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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Webinar for OSCE Academy Alumni: Digital Tools and Challenges Amid the Pandemic

Rashid

Jul 25, 20201 min read

Webinar for OSCE Academy Alumni: Digital Tools and Challenges Amid the Pandemic

Always amazing to touch bases with fellow alumni and reflect upon what's going on in the world and how we can/should move forward!

Rashid

Jul 18, 20202 min read

Plov recipe on plovism

Make plov, no matter what! There is always a way, even if you are far away from your home.

Let' make some Russian crepes 'blini'. VIDEO recipe!

Rashid

Jul 6, 20201 min read

Let' make some Russian crepes 'blini'. VIDEO recipe!

Blini! Thin, elastic, porous, sweet or savoury - these magical little pieces of sunshine are incredibly delicious and super easy to make.

Uzbek Samsa - delicious meat pockets - home version. VIDEO recipe!

Rashid

Jun 28, 20203 min read

Uzbek Samsa - delicious meat pockets - home version. VIDEO recipe!

Should the absence of tandyr stop you from making this amazing treat? Of course not! Here is a simple recipe to try.

Magic in the pot: Communal meals with individual approaches

Rashid

Jun 23, 20203 min read

Magic in the pot: Communal meals with individual approaches

A large company with different tastes? You can share a communal meal, and make sure that everyone gets exactly what they want.

Uzbekistan off the beaten path: A virtual trip to Kokand

Rashid

Jun 19, 20203 min read

Uzbekistan off the beaten path: A virtual trip to Kokand

Today I want to take you on the 'off the beaten path' virtual journey to the Ferghana Valley.

Crimean Tatars and the gift of 'Chebureki'. A dangerous recipe!

Rashid

Jun 18, 20204 min read

Crimean Tatars and the gift of 'Chebureki'. A dangerous recipe!

As you bite in and hear the dough crisp, the juices begin to drip down your elbows. You better wear a bib...

Central Asian Koreans and their gastronomic gifts. Plus, some bibimbap.

Rashid

Jun 15, 20204 min read

Central Asian Koreans and their gastronomic gifts. Plus, some bibimbap.

This post is intended to spotlight the Korean diaspora and its incredible role in the great puzzle of Central Asian mosaic.

Disappearing Uzbekistan. The streets that we lost forever...

Rashid

Jun 13, 20204 min read

Disappearing Uzbekistan. The streets that we lost forever...

A nostalgic entry about the city that is lost forever, due to vandalism that they call urban reconstruction.

The 'Uzbek van Gogh' is a brilliant female!

Rashid

Jun 10, 20202 min read

The 'Uzbek van Gogh' is a brilliant female!

How I got to know an incredibly talented contemporary female painter Dilorom - 'the Uzbek van Gogh'.

Rashid

Jun 5, 20203 min read

VIDEO recipe! All you need is p-love!

Plov - the king and queen of Central Asian cuisine. Here is how to make one of the many varieties!

VIDEO! Crazy simple and simply magic Uzbek cuisine: "Basma" (pressed)

Rashid

Jun 5, 20201 min read

VIDEO! Crazy simple and simply magic Uzbek cuisine: "Basma" (pressed)

An amazing dish from the Uzbek cuisine. Basma is so simple to make, it literally cooks itself. Despite simplicity, the dish is fantastic!

ВИДЕО: Цифровые медиа и безопасность в Центральной Азии. Специально для CABAR.asia

Rashid

Jun 3, 20201 min read

ВИДЕО: Цифровые медиа и безопасность в Центральной Азии. Специально для CABAR.asia

Пандемия СOVID-19 заставила мировое сообщество принять беспрецедентные меры, переместив трудовую деятельность, образование и досуг...

"This train does not go to Rotterdam!" - Or how to travel from Kyrgyzstan to the Netherlands by rail

Rashid

Jan 25, 20205 min read

"This train does not go to Rotterdam!" - Or how to travel from Kyrgyzstan to the Netherlands by rail

Have you ever considered taking a long train ride across a few countries? I have…and let me tell you how it went.

Rashid Gabdulhakov

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