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• A Taste of Tradition: Russia’s Most Beloved Sweets

  In Russia, we take tea time seriously. One of the unspoken rules is: never drink it plain. There should always be something sweet to go with the tea (что-нибудь к чаю). So, what should you bring to a cozy чаепитие (tea session)?

  27.10.2025

• Iconic Food Scenes in Russian Movies

  Russian cinema is full of memorable food moments, yet few of them can be crowned a certified classic. What makes these five scenes so iconic and what kind of delicacies are seen on the screen? Find the answers below.

  07.10.2025

• Refreshing Russian Soups and Drinks to Try This Summer Season

  It looks as if the weather in St. Petersburg has finally caught up with the calendar! And if you’ve still not gathered the courage to explore the breadth of Russian cuisine, now is the perfect time to try some of the best dishes and beverages that’ll have you feeling breezy in no time!

  29.07.2025

• Three Things You Didn’t Know About Russian Ice Cream

  Whatever the forecast says, summer is here. This can only mean one thing: time to treat yourself to some ice cream! Grab a rozhok or plombir and enjoy it while learning three cool facts about this beloved Russian dessert.

  20.06.2025

• Discovery of the Month: Quick Reads, Sweet Treats, and More

  Life can seem dull sometimes – but if you look closely, there’s always something new to learn in your day-to-day. Our team is always on the lookout for life’s little revelations, all so we can share them with you. Here are this month’s top new findings from yours truly.

  30.05.2025

• Discovery of the Month: Reading Trackers, Green Rewards, and More

  Each day brings us new discoveries. Big or small, they all make life more interesting. And each month, we share with you some of ours – whether lifestyle improvements, little joys, or new experiences. This month, we’re talking about tasty treats, better sleep, eco-friendly discounts, and more!

  25.04.2025

• 5 Soviet-Style Cafes in St. Petersburg

  St. Petersburg's Soviet legacy is more than brutalist architecture and a gorgeous metro system – it's also the food of the common people, simple yet delicious.To try it for yourself, you need no time machine: just visit one of these cafes that preserve – or reinvent – the recipes.

  11.04.2025

• Discovery of the Month: Meal Prep, Solo Dates, and More

  In March, we’ve been experimenting with food prepping, watching movies – new and old – and trying out solo activities. Feels like we’ve learned a lot: find our collected wisdom below.

  28.03.2025

• The Experiment: How Healthy Food Can Improve Your Life

  The conversation around what is considered “healthy” in terms of food and the way we consume it has been going on for decades. As you know, we here at ITMO.NEWS love putting everything to the test – and a healthier diet is no exception. For this article, we reached out to Anastasia Antonova, a PhD student at the Faculty of Biotechnologies and the author of the course Introduction to Nutrition Science at ITMO, to talk about all things food and try them out first hand!

  18.02.2025

• This Week in St. Petersburg: January 30 - February 5, 2025

  What? February is this week? We can’t believe it, too: the first month of the year has literally flown by! Let’s use our freshly gained sense of urgency to make the most of the coming week. Here’s our guide to help you plan it all out!

  29.01.2025