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Russian Cuisine. Jen & Eli. Russian Cuisine has not changed much over the years. Most, if not all, dishes are homemade. Russians tend to not eat out because of affordability. Very passionate about food and the preparation of the food. Consistency. Some famous Russian meals are.
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Russian Cuisine Jen & Eli
Russian Cuisine has not changed much over the years. • Most, if not all, dishes are homemade. • Russians tend to not eat out because of affordability. • Very passionate about food and the preparation of the food. Consistency
Breakfast consisting of.... • rye bread • sliced sausage • butter, but that’s optional
Lunch Pelmeni • Pastry dumpling typically filled with meatballs. • Can be served alone. • Could also be served slathered in butter and topped with sour cream. • Can also be served in a soup broth. --->
Dinner Chicken Kyiv (Kiev) • Made from chicken breast, eggs, Japanese bread crumbs and much more! • Originally named Mikhailovska cutlet in France (1840s). • Renamed chicken Kiev in Moscow years after WWII.
The Cold Hard Facts • Pyotr Smirnovand is the creator of Smirnoff. • Created in 1864. • Not officially Trademarked until 1896. • Started in the poorest neighborhoods to help spread the word about “Smirnoff Vodka” • Known as the #1 Vodka in the world.
Traditions -The oldest or most honoured guest is served first. -Do not begin eating until the host/hostess invites you to start. -Do not rest your elbows on the table, although your hands should be visible at all times.
Traditions Cont. -It is polite to use bread to soak up gravy or sauce. -Men pour drinks for women seated next to them. -Leaving a small amount of food on your plate indicates that your hosts have provided ample hospitality. -It is improper to look into another person’s plate or saucer.
New Year’s Cuisine The word sochevnik / solchenik derives from the word sochivo, a dish also known as kutya consisting of boiled wheat sweetened with honey. The meal begins only after the first star is spotted in the night sky, in remembrance of the Star of Bethlehem, which announced the impending birth of the Christ Child.
Where can I find in Chicago? Euro Deli 4861 Oakton St Skokie, IL 60077 b/t La Crosse Ave & Lamon Ave (847) 329-1430
Where to get more info? http://gorussia.about.com/od/food_and_drink_in_russia/a/russian_breakfast.htm http://goeasteurope.about.com/od/russia/a/Russianfood.htm http://rbth.ru/articles/2012/08/27/top_12_russian_sweets_17701.html http://rbth.ru/articles/2012/08/27/top_12_russian_sweets_17701.html http://russianreport.wordpress.com/russian-cuisine-main-salads-soups-desserts/meal-traditions-and-etiquette/ http://russianreport.wordpress.com/russian-cuisine-main-salads-soups-desserts/meal-traditions-and-etiquette/ http://www.businessweek.com/stories/2009-05-20/smirnoff-the-amazing-history-of-a-brand http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/alton-brown/chicken-kiev-recipe/index.html http://www.npr.org/blogs/thesalt/2013/01/29/170595236/classic-comfort-dish-chicken-kiev-got-its-start-in-france