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Modern Russian Cuisine for Your Home

Author : Оксана Путан
Publisher : Litres
ISBN 13 : 504019837X
Total Pages : 122 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (41 download)

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Download or read book Modern Russian Cuisine for Your Home written by Оксана Путан and published by Litres. This book was released on 2016-08-10 with total page 122 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Добро пожаловать в мир русской кухни!Если вы хотите узнать, что такое современная русская кухня – следуйте за нами, страница за страницей. Мы расскажем вам об этом и дадим точные, проверенные рецепты и пропорции. Научим вас готовить самые простые и наиболее распространенные русские блюда.Вы откроете для себя много нового. Узнаете, как готовятся и называются популярные русские блюда. Познакомитесь не только с историей разных блюд, но и с приемами и хитростями, облегчающими их приготовление.

The Cookbook : Russian House #1 Culinary Secrets

Author : Tatyana Urusova
Publisher : Tatyana Urusova
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 151 pages
Book Rating : 4./5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Cookbook : Russian House #1 Culinary Secrets written by Tatyana Urusova and published by Tatyana Urusova. This book was released on 2020-03-01 with total page 151 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is a unique spin on Russian cuisine: Russian fusion with a California accent. Each recipe from the book contains a twist that makes the dishes interesting and delicious! Many recipes in the book go back to our childhood in Russia. It took us some time to find American food alternatives and recreate those dishes with the same familiar home flavor, but it turned out well! We like to cook and we like to experiment but we are not professional chefs by any means. Our culinary style is shaped by the nostalgia for the scrumptious meals lovingly cooked by our moms and grandmas, as well as traveling the world and getting to know various foods and cuisines. As a result, we created our own signature recipes that are memorable, unique and taste great. In our book we share ideas - not rigid guidelines - and we invite you to join our community of co-creation. Although our approach to cooking is more creative than scientific, the ever so common "Wow!" reaction to the first bite tells us that we are onto something. Our recipes are not just unique, but also very healthy! Organic, gluten-free, dairy-free, fat-free, vegan; there are so many ways that people choose to nourish themselves that challenge the norms of traditional Russian cooking. Our book can be a great source of inspiration for your fusion cuisine experiments and can awaken your creative culinary spirits We carefully selected our best recipes so that friends and families can nourish their souls by coming together and spending time with people they love, and can nourish their bodies by eating healthy and nutritious food. Our cookbook will help you: To replicate the most popular dishes from Russian restaurant using easy and detailed recipes. To cook delicious and healthy Russian meals adapted to American palate and food availability. To chose from a wide variety of vegetarian and vegan options. Our recipes are a great addition to your everyday recipes, which compliments health and open, cosmopolitan spirit! To develop a strong knowledge of Russian food culture and enable you to start experimenting with fusion culinary style. And you will have a chance to spend time with friends or family cooking and sharing meals together! About us: Russian house #1 is an experimental restaurant and intentional community for spiritual development. http://www.russian-house1.com/ Founded in 2015 and operating with a "no menu, no price" honor system, Russian House #1 relies on people’s free will and the culinary masterpieces of its team members. For over 3 years we have been offering a unique dining experience on the Russian River in Jenner, California, where the River meets the Ocean…

Home Cooking from Russia

Author : Liudmila Bylinka
Publisher : Author House
ISBN 13 : 1481708015
Total Pages : 131 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (817 download)

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Download or read book Home Cooking from Russia written by Liudmila Bylinka and published by Author House. This book was released on 2011-11-08 with total page 131 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Home Cooking from Russia" offers 50 recipes that include all courses from appetizers to desserts. This cookbook contains some of the ex-Soviet Union people heritage - the recipes that have been traditional and favorite for ages and up-to-date in families that have been living in the countries of Russia, Ukraine, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Tadzhikistan, Belorussia and others. You have probably heard about many of those meals like Borsch, Varenyky/Perogies, Pelmeni, Plov/Pilaf, Kompot, Mors, Draniki, Blini, etc. Now you can have some of those recipes on your own bookshelf and you can make some of those meals in your own kitchen. The authors are not professionals, but enthusiastic cooks at home and are more than happy to share with you their most cherished family recipes composed in a rustic and simple way. Little historic notes and suggestions might be curious and helpful. Full-color photographs accompany each recipe so that you can easily make your choice and see the end result of your effort. Bon Appetite!

