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RUSSIAN FOOD  

When Russian tradition meets European sensibilities, a culture rich in history, yet alive with modern edginess emerges from the shadows of the former Soviet Union.

Under the Czarist rule of mid 19th century Russia a system of intense stratification created a culture of conflict, disparity, and unrest. This was in many ways the root of what would eventually lead to revolution, civil war, the rise of the Bolsheviks.

Despite victories on the battlefield, Napoleon's army in Russia was undermined by the Russian army's scorched-earth policy and guerilla warfare. Upon entering Moscow, Napoleon's forces found it in flames. This essay describes Napoleon's early Russian campaign.

As a Russian native, people often ask me what they simply must see when they visit Russia. The 10 must see attractions in Saint Petersburg, Russia.

A brief history of how the Cossacks helped Russian spread its empire eastward to Siberia.

The effects of the Vietnam War can be felt generations after the conflict as demonstrated by films like Three Seasons, White Badge and The Beast.

Most people I have met are cautious, even turned off by Russian kitchen. This brief introduction to russian cuisine, will show you that the ingredients that go into preparing russian dishes are the same that are used in U.S. food.

From theater to rock'n'roll, Polina Skibinskaya takes you on a tour of New York's vibrant Russian culture.

The best known Russian restaurant in Chicago is Russian Tea Time, which is an upscale restaurant located downtown. The following are some restaurants that serve Russian cuisine in the Chicagoland area.

Soups are a large part of Russian cuisine. Jewish cuisine and Russian cuisine is similar.

One estimates that there are as many as 300,000 Russian-speaking residents living in and around Berlin right now and their influence here is growing.

Polina Skibinskaya takes you on a whirlwind gastronomic tour of Brighton Beach.

Seattle's Russian restaurants serve traditional and Americanized Russian and Eastern European foods at Pike Place, Broadway, and in Bellevue.

The beach town of Santa Monica offers exciting and unusual ethnic food markets and delicatessens.

Moscow on the Hill is a vodka lovers dream with fantastic food and culture to boot.

This article is a profile of the Russian Blue breed of cat. These solid color gray cats with brilliant green eyes may be slow to warm up, but their quiet, loving natures will win you over to this breed.

This is a report about what Russian Jewish immigrants lived like in the early part of the 20th century.

Firebird Russian Restaurant offers a unique taste to New York City that most other restaurants do not offer. As far as authentic food goes, this restaurant ranks right up there with the best of them.

Here are the top five restaurants to enjoy Russian fare in the Chicago area.

The first part of A Beginner's Guide to the Russian Revolution will discuss the nineteenth century and early twentieth century factors that helped set the stage for the Russian Revolution.

She is like all the others: after me because I am beautiful. Hard to resist all 4 foot of me, with a bald head and a hump.

The second part of A Beginner's Guide to the Russian Revolution shows how World War I had a sweeping effect on Russia.

The recording industry attempted to use a lawsuit do shut down Russian online music provider, AllOfMP3.com. Then, they threatened Russia itself with non-membership in the WTO. But the industry's biggest mistake was going after the wrong culprit.

A friend is writing a Russian musical

A few tips for those looking to travel to Russia.

In this piece, are compared three literary, and one cinematic accounts of Stalinist, Soviet Russia. The works and critiques of Lydia Chukovskaya, John Scott, Alexander Solzhenitsyn, and Andrei Koncalovsky are looked at.

The geographical and physical aspects of the conflict in Chechnya.

I spent the summer of the Coup in the former USSR as a 17 year old American student. Today, that world I knew no longer exists, even as I struggle to decipher its remains within my own country.

Perhaps the best documented (and most intriguing) case of a wild hominid that was captured in the wild and lived amongst humans is that of Zana. And the most astonishing and significant aspect of her life was that she inter-bred with humans!

Even during Soviet times, Moscow's large size made it the natural home for underground gay nightlife. Now that bars and clubs can more publicly cater to gays without fear of reprisal, gay Moscow is getting louder and prouder by the day.

a look at the problems and successes of globalization, especially the growth of McDonald's worldwide

Learn about Siberian cats. These Russian imports love to jump and play while becoming loyal members of your family.

