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SYRNIKY
This breakfast is very popular in Russia, its fast to cook and very tasty with different toppings. The main ingredient is a cottage cheese. Russian cottage cheese could be different consistency, so for Sirniky we need thick and dry cottage cheese. Very similar...
How to properly address people in Russian
In many countries, there is a respective form of addressing men and women: in English it is Miss / Mrs. and Mr., in Spanish senorita / senora and senor, in French Mademoiselle / Madame and Monsieur. And it is not only beautiful, but also very convenient! You can...
Broken dish means happiness
These are the funny Russian people. If you break a plate or a mug, it means that happiness will soon happen. This morning I broke a beautiful butter can. I explained to my foreign husband that it was for luck. He smiled and said: “You still need to...
How to say thanks in Russian while driving a car?
Today you will read about a very interesting fact about car drivers in Russia. Imagine that you are a passenger in a car, and your Russian friend is driving. For example, you need to turn right or left, but your car is in a different lane. Your friend turns on the...
What does the Russian “застолье” mean?
Застолье [zastolie] - feast, tablefull In Russia, the main symbol of hospitality is a delicious treat. Hosts are always trying to feed the guests with tasty food. The treat that the owners prepare is called “стол” [stol] (table). Guests are invited "to the table" [k...
The future of the Russian language
In February 2022, the President of the Russian Federation gave the order to launch a special operation in Ukraine. After that day, the attitude towards Russia, Russian people, the Russian language, and in general, everything Russian-related changed. These changes are...
History of Matryoshka (aka Russian doll)
Matryoshka is one of the most common attributes that are always associated with Russia. The main Russian souvenir appeared in Russia in 1890, it was created by the artist Sergey Malyutin. The prototype of Matryoshka is a traditional Japanese doll. In 1900, Matryoshka...
How not to be afraid of speaking Russian
I would like to encourage you dear students and everyone who studies Russian! I would like to tell you that you can be proud of yourselves because studying a foreign language and taking an interest in another culture is very appreciative. ...
Several ways to help you learn Russian faster
Learning any other language is a process that requires your willpower , desire(motivation), time and an effort. Whatever the promises are, learning a foreign language is not an easy task and it is not a fast process. Otherwise they are scammers .There are...
Russian breakfast Oladushki or small pancakes
Hello! at the weekend, let’s cook one of the most popular Russian breakfasts. Oladushki or small pancakes. The recipe is very simple. Let’s go ! Ingredients: kefir 250 milliliters (*Kefir is a fermented milk drink) 2 eggs flour 240 grams sugar 30-40 grams soda 3...