If you ask Russians what is their favourite fruit preserve most will probably say Vishnevoe Varenye – sour cherry preserve. There is something especially comforting about sour cherry preserve, reflecting the childhood memories. Sour cherries (mostly morello type) are widely grown and harvested...
Easter is coming and I just wanted to share this idea as I thought someone may find it useful for the future. Russian Kulich bread (Kulich cake) recipe for Easter is very similar to the recipe of Italian Panettone. Of course,...
Are you ready for the festive season? And the festive season in Russia could not happen without booze! But there again, where can it? As this is a Russian food blog, I guess, we must follow! I know, you think ‘vodka’...
Apple Sharlotka is likely the most popular Russian sweet cake. It is famous for being simple, affordable and quick. Russian Apple Sharlotka is a sponge cake with cut apples baked inside. No fancy ingredients are needed and the result is hard...