April 22, 2026 A New Festive Tradition Two criminal cases are active for “insulting” images of the Russian Easter cake on social media. Customs Food & Drink Law Religion
March 29, 2026 Defender of the Grill A Russian woman sued for the illegal distribution of her dacha recipes, and won. Food & Drink Internet Law
February 22, 2026 No Butterfingers Here A 19-year-old St. Petersburg student has set a new record for the number of blini cooked in an hour. Food & Drink Holidays
December 30, 2025 Eager for Olivier Prices for Olivier salad may be up, but its popularity remains high. Food & Drink Holidays Statistics
December 23, 2025 Nörüön Nörgüy (Welcome) In Sakha Republic, many towns are finding they like being alcohol free. We visit to find out why. Cities & Towns Culture Economy Food & Drink Health Regions
November 18, 2025 Coca-Cola Comeback? Coca-Cola Company may be returning to Russian markets. Business Economy Food & Drink
November 09, 2025 Cracking Down on Drunk Driving In response to persistently high rates of drunk driving in Russia, stricter punishments are being enacted. Food & Drink Law Moscow Social Issues
September 30, 2025 Is Russia Closing the Tab? Vodka and cognac sales have fallen significantly due to restrictions on alcohol purchases across Russia. Business Economy Food & Drink Government Law Trade
July 06, 2025 Waiting 21 Years for Tipples? A new Russian law would raise the drinking age from 18 to 21. Food & Drink Law Social Issues
May 28, 2025 Dry Flights? Russia may ban alcohol on flights and use breathalyzers to prevent drunk passengers from boarding. Food & Drink Government Health Law Transportation Travel
February 05, 2025 Losing Weight on Russia´s "Ozempics" Semaglutides have landed in Russia as the country struggles with an obesity epidemic. Biographies Food & Drink Health Science Social Issues Statistics
December 03, 2024 Herring Without a Fur Coat? A beloved culinary staple is getting more costly. Food & Drink Holidays Int'l Relations