In Uzbekistan, people participate in folk festivities, visit each other, and enjoy festive dishes. The holiday table always has plenty of food - sumalak made from sprouted grain, shurpa soup, spring kuk-somsa with greens and spinach, lamb dishes, and nishalda - a sweet dessert made from egg whites.

In Kazakhstan, the holiday is called Nauryz, and the success and abundance of the year depend on the generosity of the holiday table. Its traditional element is a ritual where everyone greet each other with handshakes using both hands and say "Жыл куты болсун!" ("Happy New Year!"). Nauryz kozhe is the main dish made from seven ingredients symbolizing diversity and abundance.

In Kyrgyzstan, snow on Nooruz is considered a good sign, and boiled sumolok made from sprouted wheat promises the fulfillment of wishes. A special ritual involves stones in the sumolok: if you find a stone, you can make a wish.

In Tajikistan, Navruz is a time of respect and forgiveness. According to ancient custom, before Navruz arrives, people should clean their homes and streets and settle debts. A feature of the celebration is the table ritual with seven dishes starting with the letter "s", each of which has its own symbolism. The most famous festive dish is sumanak.

In Turkmenistan, it is believed that the happier you welcome Navruz, the better the year will be. For the holiday, they prepare pilaf and a special food called "semeni", made from flour, water, and sugar, which is cooked jointly by several families. In the evening of the holiday, a bonfire is lit, burning away all problems and troubles.

Navruz unites the peoples of Central Asia in a celebration of spring, abundance, and friendship!