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Kazakhstan FoodKazakhstan Food is as diverse as its ethnic composition. Originally the kazakhs lead nomadic lifestyle under the harsh weather conditions of the area. Therefore basic food consisted of milk, meat (predominately mutton or horse) and wheat. Hence, the traditional besbarmak, baursak, various milk based products like kurt, drinks like kumyss, shubat etc.Various major historic events of the last century had also left their legacy in the food culture of the people living on the territory of today's Kazakhstan. If you want to know what kind of food Kazakhstani people eat and what the food prices are I recommend you to go to the Zelyoniy Bazaar (a.k.a. Green Market). Various stands there reflect the food composition of Kazakhstanis as well as its ethnic diversity. Many tourists say it is one the must see Almatyplaces. You can find all sorts of cuisines in Almaty Restaurants starting from traditional Asian food to European continental cuisines. You'll find some fast food places, but mostly you'll be served with a good choice of slow food in Kazakhstan. Kazakhstan is like a hub for Russian and Central Asian Food culture. Have A Great Kazakhstan Recipe?Do you know how to cook some Kazakhstan food? Share it! Kazakhstan Food Related PagesLeave Kazakhstan food to go back to Kazakhstan Discovery home page |
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