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Eat your way across Russia

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Start your journey with a typical Soviet breakfast.

Raise a glass for Abrau-Durso, one of Russia’s Champagne capitals.

Tell the difference between the Soviet cafeterias — zakusochnayas, ryumochnayas and rivnayas.

Read behind-the-scenes stories about blini and other iconic Russian dishes that made history.

Explore the secrets of pelmeni, “a heart of Russian cuisine.”

Learn about samovar, a famous Russian gadget

Try a spoon of honey, a traditional Russian honey that became a vital part of the local folklore.

Feel the taste of the famous Russian Tula pryanik that have been baked since the 17th century.

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