Tashkent, Uzbekistan (UzDaily.com) — Gastronomic tourism, one of the most promising sectors of Uzbekistan’s travel industry, is gaining momentum.

A new online platform, Eaten, has been launched to help travelers plan culinary routes and explore national cuisine in an authentic setting. For now, the service covers Samarkand and the Urgut district of the Samarkand region.

Through the platform, tourists can choose a home where local residents prepare traditional dishes, take part in the cooking process, and attend cultural events — from family celebrations to weddings. This format offers a deeper immersion into Uzbekistan’s culture and daily life, going beyond the standard cafe or restaurant experience.

Visitors can interact with hosts, learn the secrets of preparing traditional dishes such as qurt or plov, and discover regional culinary specialties.

The service features convenient search by location and preferences, along with the option to place and pay for orders online. This makes trip planning simple while combining culinary experiences with unique cultural encounters.

According to Khadicha Suyarova, the Eaten platform not only reveals new facets of Uzbekistan to travelers but also supports the local economy by creating additional income sources for families engaged in tourism.

The platform showcases the country through its greatest treasures — its people, culture, and national cuisine.