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Sturgeon
This classic fish is prized not only for producing black caviar but for its delicate flavor and has graced many a regal table.
Shashlik (chicken or pork)
Marinated skewered meat grilled over charcoal flame.
Beef Stroganoff
19th century Russian recipe named after Count Pavel Stroganoff consisting of beef tenderloin, onion & sour cream.
Golubtsi
Cabbage rolls stuffed with ground meat and rolled to resemble “little doves” or “golubki”.
Blini
These traditional Russian pancakes are thin and delicate, yet slightly heartier than French crepes, and are enjoyed with sweet or savory toppings like jam, honey, sour cream, or caviar.
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Ukrainian Borscht (vegan)
Crimson beet and vegetable soup served with sour cream and dill.
Pelmeni
Delicious Siberian dumplings filled with veal, served with sour cream and/or bullion and dill.
Salads & Sides
Cucumbers in sour cream
Classic Slavic salad with cucumbers and dill.
Tomato salad
Ripe plum tomatoes, onions with balsamic vinegar and capers.
Buckwheat
A hearty, nutritious, naturally gluten free side dish popular in Russia.
Mashed potatoes
Creamy, buttery, and blended with milk — a classic comfort food.
Basmati rice
Fragrant, light, and fluffy — pairs perfectly with meat.
Appetizers
Homemade sauerkraut (vegan)
Finely cut fermented cabbage.
Russian Vinegret (vegan)
Classic ruby-colored salad made with beets, potatoes, carrots, pickles, sauerkraut and onions.
“Ikra” Eggplant Caviar (vegan)
Slavic spread made with a delicious medley of eggplant, bell peppers, tomatoes and caramelized onions.
Lobio (vegan)
This traditional Georgian dish is typically made with red kidney beans, onions, garlic, coriander, walnuts and spices.
Baked Goods
Fydchin
Ossetian lamb and beef pie, traditionally served for festive occasions.
Adjaruli
Boat shaped open khachapuri with cheese and egg.
Blinchiki
Thin crepe-like blini wrap with a savory cream cheese filling.
Medovik
Also known as Russian honey cake, this popular dessert combines the sweet flavors of cream and honey with a decadent, soft texture. This layer cake originated in the 19th century and has since gained popularity across multiple Eastern European countries.
Pirozhki
Traditional savory pastries filled with beef or cabbage & egg.
Russian Napoleon
This traditional dessert commemorates Russia’s sweet taste of victory over the French emperor in 1812. Alternating layers of pastry and custard, the Napoleon cake has become a national Russian dish, inspired by the French mille-feuille and topped with crumbled pastry, symbolizing the snow that helped defeat Napoleon.
Sochnik
A traditional Russian pastry that dates back to the 15th century and became especially popular during Soviet times. Crispy on the outside, it is filled with sweet, creamy farmers cheese.
Poppy seed roll “Makivnyk”
A favorite Russian, Ukrainian and Polish pastry consisting of a roll of sweet yeast bread with a dense, rich, filling of ground poppy seeds.
Syrniki
Sweet farmers cheese pancakes with a texture similar to cheesecake. Slightly crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, they are a delicious option for breakfast or dessert.
Specialty Beverages
Kvas: A fermented grain-based beverage similar to cider, popular in Russia, Ukraine, Poland, Baltic countries, Finland and some parts of China. The first written mention of kvas is found in the Primary Chronicles of 996.
Russian Tea: offered by “Museum of Samovars in US”
Join us for a Russian tea ceremony, starting from the moment a samovar chimney is filled with hot coals, the water in the “potbelly” boils and tea leaves are brewed. The favorite drink of Pushkin and Tolstoy, tea from a samovar is typically served with a cube of sugar, which is held in the mouth as one drinks their tea; or served with jam, honey or baked goods.