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Dr. Salim M. AlMalik, Director-General (DG) of the Islamic World Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (ICESCO), urged countries to prioritize investment in water management, sanitation systems, and hygiene services, according to the official website of ICESCKO. He also reaffirmed that water security is vital in ensuring not only humanity’s survival, …

There are a lot of wonderful chicken dishes in Azerbaijan, for those looking for something hearty that doesn’t include red meat. Some dishes have many variations, so keep your eyes peeled for “toyuq”, which means chicken in Azerbaijani. Even very traditional dishes that are most commonly made with red meat, …

Azerbaijan’s pianist Firuza Najafli will represent the country at World Art Games International Art Media Contest. The musician qualified for the contest’s final, scoring 94 points out of 100 place in “Instrumental” nomination, Azernews reported. Speaking about the contest, Firuza Najafli expressed her gratitude to the contest organizers and her piano  teacher, …

Trying authentic Azerbaijani food should be a priority on any visit to Baku. Culture Trip asked culinary experts for their must-try local dishes and where to find them in the Azerbaijani capital. After the Soviet Union dissolved, national Azerbaijani cuisine underwent a period of significant restoration. Culinary experts such as the late …

The food in Azerbaijan blends regional influences from Iran, Turkey and the Mediterranean. Dishes tend to be meat-based, especially mutton, with recipes passed down generations to give distinct flavours. If you’re visiting Azerbaijan, sample some of these traditional meals. Plov Plov, or Pilaf, is a traditional food in Azerbaijan as …

Mud baths, naturally occurring hot springs and swanky hotel spas and wellness centres make Baku an obvious choice for a relaxing break in the Caucasus. Long before homes had indoor bathrooms, the bathhouse, hamam or natural spring was not only a place to wash, but also the centre of a …

YARAT Contemporary Space has presented a virtual lettuce of Russian art expert Olga Polyanskaya. During the lecture, Olga Polyanskaya provided insight into the collection of Azerbaijani paintings (1960-1980s) stored at the State Tretyakov Gallery in Moscow. YARAT is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to nurturing an understanding of contemporary art in Azerbaijan and to creating a platform for …

A book about Azerbaijani cuisine by Stalik Khankishiyev, “Bazar, kazan and dastarkhan”, has been named the winner of a contest in the Caroussel du Louvre gallery in Paris that involved culinary books from 65 countries and chefs from 10 countries. Speaking to the awards ceremony, Khankishiyev, a promoter of Azerbaijan’s …

Azerbaijan has a very rich and delicious cuisine. However it is not very well promoted in the world and it is very hard to find original Azerbaijani food somewhere in Europe or North America. However, if you are in Baku, don’t miss a chance to taste the country’s most delicious …

The local takes on the kebab and pilaf are rich and satisfying, but there is also anabundance of fresh, healthy fruit and vegetables to be enjoyed. In the summer heat Azerbaijanis love to drink hot tea, which is believed to help the body cool off naturally. In the regions, tea …