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Day 1: Arrival and Introduction to Mongolian Cuisine

- Arrive in Ulaanbaatar and transfer to your accommodation. Settle in and take some time to relax.

- Begin your culinary adventure with a traditional Mongolian meal. Enjoy buuz (steamed dumplings) and khuushuur(fried meat-filled pastries), which are staples of Mongolian cuisine.

- Explore the vibrant Naran Tuul Market, also known as the Black Market, where you can discover fresh local produce, spices, dried meats, and traditional snacks. End the evening with a tasting session of süürtei tsai (milk tea) paired with boortsog(fried dough).

Day 2: Dairy Delights and Traditional Cooking Techniques

- Take a trip to a local Terelj National Park and stay in ger (yurt) settlement in the countryside. Learn about the different dairy products that play a major role in Mongolian cuisine, including airag (fermented mare’s milk), süütei tsai(milk tea), and byaslag (cheese).

- Experience a homemade meal of fresh dairy products, including homemade sour cream, yoghurt, and butter, served alongside boiled meat.

- Participate in a hands-on cheese-making demonstration to learn how Mongolians make their traditional cheeses.

- Go back to Ulaanbaatar and try bansh(small dumplings) served with a rich, flavorful broth, and shorlog (grilled lamb or beef).

Day 3: Mongolian Soups, Stews, and Broths

- Begin your day with a Mongolian cooking class where you will learn how to prepare tsuivan (stir-fried noodles with vegetables and meat.

- Enjoy your freshly prepared tsuivanand taste the deliciously. Learn about the various herbs and spices used to create these hearty dishes.

- Take a guided tour of Ulaanbaatar’s best local restaurants that specialize in beef soups, broths, and boiled mutton. Sample a variety of mutton broths and understand the cultural significance behind these meals.

- Experience Mongolian barbecue, where meats, vegetables, and noodles are grilled at your table. Savor the flavors of tender lamb, beef, and vegetables, served with a variety of sauces and traditional breads like naan.

Day 4: A Day in the Countryside with Traditional Barbecue

- Take a scenic drive to a nearby countryside ger camp or village for a full-day culinary experience. In the village, you’ll meet locals and learn about traditional methods of food production, from herding to farming.

- Enjoy a traditional khorkhog, a Mongolian barbecue prepared by cooking meat and vegetables in a pit with hot stones. This unique cooking method results in tender, smoky-flavored meats, often served with fresh bread and pickles.

-Explore the rural lifestyle by visiting local farms where you can sample fresh wild berries, potatoes, root vegetables, and learn about the natural ingredients used in traditional Mongolian meals.

- Head back to Ulaanbaatar and indulge in fried dumplings and mutton skewers, paired with a refreshing glass of local beer or a glass of airag.

Day 5: The Art of Baking and Sweets

- Visit a local bakery where you will learn how to make boortsog (Mongolian fried dough) and guriltai shol(noodle soup with meat). Mongolian baking uses simple yet flavorful ingredients like flour, butter, and milk, and you’ll be able to bake some of these traditional treats yourself.

-Visit a local dessert shop in Ulaanbaatar.

-Enjoy a traditional Mongolian dinner of boiled fish and steamed dumplings, paired with a cup of hot milk tea.

Day 6: Hotpot and Modern Mongolian Cuisine

- Take a cooking class where you will learn to prepare a Mongolian hotpot. This flavorful dish involves cooking meats, vegetables, and noodles in a simmering broth. The class will introduce you to the different types of broths and ingredients used in Mongolian hotpots.

- Enjoy the hotpot you have prepared, and learn about its significance in Mongolian family gatherings. You’ll also be able to taste local pickled vegetables and dried fruits served alongside the hotpot.

- Explore the modern culinary scene of Ulaanbaatar, where traditional Mongolian flavors are blended with international techniques. Visit a fusion restaurant that combines Mongolian ingredients with global cooking styles.

End the day with a Mongolian whiskey tasting, paired with traditional snacks like borts /dried yak meat/and cheese.

Day 7: Final Cooking Class and Farewell Dinner

- On your last day, take part in a final cooking class where you will prepare a full Mongolian meal, including dumplings, noodles, meat stews, and Mongolian sweets. This class will help you understand the balance of flavors in Mongolian dishes.

- Departure