Kachka

Author : Bonnie Frumkin Morales
Publisher : Flatiron Books
ISBN 13 : 1250089204
Total Pages : 405 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (5 download)

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Download or read book Kachka written by Bonnie Frumkin Morales and published by Flatiron Books. This book was released on 2017-11-14 with total page 405 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Celebrated Portland chef Bonnie Frumkin Morales brings her acclaimed Portland restaurant Kachka into your home kitchen with a debut cookbook enlivening Russian cuisine with an emphasis on vibrant, locally sourced ingredients. “With Kachka, Bonnie Morales has done something amazing: thoroughly update and modernize Russian cuisine while steadfastly holding to its traditions and spirit. Thank you comrade!” —Alton Brown From bright pickles to pillowy dumplings, ingenious vodka infusions to traditional homestyle dishes, and varied zakuski to satisfying sweets, Kachka the cookbook covers the vivid world of Russian cuisine. More than 100 recipes show how easy it is to eat, drink, and open your heart in Soviet-inspired style, from the celebrated restaurant that is changing how America thinks about Russian food. The recipes in this book set a communal table with nostalgic Eastern European dishes like Caucasus-inspired meatballs, Porcini Barley Soup, and Cauliflower Schnitzel, and give new and exciting twists to current food trends like pickling, fermentation, and bone broths. Kachka’s recipes and narratives show how Russia’s storied tradition of smoked fish, cultured dairy, and a shot of vodka can be celebratory, elegant, and as easy as meat and potatoes. The food is clear and inviting, rooted in the past yet not at all afraid to play around and wear its punk rock heart on its sleeve.

Top 51 Russian Cuisine

Author : Feodora Iwanowitsch
Publisher : Independently Published
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (215 download)

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Download or read book Top 51 Russian Cuisine written by Feodora Iwanowitsch and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2021-06-16 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This cookbook offers you the diversity of Russian cuisine. Russia is not only a very large country, but also has a large repertoire of equally diverse and unique dishes that you can easily and quickly cook at home thanks to this cookbook. The recipes are not only suitable for beginners, but also healthy and very delicious, as well as inexpensive. A special feature of the cookbook is also that this combines old family recipes, making it real and authentic dishes. Enjoy the delicious Russian cuisine in this cookbook and get a piece of Russia in your home kitchen! Delight your friends and relatives by enchanting them with Russian dishes and delicacies! Bon appétit or as they say in Russia: прия́тного аппети́та!

Russian Cuisine

Author : Maria Depenweiller
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781770502338
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (23 download)

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Download or read book Russian Cuisine written by Maria Depenweiller and published by . This book was released on 2015-05-15 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discover the fascinating details of Russian history, culture and eating habits and enjoy the tasty delights of the vast country that spans through 11 time zones and brings together more than 180 ethnic groups. Detailing the evolution and development of traditional Russian cooking, this book gives a better understanding of the foods that are now known as classical Russian dishes. Through the words of native Muscovite, Maria Depenweiller, who was born and raised in Moscow before immigrating to Canada, Russian Cuisine: Traditional and Contemporary Home Cooking covers not only Russian cooking methods such as the Russian oven samovar, but also the impact of Russian politics on its food. Discover how: The Soviet Revolution impacted Russian eating habits. Or how the Russian tea drinking tradition got started. Learn about the home cooking of the Russian Empire and try schi and rasstegai. Delight your guests with marvelous assortment of zakuski or ant hill torte from the classical Soviet cuisine. Complete the experience with suggested reading from the literature Russian classics and music accompaniment to match the mood. From table settings, to backyard gardens and pantry items, this book teaches you everything you need to know about Russian food.

Classic Russian Cuisine: A Magnificent Selection of More Than 400 Traditional Recipes

Author : Alla Sacharow
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
ISBN 13 : 1628720794
Total Pages : 583 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (287 download)

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Download or read book Classic Russian Cuisine: A Magnificent Selection of More Than 400 Traditional Recipes written by Alla Sacharow and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 1993-11-30 with total page 583 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Alla Sacharow's passion for Russian cooking springs from her devotion to her native land. For this unique collection she has assmebled 450 recipes, chosen from among thousands, and creates a culinary tour of her homeland. More than 130 full-color photos illustrate the recipes and the art of presentation, and reflect both the Russian countryside and Russian culture. Skyhorse Publishing, along with our Good Books and Arcade imprints, is proud to publish a broad range of cookbooks, including books on juicing, grilling, baking, frying, home brewing and winemaking, slow cookers, and cast iron cooking. We’ve been successful with books on gluten-free cooking, vegetarian and vegan cooking, paleo, raw foods, and more. Our list includes French cooking, Swedish cooking, Austrian and German cooking, Cajun cooking, as well as books on jerky, canning and preserving, peanut butter, meatballs, oil and vinegar, bone broth, and more. While not every title we publish becomes a New York Times bestseller or a national bestseller, we are committed to books on subjects that are sometimes overlooked and to authors whose work might not otherwise find a home.

