I went to Uzbekistan in 1993 ... restaurant in Encino offers a number of Uzbek dishes as well as Russian food. What most surprised you about the country and cuisine while you were there?

Eat your heart out Food is one of the country's biggest draws. Dinners in Uzbekistan are always best taken under the stars, with dishes like aubergine salad and pomegranate, and the ubiquitous ...

As one of the most fertile regions in Central Asia, the Fergana Valley is a place where food and culture are intrinsically linked. Here, the culinary tradition is a treasure trove of stories from ...