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  • Compote: A Russian Fruity Drink You Have To Try

    This is not compote, said my British colleague Lorna. We were having lunch at the stolovaya – the cafeteria – and she was looking at the liquid in her glass. “Compote is preserved fruit. You can cut it with a knife,” she said. “Oh, but this is different,” I said. “You have to try it.”

    12.10.2020

  • Our Favorite Places to Experience Fall in St. Petersburg

    ‘Tis the season of warm sweaters, long scarves and spiced coffee. Turns out, we all have different places in our beloved St. Pete, where we tend to come in the fall – to fully embrace this essentially cosy time of the year. Who knows, maybe one of these will become your favorite, too?

    06.10.2020

  • Comfort Foods to Try This Fall

    Our team shares some of their tasty favorites to keep you full, warm, and cozy this autumn. Ever had a sharlotka? Fancy a glass of spicy cider? You will after reading this article.

    02.10.2020

  • This Weekend in St. Petersburg: October 26-27, 2019

    Enjoy the extraordinary sounds of the marimba and vibraphone at Annenkirche, watch some of the best new German movies, and learn to make perfect mulled wine to keep you warm these chilly days – here’s our rundown of the most exciting Sat-Sun events in the city!

    23.10.2019

  • Speak like a Russian: Autumncalypse

    We’re halfway through autumn, and it seems that we won’t be getting any late warmth or “sun-lit, golden leaves under a clear blue sky” type of scenery (though I really hope that I’m wrong). Well, don’t you worry! Fall in St. Petersburg is not just about the endless rains, but also sludge, sulk, and an occasional runny nose – the things that will be the topic of today’s Speak Like a Russian article.

    14.10.2019

  • Unexplored St. Petersburg: Perfect Artist's Retreat

    Craving autumn beauty with a unique artistic vibe? Check out Penaty, a country estate of a famous Russian artist Ilya Repin.

    11.10.2019

  • The Magic of: Autumn

    Whether you love it or hate it, fall is officially here, bombarding us with rain, crunchy leaves, dirty temperature tricks and all the Halloween feels. Here’s some advice on how to make the best of the season!

    01.10.2019

  • This Weekend in St. Petersburg: October 6-7

    Even if you are a daredevil always looking for a new adventure, as autumn sets in and the evenings get darker and chillier, you may start thinking that sitting in your bed all day long cuddled up in a warm blanket and sipping on hot tea is not such a bad idea after all. But don’t give up just yet! If you dare to venture out into the rain and cold, you will see the city from a different angle, just as locals do; without crowds of tourists, with calm and peaceful gardens covered in bright foliage and immersed in fog. Just remember that to fully enjoy the experience, you will have to dress like a local, too: wear a warm coat, rainproof boots, a scarf, gloves, and don’t forget an umbrella!

    03.10.2018

  • Change of Seasons: Autumn is Love

    Autumn is a very special time of the year in St. Petersburg. As the Russian rock band DDT sang in a hit song, autumn is “ships burning in the skies” and “the city disappearing in a fog”. But it doesn’t have to be so dramatic. Autumn is a time of the year that brings with it new emotions and old memories. Here’s how we feel about it:

    02.10.2018

  • This Weekend in St. Petersburg: September 15-16

    Bright foliage and crisp air, woolen scarves and rain boots, early sunsets, and sunbeams peeking through the trees… Explore the most romantic season of the year with this weekend’s exciting events!

    12.09.2018