Tashkent Plov Gains Protected Geographic Status

Tashkent, Uzbekistan (UzDaily.com) — “Tashkent festive plov” has been officially registered as a geographical indication and included in the state register of Uzbekistan, granting legal protection to one of the symbols of Uzbek culinary tradition.

The dish, characteristic of Tashkent city and the Tashkent region, has received recognition as a protected cultural and gastronomic product.

According to historical and ethnographic data, the tradition of preparing plov in the Tashkent oasis has developed over many centuries.

Festive plov is regarded not only as a traditional dish but also as a complex technological process combining elements of chemistry, physics, and biology. It is traditionally prepared at dawn in hemispherical, thick-walled cast-iron cauldrons.

The geographical indication status ensures legal protection of the name “Tashkent festive plov” and formalizes the traditional preparation method. It also introduces quality control mechanisms and compliance with established national standards.

Officials note that Tashkent festive plov represents an important element of cultural heritage, reflecting national values and folk traditions.

Today, it is also viewed as a component in the development of gastronomic tourism and the promotion of Uzbekistan’s national brand internationally.

A geographical indication is a form of intellectual property that certifies the link between a product’s unique qualities and its place of origin.