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Pickled mushroom appetizer.
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From Project RuSu 365
![Some people have Mardi Gras, others have Carnavale. Russia has Maslenitsa, also known as Pancake Week. Originally a pagan festival celebrating the end of winter, today's Maslenitsa is a time of [over] indulgence before the start of Lent, and a celebration of the end of winter. The pancakes (blini in Russian), which are more like crêpes, symbolize the sun. Let's hope they'll be an early end to winter this year. <br />
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The samovar with the teapot on top is done in traditional Russian style known as Khokhlama.](https://photos.smugmug.com/Photography/Food/i-gfD3HHR/0/0b648b4a/Ti/IMG_4724%28New%29-6%20%28Frame%20-2%29-Ti.jpg)
![Salads as many of us know them are relatively new in Russia. Caesar & Greek salads are now on every menu though they're often overflowing with peppers & stale-prepackaged croutons. Some, such as this, go beyond the usual. This baked feta with greens, sun dried tomatoes, sprouts [hope they weren't from Germany], & pomegranate seeds in a pomegranate dressing was spot-on and delicious. (7.1.2011)](https://photos.smugmug.com/Photography/Food/i-g27sHWv/0/14a6574d/Ti/IMG_4777%28Framed-5%29-Ti.jpg)
Ed Spadoni
on August 29, 2011I love the setting, very homey and inviting.
100987laurajohnson
on August 27, 2011Oo, fun! I love interesting places to eat.
PhotosByZola
on August 27, 2011Oh my gosh that looks yummy
fotoeffects
on August 27, 2011Great foodie shot!
Happy Tree
on August 27, 2011Mmmm looks yummy!
papamugger
on August 27, 2011Not for me, but very nice presenation anyway
Scianghetti
on August 27, 2011nice presentation!!
John Roberts
on August 27, 2011Oh, this looks good. Just the kind of dish I prefer. Great work.
Donna McCommon
on August 27, 2011I think I would like this appetizer. Great presentation.
sharkbayte
on August 27, 2011gorgeous colors and comp. That is a beautiful table setting! The winds are picking up already, but Irene shouldn't hit the coast until around 2pm Sat. Hope you are doing well!