The Uzbek people have been careful of bread for centuries. Therefore, there are a number of customs and traditions associated with bread. The word "bread" is sacred. This word is pronounced with the same sense of pride as "mother," "Homeland." Bread is food, the cheapest and, at the same time, the greatest good, protecting everyone from the adversity needed every day. Bread is an ancient, traditional and eternal value. The roots of national Uzbek traditions associated with respect for bread date back to ancient times. Like many other peoples, the Uzbek people have bread as a symbol of hospitality, respect, food, life, abundance, and peace.

Uzbek bread, or non, holds a central place in the daily life, rituals, and celebrations of Uzbek society. The traditions surrounding bread-making, serving, and consumption are deeply symbolic, embodying values of hospitality, respect, and community unity. The preparation of traditional breads such as tandir non, patir, and katlama involves specific artisanal skills passed down through generations. These breads are baked in a tandir oven using time-honored techniques, often accompanied by rituals that bless the dough and honor the process. Bread plays an essential role in social ceremonies such as weddings, funerals, and festivals, where it serves as a symbol of life, prosperity, and hospitality. Special customs govern how bread is presented and shared, reflecting its sacred status within Uzbek culture.