Kazakhstan

Kazakh cuisine is rooted in nomadic traditions, featuring hearty, meat-centered dishes like beshbarmak, boiled meat served over noodles, and shashlik, skewered and grilled lamb or beef. Dairy products, such as kumis (fermented mare’s milk), are also staples, reflecting a pastoral lifestyle. Meals are often flavoured simply, focusing on the natural taste of the ingredients, and Kazakh hospitality emphasizes communal eating, with food as a symbol of respect and connection.