in post-Soviet states
Hallways talks on current events are no longer possible. To fill this void we are introducing "beyond the headlines" lunch series. Join!
Rashid
Nov 11, 20202 min read
When times are busy, samsa is still easy
Fifteen minutes for prep is all you need, samsa will bake itself, and you can grade another paper, or do whatever else you have to do.
Rashid
Nov 9, 20202 min read
Quince preserves: The taste of autumn
This preserve is just magical. Quince turns into amber! The mandarin peel is such a nice touch. What a perfect later-autumn/winter flavour!
Rashid
Nov 1, 20201 min read
VIDEO: Teaching you TWO types of plov
Learn how to make Oshi Sofi and Namangan-style plov. VIDEO
Rashid
Oct 26, 20203 min read
Why is pLOVE so important?
Plov belongs to everyone who can cook it, or enjoy eating it.
Rashid
Oct 24, 20202 min read
"Media (In)Security" Workshop for Central Asia Experts
Fifth edition of "Media (In)Security" workshop for EUCAM Fellows takes place online.
Rashid
Oct 10, 20204 min read
The Avengers vs the Orcs: Social media nuances in Kyrgyzstan's (almost) third revolution
Twitter, Telegram, Facebook, Instagram, Balkonskie, Orcs, the Avengers and other curiosities of Kyrgyzstan's third (almost) revolution
Rashid
Sep 30, 20203 min read
Lo and behold: Plov cook-off is underway. Also, "Oshi Sofi" by Farkhod!!!
In this crazy "new normal" connecting with friends and family is essential. Cooking plov online with by BFF.
Rashid
Aug 3, 20204 min read
Rock n' Roll Revolution in Post-Soviet Uzbekistan
There may have been no sugar in the store, but there was plenty of rock n' roll on the shelves of underground recording studios.
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