Russian cuisine is based off the peasant food of the rural population that had to deal with a harsh, long-lasting winter. Traditional Russian food is meant to fatten people up in preparation for the long winter ahead and has more carbohydrates and fat than proteins. Not entirely sure what to expect, we found a variety […]
Three Michelin Star Dining at Les Menus
Many Muscovites have a seemingly disposable income for fine dining, luxury travel, and fast cars. For a city that boasts more billionaires living in it than any other city in the world, I was surprised to learn that Moscow has only one three Michelin starred chef. Pierre Gagnaire, decorated with the highest gastronomic award of […]
Luxe Lotte Hotel Moscow
Moscow is home to 79 of Russia’s 101 billionaires, more than any other city in the world. While we might not be billionaires (or millionaires even), we certainly felt like Moscow billionaires during our stay at the luxurious Lotte Hotel Moscow! From the Maserati valeted out front to the glittering lobby with specially commissioned blown […]
Wine Wednesday: Russian Bourjois Muskat
Moscow has more billionaires per capita than any other city in the world and that’s perhaps why when I think of Moscow, I think of champagne wishes and caviar dreams a la Lifestyles of the Rich and the Famous. Of course, champagne can only truly be called champagne if it comes from the Champagne region […]
