Russian new year food

Christmas in Russia may not be as popular as in other Christian countries, but that doesn't many that Russian Christmas foods aren't cherished or less delicious than in other places. Check out our round-up of the best Russian Christmas foods and drinks, with some of them being hugely popular for New Year's Eve celebration as well.

Inspired by recipes for traditional Herring Under a Fur Coat on Food & Wine, The Spruce, and Natasha’s Kitchen.

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Vodka, caviar, blinis, pickled beet eggs, and a retro shrimp salad: What more do you need on New Year's Eve? Celebrate like the Russians do—in style.

Vodka, caviar, blinis, pickled beet eggs, and a retro shrimp salad: What more do you need on New Year's Eve? Celebrate like the Russians do—in style.

New Year in Russia is considered to be a family holiday, but many choose to have their New Year’s party in clubs or restaurants, or while being away on exotic beach vacations, or in the country set…

New Year's Dinner 2018! Delicious ideas for the Holidays. Have a Happy and Healthy New Year! Enjoy the recipes!

Traditional Russian Shuba Salad Recipe (Dressed Herring or Herring Under a Fur Coat). Layers of cooked vegetables over herring with a garlic mayo spread.

This post is sponsored by La Crema Wines. All opinions here are my own. You can find the companion recipes over on the La Crema blog. Way back in 2013 (seems like ages ago now, doesn’t it?) I spent a lot of time in Russia. I’ve written about those trips a little bit, here and here, but...

A vegetarian, party-friendly miniature version of this Russian Mushroom and Rabbit Pie. My favorite Russian pie dough recipe comes from It’s Sooo Good – I’ve linked to the recipe below.