October 01, 1998 A closed pie Kulebyaka is arguably one of the most popular types of Russian pies. Here we present a recipe from the famed Praga restaurant in Moscow.
August 01, 1998 The great bird's milk secret Ptichye moloko -- that famous Russian torte, has its history revealed here. But the recipe remains a secret...
June 01, 1998 The Volga Germans Soon after coming to power in a bloodless coup, Catherine II (later “The Great”), herself German, extended an invitation to Germans to colonize portions of the lower Volga, to improve farming in the region. Travel
June 01, 1998 Ferapontov: Medieval Stronghold, Modern Treasure Secreted away in a little-known monastery in Northern Russia are some art treasures of incomparable worth. Travel
June 01, 1998 The Tsar of Russian Fish Osetrina po-Tsarsky -- sturgeon prepared in the tsarist manner. What more need be said?
June 01, 1998 Saratov: Vanguard of the Volga Where we visit a southern region in Russia that is making a name for itself and interview the man who some (including President Yeltsin) are calling the "next president of Russia." Travel
April 01, 1998 The Perfect Vodka Appetizer Lightly-salted Selyodka (herring) is the perfect accompaniement to a vodkafest.
March 01, 1998 Dishes to Wow the Women Two dishes that are great for celebrating women's day (with the men cooking!): Beef with prunes and Pork with prune sauce.
February 01, 1998 Vladimir: The Power of Architecture When Vladimir fell to the Mongols in 1238, it signaled the beginning of hundreds ofyears of Russian subjugation. But that was just one of the many trials in this town's long history. Travel
February 01, 1998 A Cure For All Ills Sour cabbage is made in many countries. But nowhere is it consumed in the quantities it is in Russia.
January 01, 1998 Suzdal Medieval monasteries and a storied past has made a tourist's mecca of Suzdal, one of Russia's oldest, and best-preserved towns. Travel
