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Cocktail from bartender Lisa Evdokimova for the bar La bottega
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Buckwheat with meat and tomatoes in a merchant style is a cozy, hearty dish with deep roots in European cuisine. The combination of aromatic minced meat, sweet carrots, and spicy tomato paste gives the dish a rich, intense flavor. Pre-dried buckwheat retains its texture and absorbs the meat juices, becoming tender and fragrant. This recipe is perfect for a family dinner as it is easy to prepare yet delights with its rich taste and nutrition. Garlic and spices add a touch of spiciness, making the dish even more expressive. It is a true example of peasant cuisine where simple ingredients turn into a culinary masterpiece.
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Buckwheat with pork in a pot is an ancient dish of Russian cuisine that combines simplicity of preparation and rich flavor. Historically, it was cooked in an oven where the ingredients simmered, releasing their aromas. Tender pork, fried to a golden crust, pairs with sweet carrots and onions to create a rich taste. Buckwheat soaked in meat juices and the aromas of bay leaves and garlic becomes tender and fluffy. Butter adds softness and richness to the dish. It is perfect for a cozy family dinner or a traditional Russian feast. The dish is served directly in pots that retain heat and aroma, making it especially appealing on cool evenings.
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The 'Venice' salad is a refined combination of flavors worthy of the most romantic city in Italy. It combines the tenderness of salami, the crunchy freshness of cucumbers and carrots, the creamy texture of hard cheese, and the sweet note of canned corn. Dressed with mayonnaise, the salad acquires a harmonious softness and becomes an ideal addition to a festive table. Despite the simplicity of its ingredients, 'Venice' creates an atmosphere of sophistication, and its rich and contrasting taste awakens appetite and leaves a pleasant aftertaste. This salad is suitable for both formal events and cozy home dinners where every forkful is filled with harmony of flavors and shades of Italian culinary tradition.
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Tiramisu is a refined embodiment of Italian culinary art, originating from romantic Venice. Its name, meaning 'pick me up', perfectly conveys the pleasure this dessert provides. Delicate layers of airy savoiardi cookies soaked in aromatic coffee liqueur syrup combine with silky mascarpone and whipped egg cream to create a harmony of flavors. A light bitterness of cocoa adds a spicy accent, while the rich texture makes each bite a true delight. Tiramisu is perfect as a conclusion to an elegant dinner or simply as a moment of sweet bliss. Its creamy softness melts smoothly on the tongue, leaving a gentle coffee aftertaste. This dessert is not just food — it is art embodied in every spoonful.
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The 'Venice' salad is a harmony of flavors and textures inspired by Russian cuisine. Legend has it that it originated as an experiment combining tender chicken fillet, spicy pickled cucumbers, and pungent garlic. Crispy Korean carrots and juicy corn add freshness and a hint of sweetness, while grated cheese provides creaminess. Dressed with mayonnaise, it becomes truly rich and hearty. This salad is perfect for festive gatherings as well as everyday dinners, impressing guests with its rich flavor palette. It pairs wonderfully with meat dishes and bread, creating an exquisite yet simple treat. Venice is renowned for its beauty and elegance, and this salad inspired by its atmosphere invites enjoyment in every bite.
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Merchant-style chicken is a refined dish of Russian cuisine that embodies the spirit of a generous feast. It combines the tenderness of chicken fillet, the spiciness of garlic, and the rich creamy flavor of cheese. According to legend, such recipes were popular among merchants who valued hearty and easy-to-prepare dishes. The beaten fillet stuffed with a fragrant mixture of cheese, garlic, and herbs turns into golden rolls with an appetizing crust. Baked with mayonnaise and cheese, it acquires a rich taste, and serving it with crispy potatoes and fresh vegetables makes it worthy of a festive table. Merchant-style chicken is a harmony of simple ingredients transformed into a culinary masterpiece.
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Buckwheat with meat in the merchant style is a hearty and aromatic dish of Russian cuisine that has long been prepared by merchants who valued simple yet nutritious meals. Tender pieces of meat fried to a golden crust combine with crumbly buckwheat that absorbs the rich flavors of meat and spices. A light aroma of paprika and nutmeg adds sophistication to the dish, while butter finishes it off with creaminess. This versatile dish is perfect for both family dinners and festive gatherings. It requires no complex ingredients and is cooked in one pot, making it especially convenient. Buckwheat with meat in the merchant style symbolizes Russian hospitality, coziness, and simplicity, allowing one to enjoy a harmony of flavors.