A look at a few odd things going on in the Russian mind after the fall of the Soviet Union.

There are several different types of service available in the culinary industry. Every kind that you can think of from simple buffet, to Russian style, and last but not least butlered and open house. These and more are identified and explained below.

Examination of how the timing of certain events and actions of key figures in Russian history rendered the Bolshevik Revolution an inevitable outcome in 1917.

Telling the tale of a Norwegian vacation, the story delves into the temperate laws of the country and the resulting moonshine industry. It also looks at practical travel aspects such as food and lodging.

If the computers cannot be permanently rebooted, the ISS will have to be abandoned, as the computers control the altitude and recycling systems, affecting the astronauts' food and water supplies.

Sergei Grinkov did his job as a human being and set a great example of kindness, humility and male gentleness. He deserves a high place in the heavens.

In a move that surprised some, Time Magazine named Russian President Vladimir Vladimirovich Putin as Person of the Year for 2007.

Is cooking food in our microwave ovens safe? Well, I'd hoped so since I've been consuming food cooked in a microwave since I was a youngster.

Though mostly known as one of New York's great Jewish Objectivist Poets, Charles Reznikoff wrote two novels that are often ignored. This research paper seeks to establish them as great artistic statements.

Indians have often been viewed via the movie stereotype. They neither lived like the movies potray them nor as we might imagine.

Preserving Alaska Native culture is a concern for the residents of Alaska. Fears about loss of unusual and beautiful languages, artwork, and dance that define the population has ignited discussion at the state, federal, and tribal council level.

The RV life for families and senior citizens encompasses camping, fishing, wild life observations, meeting interesting fellow travelers, photographing nature, enjoying walks in pristine forests and along sandy beaches, swimming in lakes and oceans.

A food and restaurant review of the best that Chicago's Russian restaurants have to offer.

Finding real Russian restaurants in Chicago, other than going to a friends house, is really difficult. We found those mentioned in this review after 3 weeks of work and extensive research.

A brief guide to the top five Russian restaurants in Chicago.

A food guide to the top five French restaurants in Chicago, Illinois' Windy City.

Being in San Antonio, Texas, it's very hard to find good quality Italian food at a reasonable price.

Exotic Entertaining Ideas with Food for dinner parties or for everyday.

Salmonella is one of the most common intestinal infections in the U.S., and overall it is the second most common food born illness.

Fugu is the world's most dangerous food. Just one drop of the deadly toxin found in blowfish can lead to paralysis or even death.

Fast Food Nation is a gripping book that has spine tingling moments one would think I was describing a sci-fi or suspense thriller. This book has changed the way I look at the fast food industry.

Recalls are just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to questionable pet food quality.

Morning, noon, and into the night you'll always find soemthing worthwhile to eat at A&H Food Plaza

Learning to rethink your everyday food choices and cleaning out your kitchen.

Cat's can have severe allergic reactions to ingredients in their food that can endanger their health or even cause death.

Think you are doing something good for your body by foregoing that fast food fare of greasy fries and soggy buns in favor of a crisp salad? Think again! There are some silent killers in your salad and you most likely do not even know about them!

It is still possible to get a great German meal in Orlando for under $10 per person. These are not only some of the most affordable, they are some of the best.

The Russian tortoise is an active and friendly creature that will make a great first pet for your child. Your child will be entertained by this non-aggressive, docile pet.

Food poisoning is the number two most common health affliction in America, right behind the common cold.

A look at the recent dramatic rise in food costs and how one person had tried to adjust.

Pet food bags can't be recycled unless the inner plastic liners have been removed. You can save yourself the hassle of recycling a pet food bag by reusing it instead in one of these many different ways.

In Russian history, "outsiders" and "non-Russians" are often seen as "the Other,' and as noble savages. This is reflected in Russian literature.

Five cafes with excellent hot chocolate in St Petersburg, Russia. Excellent hot chocolate in Russia worth sampling!

Some nice delicacies in Manhattan's finer restaurants.

In a country where wolves and bears are still hunted, a group of dedicated conservationists works hard to protect them and to change attitudes and perceptions.

If hunters are allowed to take at least some bears legally, the reasoning goes, they might be less tempted to break the law for the bear's meat and pelt.