The Ultimate Russian Cookbook

Author : Slavka Bodic
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 162 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (856 download)

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Download or read book The Ultimate Russian Cookbook written by Slavka Bodic and published by . This book was released on 2020-09-16 with total page 162 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discover the Taste of Russia. Embark on a Mouthwatering Journey Through Russia and Explore Its Incredible Cuisine. Do you like to cook at home, but you are out of ideas lately? Would you like to: Try something new? Get inspiration for tons of different meals? Learn the secrets of traditional Russian cuisine? Cook tastiest and mouthwatering food? Make attractive meals with ease? If so, then this cookbook is perfect for you! There is nothing more soul-warming and satisfying than a home-cooked meal. In this book, you will find 111 carefully picked recipes that will take you on a fantastic journey through Russia. The recipes are simple, and ingredients are widely accessible, so no excuses like "I don't know how to cook." By following these detailed recipes, your cooking will be on par with the best master chefs in the world. This is a perfect opportunity for you to explore new things from the comfort of your home. Surprise yourself or your friends and family with these tasty meals. Be sure to try all of them out. Here is what this unique cookbook can offer you: Taste of Russia: Explore Russia through its incredible and tasty food. Mouthwatering recipes: Enjoy 111 carefully chosen recipes that are guaranteed to surprise your senses. Thorough and detailed guidance: Learn how to cook great meals with ease with detailed explanations. Recipes for all occasions: Discover perfect recipes for both special events and everyday cooking. Meals for both vegans and meat-lovers From succulent borscht to soups and warm and cold salads, the plethora of Russian flavors will satisfy the most demanding palate. Don't be afraid to taste something new! Scroll up, click on "Buy Now with 1-Click", and Get Your Copy Now!

Salt & Time

Author : Alissa Timoshkina
Publisher : Interlink Books
ISBN 13 : 9781623718053
Total Pages : 240 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (18 download)

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Download or read book Salt & Time written by Alissa Timoshkina and published by Interlink Books. This book was released on 2022-10-18 with total page 240 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: NEW IN PAPERBACK! A collection of delicious modern recipes from Siberia and beyond Salt & Time will transform perceptions of the food of the former Soviet Union, and especially Siberia—the crossroads of Eastern European and Central Asian cuisine—with 100 inviting recipes adapted for modern tastes and Western kitchens, and evocative storytelling to explain and entice. Why not try the restorative Solyanka fish soup (a famous Russian hangover cure), savor the fragrant Chicken with prunes or treat yourself to some Napoleon cake. In Alissa Timoshkina’s words: “Often we need distance and time, both to see things better and to feel closer to them. This is certainly true of the food of my home country, Russia—or Siberia, to be exact. When I think of Siberia, I hear the sound of fresh snow crunching beneath my feet. Today, whenever I crush sea salt flakes between my fingers as I cook, I think of that sound. In this book, I feature recipes that are authentic to Siberia, classic Russian flavor combinations and my modern interpretations. You will find dishes from the pre-revolutionary era and the Soviet days, as well as contemporary approaches—revealing a cuisine that is vibrant, nourishing, exciting and above all relevant no matter the time or the place.”

The Art of Russian Cuisine

Author : Anne Volokh
Publisher : Simon & Schuster Books For Young Readers
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 648 pages
Book Rating : 4.X/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Art of Russian Cuisine written by Anne Volokh and published by Simon & Schuster Books For Young Readers. This book was released on 1983 with total page 648 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Art of Russian Cuisine is a treasury of over 500 Russian dishes accompanied by a sampling of Russian social and literary history. The recipes span the range of ethnic influences, from Georgian to Ukrainian to Far Eastern, and include fish, meat, and poultry dishes, vegetables, soups, piroghi and other pies, dumplings of all kinds, noodles, cereals, breads, desserts. The book also features an index of Russian food sources. Clearly written step-by-step instructions quickly familiarize the cook with Russian techniques as well as numerous recipe variations, accompaniments for every dish, and menus for all occasions. The Art of Russian Cuisine goes well beyond what is normally taken for "Russian cuisine" (Chicken Kiev and Beef Stroganoff, which, Volokh says, are very "un-Russian") and presents a comprehensive look at the bountiful and diverse cuisine of traditional Russia. For aficionados of Russian food or cooks who want the most encyclopedic volume on Russian cooking, The Art of Russian Cuisine is the most complete source. Book jacket.

