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• Best Places to Eat Around Grivtsova Campus

  The advantage of studying in the city center is that your food choices are not limited to the cafeteria menu. Within just a short walk away from the Grivtsova 14-16 building, you can treat yourself to cuisines from different corners of the world! 

  11.11.2022

• What To Do With All the Pumpkins

  The struggle of carrying this enormous vegetable home and then peeling it is well worth it! Pumpkins are versatile, delicious, and filled with vitamins. Here are some ways to make the best of them, while fall – aka pumpkin season – is here.

  24.10.2022

• Best Pizza Spots in St. Petersburg

  Crispy, meat-free, or with pineapple on top: no matter how you like your pizza, you can’t really go wrong by popping into one of these pizzerias for a slice of your favorite comfort food.

  21.10.2022

• Don’t Get Skinny Like a Russian: Tackling Common Food Myths

  Growing up, many of us heard some seemingly absurd things about what it means to eat healthy – and some of us have even witnessed these practices in action. In this article, we look at the best of the worst eating advice to be found on the Russian granny grapevine.

  10.10.2022

• Best Eats Around Lomonosova Campus

  You may have noticed that the cafeteria on ITMO’s campus on Lomonosova 9 is about to close for renovations, which means you’re going to have to venture out of the university to get your daily sustenance. Having spent many days, weeks, months, and even years working at this campus, our editorial team has some great ideas of delicious food that will keep you going on long days of studying. They’re all at a reasonable walking distance from the uni, making each a perfect fit for your lunch break.

  26.09.2022

• Discovering the Student-Led Plant-Based Menu Initiative at ITMO

  This Tuesday, I ventured from ITMO’s Internationalization Office on our Lomonosova campus to discover the plant-based menu I had heard about at the ITMO cafeteria on Chaykovskogo Street. The initiative, introduced last year by ITMO’s Sustainable Development Club, is about to span the whole university, contributing to more eco-friendly and healthy food choices on campus. Here is what I managed to find out about it.

  16.09.2022

• Cheesecake Lover’s Guide to St. Petersburg

  As summer bids us adieu, the skies grow paler, and the pumpkin spice season approaches, you might find yourself craving a treat – something comforting, filling, and joyful. And what matches that description better than a lovely piece of cheesecake? Here’s our quick guide to some of St. Petersburg’s best spots to try that delectable dessert – whether you prefer it by the (cook)book, with a twist, or even plant-based!

  09.09.2022

• What’s In Season? A Guide to Summer Fruit & Veg in Russia

  Who doesn’t love a lovely watermelon on a hot summer day? But what often sets a local and a guest of the city apart is knowing when it’s smart to buy one – and when you’re likely to end up with a dud. We all know each fruit and vegetable has its season, but it’s often not the same in different parts of the world. So if this is your first summer in St. Petersburg, here’s how to make the most of your trip to the farmer’s market.

  01.07.2022

• St. Petersburg: The City of Bakeries

  Are your belly and soul craving some carbs? For every sweet tooth and snack lover, here’s an overview of where to find the most finger-licking pastry in the city.

  17.06.2022

• Our International Students’ Go-To Lunch Spots

  The renowned American chef Alice Waters once said: “Food can be very transformational, and it can be more than just about a dish.” When it comes to food, everyone has their own unique preferences. And luckily, there are options galore in St. Petersburg. But what about international students? Do they prefer cooking foods from home or adventurously trying something new? Let’s find out.

  10.06.2022