News / Eastern European food

Discover the best Eastern European foods to elevate your Labor Day BBQ and picnic — from shashlik skewers and pickled vegetables to pryaniki sweets and kvass. Perfect for the long weekend table.

From tangy pickled cucumbers to sweet berry varenye, homemade preserves are a living cornerstone of Russian-American family identity. Discover the deep cultural roots behind this beloved tradition and why it thrives in kitchens across the U.S. today.

Discover the rich traditions of Russian Orthodox Easter (Pascha) as celebrated by Russian-American communities across the US — from the midnight church service and the Paschal greeting to kulich, paskha, and red eggs.