A Taste of Russia

Author : Darra Goldstein
Publisher : Russian Information Service
ISBN 13 : 1880100428
Total Pages : 226 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (81 download)

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Download or read book A Taste of Russia written by Darra Goldstein and published by Russian Information Service. This book was released on 1999 with total page 226 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A definitive modern cookbook on Russian cuisine, "A Taste of Russia" layers superbly researched recipes with informative essays on the dishes' rich historical and cultural context. With over 200 recipes on everything from borsch to blini, from Salmon Coulbiac to Beef Stew, from Marinated Mushrooms to Black Bread, Goldstein shows off the best that Russian cooking has to offer.

Russian Food & Recipes

Author : Amelia Mosby
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 72 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Russian Food & Recipes written by Amelia Mosby and published by . This book was released on 2021-01-25 with total page 72 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Come take a journey with us into the delights of easy cooking. The point of this cookbook and all our cookbooks is to exemplify the effortless nature of cooking simply. This is a perfect opportunity for you to explore new things from the comfort of your home. Surprise yourself or your friends and family with these tasty meals. Be sure to try all of them out. In this book we focus on Russian cooking. Russian Recipes is a complete set of simple but very unique Russian dishes. You will find that even though the recipes are simple, the tastes are quite amazing.

Russian Cookbook

Author : Grizzly Publishing
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781952395437
Total Pages : 126 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (954 download)

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Download or read book Russian Cookbook written by Grizzly Publishing and published by . This book was released on 2020-03-02 with total page 126 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A cookbook on traditional Russian cuisine that outlines recipes not to be read as a pastime but to be followed in the kitchen with ease and without confusion - that is exactly what this cookbook is all about. You may have had doubts or an initial level interest in the food culture of Russia; perhaps you never got around to digging a little deeper into the recipes and ingredients that are most widely used in Russian cooking. Well, fret not! This cookbook is here as your knight in shining armor. Apart from shedding light on the foods that have been indulged in throughout the ages and history of this land, this book also helps you understand how everything that looks daunting to try out - is actually not. In this book, you will get access to authentic recipes for: The world famous beef stroganoff Authentic Russian soups like Borscht Interesting desserts options like Chak Chak And some wide variety of authentic Russian breakfast, salads and soup recipes. Every single Russian recipe you have ever heard of but found the very concept of to be intimidating is, in fact, something you could just waltz into your kitchen and whip it up with ease, glee, and a tempting aroma wafting through your home. So what are you waiting for? Click on the buy now button right now and buy your copy today!

Salt & Time

Author : Alissa Timoshkina
Publisher : Mitchell Beazley
ISBN 13 : 1784726052
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (847 download)

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Download or read book Salt & Time written by Alissa Timoshkina and published by Mitchell Beazley. This book was released on 2019-03-07 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Salt & Time will transform perceptions of the food of the former Soviet Union, and especially Siberia - the crossroads of Eastern European and Central Asian cuisine - with 100 inviting recipes adapted for modern tastes and Western kitchens, and evocative storytelling to explain and entice. Why not try the restorative Solyanka fish soup (a famous Russian hangover cure), savour the fragrant Chicken with prunes or treat yourself to some Napoleon cake. 'Often we need distance and time, both to see things better and to feel closer to them. This is certainly true of the food of my home country, Russia - or Siberia, to be exact. When I think of Siberia, I hear the sound of fresh snow crunching beneath my feet. Today, whenever I crush sea salt flakes between my fingers as I cook, I think of that sound. In this book I feature recipes that are authentic to Siberia, classic Russian flavour combinations and my modern interpretations. You will find dishes from the pre-revolutionary era and the Soviet days, as well as contemporary approaches - revealing a cuisine that is vibrant, nourishing, exciting and above all relevant no matter the time or the place.' - Alissa Timoshkina 'If anyone had to write a Russian cookbook now, it would have to be her, and her book will end up being a classic' - Olia Hercules, author of Mamushka and Kaukasis

Beyond the North Wind

Author : Darra Goldstein
Publisher : Ten Speed Press
ISBN 13 : 0399580395
Total Pages : 322 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (995 download)

