Taste of Russia
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The Joy of Cooking Tundra Cuisine (or not) - Taste of Russia Ep. 25
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Mosques, Cathedrals & Tatar cuisine: Perfect together in spectacular Kazan - Taste of Russia Ep. 26
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Language no barrier for ‘gastronauts’ in Tatarstan - Taste of Russia Ep. 27
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The multicultural cooking of Sochi - Taste of Russia Ep. 28
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Sochi salads and smoothies: Healthy living in Russia’s sports capital - Taste of Russia Ep. 29
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The last supper: Eating bear and frozen fish in Siberia’s snow capital, Khanty-Mansiysk - Taste of Russia Ep. 30
Language no barrier for ‘gastronauts’ in Tatarstan - Taste of Russia Ep. 27
Oscar and Glen continue their exploration of Tatarstan at an ethnic museum that recreates Tatar village life back through the centuries. After examining the inner workings of a wooden windmill built by women during World War II, they begin cooking by whipping up some delicious potato pancakes and then, after a quick break for a sleigh ride, make a big meat and potato pie. The only problem is their instructor speaks very quickly and continuously slips into the Tatar language when barking out orders, which thoroughly befuddles Glen.
While the pie is baking in a wood-fired oven, the friends check out the village’s camel herd. They are surprised to learn that, unlike their desert cousins, these shaggy camels can tolerate temperatures down to -50°C and produce lactose-free milk.
As the day ends, Oscar and Glen sit down with the locals to partake in a real Tatar feast, complete with music, song, national costumes and, of course, the amazing dishes they’ve made!