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Stories from our kitchen, culture, and the history of our dishes.
April 29, 2025
Beef Tartare – A Classic with Baltic Flavors
Beef tartare – that iconic dish where raw beef truly shines – has taken on countless forms around the world.
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February 6, 2025
Caviar – A Gem of Refined Taste and Tradition
Caviar is one of the most prized and luxurious ingredients in the world, with a history stretching back centuries.
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February 6, 2025
The Story of Chicken Kyiv: An Iconic Culinary Journey Through History
Chicken Kyiv is one of the most famous and beloved dishes in Eastern Europe. This crispy, buttery classic has charmed diners around the world.
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January 12, 2025
From the Opera Stage to Running a Restaurant in Oulu
Vitalij and Sonja Kanarskij founded a new restaurant combining Eastern European flavors in the Limingantull district of Oulu.
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December 28, 2024
Khachapuri: The Cheesy Heart of Georgian Cuisine
Khachapuri is one of the most famous and beloved dishes in Georgian cuisine — a cheese-filled bread that combines soft dough with melting cheese.
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December 21, 2024
The Story of Cabbage Rolls: A Delicacy Shared by Kitchens Around the World
Cabbage rolls are one of the most beloved dishes of Eastern and Northern Europe — a traditional treat where cabbage leaves are wrapped around a savory filling.
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December 11, 2024
The Story of Lagman Soup: Silk Road Flavors in a Bowl
Lagman is the pride of Central Asian cuisine — a noodle soup that brings together Eastern flavors with traditional craftsmanship.
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December 4, 2024
The Story of Borscht: A Beetroot Soup That Unites Nations
Borscht is the pride of Eastern European cuisine, but its story reaches far beyond any single country or culture.
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December 2, 2024
The Story of Pelmeni: A Journey from Siberia to World Cuisines
Pelmeni are small dumplings that have conquered dining tables around the world with their simplicity and versatility.
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