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Download or read book Beyond the North Wind written by Darra Goldstein and published by Ten Speed Press. This book was released on 2020-02-04 with total page 322 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 100 traditional yet surprisingly modern recipes from the far northern corners of Russia, featuring ingredients and dishes that young Russians are rediscovering as part of their heritage. IACP AWARD FINALIST • LONGLISTED FOR THE ART OF EATING PRIZE • NAMED ONE OF THE BEST COOKBOOKS OF THE YEAR BY THE WASHINGTON POST AND FORBES “A necessary resource for food writers and for eaters, a fascinating read and good excuse to make fermented oatmeal.”—Bon Appétit Russian cookbooks tend to focus on the food that was imported from France in the nineteenth century or the impoverished food of the Soviet era. Beyond the North Wind explores the true heart of Russian food, a cuisine that celebrates whole grains, preserved and fermented foods, and straightforward but robust flavors. Recipes for a dazzling array of pickles and preserves, infused vodkas, homemade dairy products such as farmers cheese and cultured butter, puff pastry hand pies stuffed with mushrooms and fish, and seasonal vegetable soups showcase Russian foods that are organic and honest--many of them old dishes that feel new again in their elegant minimalism. Despite the country's harsh climate, this surprisingly sophisticated cuisine has an incredible depth of flavor to offer in dishes like Braised Cod with Horseradish, Roast Lamb with Kasha, Black Currant Cheesecake, and so many more. This home-style cookbook with a strong sense of place and evocative storytelling brings to life a rarely seen portrait of Russia, its people, and its palate—with 100 recipes, gorgeous photography, and essays on the little-known culinary history of this fascinating and wild part of the world.

Enjoy the Real Taste of Russian Food at Home!

Author : April Blomgren
Publisher : Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
ISBN 13 : 9781979575225
Total Pages : 78 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (752 download)

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Download or read book Enjoy the Real Taste of Russian Food at Home! written by April Blomgren and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2017-11-07 with total page 78 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Russian cuisine reflects the cooking traditions of Russia. The diverse cuisine is famous for its particular peculiarity. Russian recipes have a combination of delicious food items, such as honey, berries, mushrooms, caviar, poultry, pork, and fish. The Russian cuisine is famous for a plethora of vodka, beer, cereals, pies, pancakes, bread, millet, barley, wheat, and rye. Stews and soups are centered on storable or seasonal products, meats, and fish. These food items remain a staple for the majority of Russians. The "Russian Cuisine: 30 Authentic Russian Food Recipes - Enjoy the Real Taste of Russian Food at Home" is an exclusive cookbook for all Russian food lovers. This book has 30 authentic recipes to prepare Russian food. All recipes are available with step-by-step instructions and images. This book offers: * Delicious Russian Appetizers * Incredible Russian Salad * Russian Soup, Chili, and Borsht * Delicious Russian Desserts * Yummy Russian Beverages This book has lots of unique recipes of Russian cuisine. Try these recipes to surprise your family members.

Mastering the Art of Soviet Cooking

Author : Anya von Bremzen
Publisher : Crown
ISBN 13 : 0307886832
Total Pages : 370 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (78 download)

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Download or read book Mastering the Art of Soviet Cooking written by Anya von Bremzen and published by Crown. This book was released on 2013-09-17 with total page 370 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A James Beard Award-winning writer captures life under the Red socialist banner in this wildly inventive, tragicomic memoir of feasts, famines, and three generations “Delicious . . . A banquet of anecdote that brings history to life with intimacy, candor, and glorious color.”—NPR’s All Things Considered Born in 1963, in an era of bread shortages, Anya grew up in a communal Moscow apartment where eighteen families shared one kitchen. She sang odes to Lenin, black-marketeered Juicy Fruit gum at school, watched her father brew moonshine, and, like most Soviet citizens, longed for a taste of the mythical West. It was a life by turns absurd, naively joyous, and melancholy—and ultimately intolerable to her anti-Soviet mother, Larisa. When Anya was ten, she and Larisa fled the political repression of Brezhnev-era Russia, arriving in Philadelphia with no winter coats and no right of return. Now Anya occupies two parallel food universes: one where she writes about four-star restaurants, the other where a taste of humble kolbasa transports her back to her scarlet-blazed socialist past. To bring that past to life, Anya and her mother decide to eat and cook their way through every decade of the Soviet experience. Through these meals, and through the tales of three generations of her family, Anya tells the intimate yet epic story of life in the USSR. Wildly inventive and slyly witty, Mastering the Art of Soviet Cooking is that rare book that stirs our souls and our senses. ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR: The Christian Science Monitor, Publishers Weekly