This is a review and summary of WholeFoods.com

A paper about propaganda used on both sides of the Cold War.

St. Petersburg is a city full of museums, churches, palaces, and lots of vodka. Here's my list of things any traveler should know about Peter the Great's Northern Capital.

Some important facts and tips that could keep you and your family out of the hospital.

Want to spend Valentine's Day in a European atmosphere? You need only look to the country beside us.

Some churches are charging up to $125 for members to attend conferences held in their own church. It is to pay for the rock star perks of some of the "ministers."

If you're in Manhattan late and hungry, eat one of these great places that never closes.

If you want to travel to Minsk, Belarus on a budget, this article will address all aspects of your Belarusian visit: visas, air travel, ground transportation, accommodations, food, and tourist sites in Minsk.

This article presents a brief history of potato-filled and cabbage-packed doughy dumplings called pierogi, a food which came to America from Eastern Europe.

Finding German food in Chicago isn't hard. Finding GREAT German food can be tricky. We'll show you where to go for the best Chicago has to offer.

Presented here, is one food writer's consumer product review of Burger King's line of BK (TM) Stackers cheeseburgers.

Along with basic supplies, necessities, and specialty requested items, 50 snails were blasted into space as well on May 11 on a Russian-built and unmanned spacecraft.

Bismarck's East40 Chophouse and Tavern offers fine food in a series of nearly private rooms, with a turn of the century ambiance.

When in LA, do as the Angelinos do. Eat at an ethnic restaurant.

This guide includes grape types, how wine is made, how to taste, serve, pair food and wine, and grow grapes

The Winter War between the Soviet Union and Finland wasn't really about territory, but about showing whether the Russian army was prepared to fend off German aggression during World War II.

They have everything from healthy dishes and vegetarian to food old fashioned comfort foods. They also have a great selection of beers that are brewed right there.

Are you looking for a restaurant in Larimer Square that serves European food? Try visiting Red Square Euro Bistro. They offer contemporary European cuisine along with vodka.

Columbus Avenue in Tampa is known for its array of Spanish-Cuban restaurants, so much so it has a nick-name of "Boliche Boulevard". There are a number of inexpensive, no cheap, places to get real Cuban comfort food. Enjoy!

A hundred and fifty variety of roles with characters such as a Chinese Mandarin, Drill Sergeant, Knife Thrower, Russian Peasant, Gangster, Clown, Police Detective, Train Conductor, or a Yard Inspector, whether they be villainous, peculiar, and morbid.

Devon Avenue has grown and changed into a haven for several of the city of Chicago's diverse populations. Devon Avenue offers some of the best Indian, Pakistani, kosher, Ethiopian, Middle Eastern, Mexican and Russian restaurants and shops.

Especially prevalent in families with a Slovak background - Polish, Ukrainian, Czech, Russian - the blessing of Easter baskets has been a Catholic ritual for centuries and is a tradition many families carry on with every year, even if they aren't regular churchgoers.

A review of Lynd's Gourmet providing excellent gourmet food products and gifts from around the world.

Paradise pastry in Glendale has plenty of indoor and outdoor seating, wine and candy for sale, as well as hot and cold deli and other food as well as 5 star cakes and pastries.

Though Bethesda, Maryland, has changed a great deal in the last twenty years, most of the original attractions are still there.

Don't turn down an opportunity for world wide culture! Enjoy global food, entertainment and shopping. There is something seasoned for eveyone's taste!

Looking at reincarnation and oddities that could provide food for thought

As food is an important part of a culture, there is one type of food in the form of a soup that is pretty important to Vietnamese history and culture let alone the ethnic cuisine.

It was a cool spring day on the Russian steppes when the decrepit taxi braved the unpaved dirt road along the rich black loam of the kolkhoz, a collective farm dedicated to some Soviet heroic feat.

Lexington Market is one of Baltimore's six operational food markets, vestiges of pre-supermarket shopping.

It is amazing how many fine restaurants there are on Hilton Head Island, and not all of them sea food either. There is everything from Deli to Frogs Legs to Italian to Steak and back again.

American ex-patriots in British Colombia are privileged to see the Russian Ballet as guests of the Director.