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• Cinnamon Bun Guide to St. Petersburg

  When the soul yearns for a sweet, warm gooeyness to combat the fall blues, there's no better remedy than a cinnamon-flavored bun. With October 4 marking the Cinnamon Roll day, we raided the bakeries and coffee shops of St. Pete in search of the finest specimen of this Swedish pastry. 

  04.10.2024

• Weird (and Viral) Russian Foods You Should Try

  Have you had milk soup? Ever wonder what meat jelly tastes like? And what’s milt? If you’re following any of your Russian friends on social media, you’ve surely seen the viral “icky food bingo.” While controversial treats like pineapple on pizza or blue cheese are hardly news to anyone, a few of the items may cause you to raise an eyebrow. Let’s find out what they are!

  16.09.2024

• The ITMO.NEWS Guide to Summer in St. Petersburg

  When it comes to exploring our beloved Northern Capital, the sunny season is definitely the best time for it. The lush greenery, the slight breeze from the Gulf of Finland, and the long days – even the occasional trademark thunderstorm can’t ruin the charm of St. Petersburg in summer. Over the years, we’ve shared plenty of insights into the best things to do in the city in June, July, and August – here are our best picks.

  22.07.2024

• Top Spots for Russian Fast Food in St. Petersburg

  From classic borscht and pelmeni to funnily-named desserts, Russia, too, has fast food on lock. These domestic chains serve starters, entrees, and afters – both traditional and with a novel twist.

  24.06.2024

• Discovery of the Month: Digital Budgeting, Wardrobe Revelations, and More

  Every month, we look back on all the things we’ve learned, experienced, and reconsidered over the past four weeks. From smarter ways to track your spending and maintaining mindfulness – to rethinking your ‘fit and kitchen hacks: though they may seem mundane, they’ve all made our lives a little bit better, and we believe they’ll do the same for you.

  31.05.2024

• 5 Food Markets of St. Petersburg

  Have you ever failed to reach an agreement on where to dine with your friends? Do you prefer to have as much choice as possible when it comes to food? From falafel to pho, the city's biggest food markets might just offer the right solution.  

  17.05.2024

• Off to a Good Start: Top Breakfast Spots in St. Petersburg

  There is a side to St. Petersburg that is all about hedonism: relishing every bite of a tasty meal, enjoying the moment, and appreciating life as it comes. Going out for breakfast is one way you can experience this for yourself. Eggs, sandwiches, desserts, and more – let’s dive into the lively St. Pete breakfast scene!

  19.01.2024

• Not Just Cheese: Russian Dairy Products Explained

  Even if you’ve not been here long, you will already have noticed – Russians sure love their dairy products! But among the familiar items on the store shelves, you’ll surely notice many curiosities, too. Though they may sound, look (or even smell) strange, your inner foodie will definitely appreciate the chance to try these new flavors and savor the rich variety. Today, we’ll tell you about the key Russian dairy products you should add to your shopping list.

  20.11.2023

• Best Meals to Go: What Do ITMO Students Eat for Lunch?

  As students, our menus included some staples: pasta, sausages, and store-bought pelmeni. Convinced that you can do much more with simple ingredients and a little bit of time on your hands, we asked students at ITMO’s Lomonosova campus about their go-to meals. Here’s their collected wisdom – spoiler alert: no sausages or pelmeni!

  10.11.2023

• From Russia With Kasha: Inventive Recipes To Try on World Porridge Day

  On World Porridge Day, let’s give a well-deserved shout-out to this most underrated of foods. A long-time staple of Russian cuisine and, some might even say, a crucial element of Russian culture, the humble porridge has an undeserved reputation for being bland and dull. Today, we intend to prove that it ain’t so – and invite you to check for yourself.

  10.10.2023