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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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The Magic of Sarajevo
I step out of the airport in Sarajevo. The air carries a familiar blend—gasoline, wood-fire, fog, and cigarettes. I feel at home.
Rashid
Feb 114 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 11, 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 9, 20202 min read
VIDEO: Teaching you TWO types of plov
Learn how to make Oshi Sofi and Namangan-style plov. VIDEO
Rashid
Nov 1, 20201 min read
Why is pLOVE so important?
Plov belongs to everyone who can cook it, or enjoy eating it.
Rashid
Oct 26, 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
Sep 30, 20203 min read
The world's first floating dairy farm is in Rotterdam
Rotterdam is a city that makes the future happen. Here is the world's first (and only?) floating dairy farm.
Rashid
Jul 30, 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.
Rashid
Jul 18, 20202 min read
Bibimbap: new photos
New photos! I had to go to the 'Amazing Oriental' store and buy the real pot to make my favourite dolsot-bibimbap.
Rashid
Jul 9, 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.
Rashid
Jul 6, 20201 min read
Borsch me like a hurricane
Here is my take on borsch. I'm surprised I didn't walkway with plov while making it...
Rashid
Jun 30, 20202 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.
Rashid
Jun 28, 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.
Rashid
Jun 23, 20203 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...
Rashid
Jun 18, 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.
Rashid
Jun 15, 20204 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!
Rashid
Jun 5, 20203 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!
Rashid
Jun 5, 20201 min read
Why you should be cooking during your college years
COVID-19 pandemic revealed the very true value of developing solid cooking skills – when in lockdown, you can survive.
Rashid
Jan 25, 20203 min read
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