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Heatwave? Cold Soup Recipe from Sergey ManenkovHeatwave? Cold Soup Recipe from Sergey Manenkov
Heatwave? Cold Soup Recipe from Sergey ManenkovAs heatwave grips Yugra with temperatures above 30°C (86°F), Beloyarsky District Head Sergey Manenkov offers a recipe for a cold beet soup to cool down.
Panda Sakha catches and grills pike on riverbankPanda Sakha catches and grills pike on riverbank
Panda Sakha catches and grills pike on riverbankYakut blogger Panda Sakha (Vyacheslav Romanov) caught a pike on the riverbank, cleaned it, and grilled it in a basket, sharing the recipe on Telegram.
Prices in Chukotka: Cucumbers 1,200, Sausage 1,800Prices in Chukotka: Cucumbers 1,200, Sausage 1,800
Prices in Chukotka: Cucumbers 1,200, Sausage 1,800A resident of Tyumen showed photographs of price tags from a store in the town of Bilibino, Chukotka.
Woman shows Chukotka prices: cucumbers 1200, sausage 1800Woman shows Chukotka prices: cucumbers 1200, sausage 1800
Woman shows Chukotka prices: cucumbers 1200, sausage 1800A resident of Tyumen shared photos showing exorbitant food prices at a supermarket in Bilibino, Chukotka, where cucumbers cost 1,200 rubles ($13 at current rates) per kilogram and sausage 1,800 rubles ($20 at current rates).
Gardening expert advises Kurgan gardeners on garlic storageGardening expert advises Kurgan gardeners on garlic storage
Gardening expert advises Kurgan gardeners on garlic storageEkaterina Novoselova, head of plant protection at the Kurgan branch of Rosselkhoztsentr (Russian Agricultural Center), explains how to store garlic by observing its appearance.
Doctor's Sausage Taste Test: Eight Brands ComparedDoctor's Sausage Taste Test: Eight Brands Compared
Doctor's Sausage Taste Test: Eight Brands ComparedThe NGS editorial team blindly tested eight samples ranging from 275 to 730 rubles ($3 to $8 at current rates) per kilogram.
Finger-Licking Good! 5 Unusual Berry Jam RecipesFinger-Licking Good! 5 Unusual Berry Jam Recipes
Finger-Licking Good! 5 Unusual Berry Jam RecipesDiscover five creative jam recipes featuring unusual combinations like mint, nuts, and rose petals, with handy recipe cards for easy preparation.
Botulism Risk: How to Can Vegetables SafelyBotulism Risk: How to Can Vegetables Safely
Botulism Risk: How to Can Vegetables SafelyImproper home canning can conceal a deadly toxin; experts share tips to safely preserve vegetables and prevent botulism.
Samara Oblast trades dangerous meatSamara Oblast trades dangerous meat
Samara Oblast trades dangerous meatRospotrebnadzor inspectors found that 28 out of 552 meat samples in Samara Oblast failed safety standards, including physical-chemical violations.
Restaurant of the Year: How Lyulya-Lyubya Became One of Perm's Top Gastronomic ProjectsRestaurant of the Year: How Lyulya-Lyubya Became One of Perm's Top Gastronomic Projects
Restaurant of the Year: How Lyulya-Lyubya Became One of Perm's Top Gastronomic ProjectsGuests are welcomed like old friends, and an ordinary dinner turns into a real feast with toasts and dancing.
Eggs and Apples Rise: Murmansk Prices ShiftEggs and Apples Rise: Murmansk Prices Shift
Eggs and Apples Rise: Murmansk Prices ShiftMurmanskstat recorded price changes for everyday foods from 27 January to 2 February, with eggs up 3.7% and apples up 2.8%.
Classic Greek salad recipe from a Barnaul localClassic Greek salad recipe from a Barnaul local
Classic Greek salad recipe from a Barnaul localAnna Patylitsyna from Barnaul shares her classic recipe for Greek salad, a refreshing dish perfect for any festive table.
