This is a unique opportunity to visit the home of a local and explore traditional culture and cuisine. Your experience begins by meeting your host Evgeny at Ataka, which is a store right outside of the Tushinskaya Metro Station. Upon arrival at Evgeny's home, Evgeny will offer you a variety of teas to choose from and his homemade kvas (a fermented rye drink) before you start your hands-on cooking class. During this 2-hour class, you will pick up tricks and techniques involving in preparing homemade Russian cuisine. You will help Evgeny prepare a three-course meal that you will share together later. You will start by cutting ham, cucumbers, eggs and radishes for your cold summer soup, okroshka. Next you will help to cut pork and chop potatoes for your main dish (Evgeny can offer another meat option - beef, chicken or vegetarian on request). The last dish you will make is a dessert of beautiful ricotta pancakes. You will grind mint with brown sugar before folding in cream to complement caramelized pancakes. Afterwards, you will join Evgeny at the dining table to share the traditional meal that you have just cooked during your class.
Traditional Russian Cooking Class and Meal in Moscow with a Friendly Local
Enjoy a private and authentic cooking class and homecooked meal with your host Evgeny. This is a perfect experience for anyone looking to connect with local culture over food. Upon entering his home, Evgeny’s love for cooking is very apparent from the awards he has received from cooking competitions, proudly displayed across the kitchen. The winner of the Taste of Dubai cooking challenge, he was also the culinary partner for the ‘Taste of Moscow’ events. Evgeny is passionate about sharing his knowledge about cooking traditional Russian dishes in a modern way. Evgeny introduces you to Russian culture over fresh strawberries (or seasonal fruit) and toasted rye bread spread with ricotta cheese, topped with grilled tomatoes or smoked caviar. Over tea, kvas, and appetizers learn how to cook a 3-course Russian meal. You will help prepare dishes such as okroshka or borscht soup, fried potatoes with pork, fresh dill and basil for a main and a dessert like syrniki, caramelized pancakes.
- Private Russian cooking class with your host Evgeny
- Alcoholic Beverages
- Homecooked Russian meal
- Gratuities
- Duration: 3h
- Mobile tickets accepted
Cancellation Cutoff: 24 hours
Cancellation Notes: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
Not wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Which company provides Traditional Russian Cooking Class and Meal in Moscow with a Friendly Local?
Traditional Russian Cooking Class and Meal in Moscow with a Friendly Local is hosted by Traveling Spoon. Read reviews, discover additonal experiences or contact on Tripadvisor.
How much is Traditional Russian Cooking Class and Meal in Moscow with a Friendly Local?
Traditional Russian Cooking Class and Meal in Moscow with a Friendly Local price starts from $91.29.
What is the Traditional Russian Cooking Class and Meal in Moscow with a Friendly Local cancellation policy?
Traditional Russian Cooking Class and Meal in Moscow with a Friendly Local cancellation policy: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
How much time do I need for Traditional Russian Cooking Class and Meal in Moscow with a Friendly Local?
On average, this experience will take approximately 3h.
Traveling Spoon provides travelers with private, authentic food experiences, from homemade meals to cooking classes and market tours, with local hosts in their homes.
- Duration: 3 hours