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Buckwheat with chicken in the merchant style is a cozy and hearty dish of Russian cuisine that reflects the traditions of simple yet delicious meals. It combines nutritious buckwheat groats with juicy chicken fillet infused with the aromas of garlic, onion, and tomatoes. It is said that merchants loved simple but nourishing food, which is why this dish got its name. Its taste is rich and deep with subtle spicy notes of basil and pepper. The buckwheat absorbs the meat juices and tomato sauce, gaining softness and depth of flavor. Served hot and garnished with fresh herbs, it pairs perfectly with homemade pickles or sour cream. This is not just food but a tasty tribute to traditions – hearty, soulful, and warming.
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Merchant-style rassolnik is a traditional Russian soup rich in flavor and texture. Its history traces back to merchant feasts where hearty and aromatic dishes were valued. The base of the soup consists of tender veal, fragrant beef broth, and pearl barley that adds special density. The main focus is on pickled cucumbers and cucumber brine that give the dish a refreshing tang and slight spiciness. Vegetables sautéed to a golden crust enrich the rassolnik with sweet caramel notes. This soup not only warms but also awakens the appetite with its deeply balanced taste. Traditionally served with rye bread and sour cream, it makes it even more filling. Merchant-style rassolnik is a tribute to ancient Russian traditions, embodying flavor and hospitality.
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Buckwheat with chicken in the merchant style with tomato paste is a hearty and aromatic dish of Russian cuisine that combines simplicity of preparation and richness of flavor. Its roots go back to merchant traditions when dishes had to be nutritious and affordable. Buckwheat, enriched with the taste of chicken meat, gains special piquancy from the tomato paste that adds a slight acidity and rich color. Carrots and onions give the dish sweet notes, while garlic and basil fill it with an expressive aroma. Buckwheat with chicken in the merchant style is perfect for a family dinner, providing coziness and richness. Serving this dish with herbs can emphasize its freshness and add even more flavor harmony. It is a classic of Russian cuisine that conveys the warmth of home.
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Merchant-style meat is a true decoration of the Russian feast, infused with the spirit of home comfort and generosity. The dish originated as a symbol of abundance and hospitality, where each ingredient highlights the juiciness and aroma of the meat. Pork neck, tender and rich in flavor, serves as the foundation of this magnificent treat. Tomatoes add a fresh tanginess, mushrooms a light forest note, while melted cheese transforms it all into a delicate, appetizing crust. Baked in the oven with mayonnaise, it achieves a harmony of textures where the softness of the meat combines with the richness of the ingredients. This is an ideal dish for a festive lunch, family dinner or friendly gatherings that emphasizes the warmth of home cooking and traditions of generous Russian feasting.
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Buckwheat is our constant companion in times of global cataclysms. The most popular folk diet is called: "Sit on buckwheat". Another thing is that sooner or later everything gets boring, all the truffles in the world, and buckwheat even more so. To avoid monotony, you can cook buckwheat merchant's style - with juicy ruddy pork, fried vegetables and greens. If you have a heavy thick-walled saucepan at hand, in which buckwheat groats soften, but do not burn, it will be absolutely wonderful.
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Merchant-style chicken is a fragrant and hearty dish of Russian cuisine that combines the tenderness of meat, the juiciness of vegetables, and the sophistication of white wine. The recipe's name refers to merchant elegance as it uses rich ingredients: mushrooms, tomatoes, potatoes, and butter. Pieces of boiled chicken are fried until golden brown and then baked in a pot with wine and broth, making them especially tender and flavorful. The finished dish is incredibly juicy with a slight acidity from the tomatoes and a rich mushroom aroma. Serving it from the pot adds a cozy charm while the combination of simple ingredients reveals true gastronomic pleasure. A great option for family dinners or festive gatherings, this recipe can enchant any connoisseur of Russian cuisine.
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The cocktail is named after the North American billionaire who got rich on the construction of steamships and railroad speculation. Angostura balsam - Angostura bitters - bitter balsam, a very concentrated flavoring component produced in Trinidad on the basis of an alcoholic drink. It is produced from the roots of gentian (Gentiana gen.), cinchona bark, herbs and berries. The name is associated with the city of Angostura in Venezuela. The recipe was developed in 1824 by John Siegert, who participated in the Battle of Waterloo.
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