Popular restaurant reopens with new hall, more seatsPopular restaurant reopens with new hall, more seats
Popular restaurant reopens with new hall, more seatsAfter a major renovation, the popular Ratatouille Family restaurant in Yekaterinburg has reopened with an additional hall and more seats, and is now accepting reservations for the upcoming holidays.
FAS Investigates Bread Price Hikes in YakutiaFAS Investigates Bread Price Hikes in Yakutia
FAS Investigates Bread Price Hikes in YakutiaRussia's Federal Antimonopoly Service (FAS) has launched an investigation into bread and bakery product price increases in Yakutia, targeting both producers and sellers.
Doctors Explain When to Avoid Cottage CheeseDoctors Explain When to Avoid Cottage Cheese
Doctors Explain When to Avoid Cottage CheeseCottage cheese is often praised for bone health, but doctors say its benefits are overstated and it may even be harmful in certain cases.
Georgian kharcho: better than restaurant recipeGeorgian kharcho: better than restaurant recipe
Georgian kharcho: better than restaurant recipeThis hearty and aromatic Georgian beef soup is perfect for warming up after a cold walk. Follow our detailed recipe for restaurant-quality results.
7 Healthy Dinner Options for Weight Loss7 Healthy Dinner Options for Weight Loss
7 Healthy Dinner Options for Weight LossLight protein-vegetable dishes help maintain a healthy figure and overall well-being.
Five Irresistible Pancake Fillings for Pancake WeekFive Irresistible Pancake Fillings for Pancake Week
Five Irresistible Pancake Fillings for Pancake WeekSimple step-by-step recipes for unusual fillings that even picky eaters will love.
Omsk fishermen catch over a dozen large pikeOmsk fishermen catch over a dozen large pike
Omsk fishermen catch over a dozen large pikeOver the weekend, Omsk fishermen caught more than a dozen large pike at Lake Izyuk in the Bolsherechensky district, sharing photos of their impressive haul online.
Togliatti yearly food prices: cucumbers cheaper, beef costlierTogliatti yearly food prices: cucumbers cheaper, beef costlier
Togliatti yearly food prices: cucumbers cheaper, beef costlierBy comparing Samara Statistical Office (Samarastat) reports from early 2025 and 2026, we found which food items in Togliatti saw the biggest price rises and falls.
Cucumber Drops Most, Beef Rises Most in SamaraCucumber Drops Most, Beef Rises Most in Samara
Cucumber Drops Most, Beef Rises Most in SamaraWe closely examined the Samara State Statistics Service report and compared data from early January 2025 and 2026 to identify which foods rose or fell in price.
Perm inclusive café similar to St. Petersburg's OgurtsyPerm inclusive café similar to St. Petersburg's Ogurtsy
Perm inclusive café similar to St. Petersburg's OgurtsyAn inclusive café with a bakery will open in Perm in May 2026, where teenagers and adults with disabilities will work and learn professional skills.
Murmansk Fish Exports Surge, China Becomes Top BuyerMurmansk Fish Exports Surge, China Becomes Top Buyer
Murmansk Fish Exports Surge, China Becomes Top BuyerIn January 2026, Murmansk region shipped over 7,300 tons of fish and seafood, a 23.6% increase year-on-year, with China emerging as the main buyer.
Murmansk Residents Share Monthly Food Expenses, Hunt for DiscountsMurmansk Residents Share Monthly Food Expenses, Hunt for Discounts
Murmansk Residents Share Monthly Food Expenses, Hunt for DiscountsResidents of Murmansk have disclosed how much they spend on groceries each month, detailing their shopping habits and savings strategies.
Grandmother's Perfect Borscht Recipe: Kids Will Ask for Seconds!Grandmother's Perfect Borscht Recipe: Kids Will Ask for Seconds!
Grandmother's Perfect Borscht Recipe: Kids Will Ask for Seconds!A Voronezh1.ru reader shares her proven secrets for this quintessential winter family dish, which even novice cooks can master.