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Uzbek Cuisine Takes Manhattan: Tashkent Supermarket Opens in West Village

12/24/2025

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  • The Tashkent Supermarket chain expanded to Manhattan's West Village, offering plov and samsas to a diverse clientele.
  • The West Village location has gained popularity through social media influencers.
  • Misa Khayriddinova, a Tashkent representative, says the store showcases Uzbek culture and serves locals and newcomers.
  • Despite rising Manhattan real estate costs, the store remains a hub for those craving home flavors.