Russian Culture
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Rus: Folk Musik Instruments - Part 1
History & description of Rus folk musical insruments. Learn about some unique and very interesting musical instruments.
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Rus: Liturgical Musik
Liturgical music is the basis of all Rus music or so it is said. This historical and beautiful form of musical expression needs to be ehrad and appreciated by all.
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Rus: Georgian Vintage Brandies and Cognacs
Origins, types & grades of brandy & cognac originating in the former Soviet Union and now known as the Republic of Georgia. Learn about these great spirits and be the first to try them in your crowd.
© Donald R. Houston, PhD
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Rus: Shashlik A Rus Summer Barbeque
Barbeque the shashliki way! Learn about shashlik right here!
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Rus Cuisine: Vareniky - The Soul of Ukraina
Vareniky, Rus dumplings that are just hard to resist! Traditional Ukrianian food & good too!
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Rus: Jews of the Rus
History, origins, ethno-cultural distinctions of the Jews of the Rus. Unique, ancient in origin & a prevalent force in the reliogions of the Rus.
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Rus: Kvas the Mother of All Rus Food and Drink
History, origin & composition of kvas.
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Rus: Kozaki - Part 1 - Kozaki of The Steppes
Origins & history of the Cossacks (Kozaki) of Ukriane's steppes & Zaporozhye area along the Dneiper River.
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Rus: Circassians
Short history & ethnology of the Circassians of the Caucasus mountains.
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Rus: Distilled Spirits - Part 1
Origins, history and mythos of vodka, the "Spirit of the Rus."
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Rus: Festivals, Feasts and Events
What I have attempted to do here is tell you about some of the more famous or more interesting festivals of the people of the Rus.
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Rus: Travel Hints and Helps
Bsic and essential "How to's" of traveling in the Rus. Cover lodginf, transportation, money exchanges, etc.
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Rus: Pelmeni - Siberian Mini-Dumplings
Delicious Siberian stuffed dumpligs. A staple of Rus cuisine.
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Rus: Orthodox Ikonography - Part 4 - Subjects and Mediums
Last of the series of articles coveruing the ikonography of the Rus. Details and explains the mediums used now in modern ikonography and explains the subject matter of ikonography.
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Rus: Orthodox Ikonography - Part 3 - Ikon Specifics
Last part of Ikonography of the Rus. Details about speicifc aspects of ikons their emanings.
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Rus Cuisine: Vareniky The Soul of Ukraine
History, information & recipes for this most traditional Ukrianian culinary delight.
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Rus: Orthodox Ikonography - Part 2 - Functional History
Continued history of the ikonogrpahy of the Rus.
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Rus: Rroma - Part 1
History of the Roma of Europe. "Gypsies" are a part of the social eb=nvironment in eastern, central & southern Europe, indeed all of Europe. This is their story.
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Rus: Orthodox Ikonography - Part 1
History & meaning behind the religuious art form called "ikonography." The Rus is justly famous for this art form.
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Christmas In Eastern, Central and Northern Europe
Christmas traditions, markets, customs & more in this wonderful part of the world!
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Rus: Matryushka the Nesting Dolls
History and composition of a beloved folk craft-art of Russia. These unique and lovely dolls are world famous.
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Rus: Georgian Wines and Spirits
Georgian wines & spirits in all their glory are covered in this article. Grwoing conditions, flavors, types...all are covered here. The most ancient of wine producing regions in the world is revealed here for you
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Rus-Georgian Cuisine: A Primer of Georgian Foods and Cuisines
Culinary & gustatory customs of the proud & ancient people of the Republic of Georgia. Recipes for some of the national culinary treasures of this unique and delcious cuisine.
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Rus: Customs, Habits and Superstitions
Customs, cultural habits & superstitions are indicative of every culture & society. Here is a small guide to those of the Rus. There are a more than afew that are certainly not common or even close to those in the Western nations.
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Rus: Culture of Yantar
Rus affinity for the fossilized tree resin we call amber & they call yantar is well documented. it one of the most common items sought by tourists to the Baltic coutries. Beauty, mystery & fascination for this ancient fossil gem. The Rus is home to this wonderful gem.
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Rus Ceramic Art: Gzhel Porcelain
Porcelain art craft it was the first in the Rus that is so indicative of the wonderful ceramics that come from the Rus. See & get the "bug" to own this beautiful art craft.
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Rus Cuisines: Plov Or Pilaf
Plov, pilaf, pilov...whatever you want to call it, it is delicious! Learn where it came from, how it evolved and what it has become today. Make it and eat it!
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Rus Cusines: Caviar - Ikra
Caviar also called ikra is a delicacy famed worldwide. It comes from the caspian Sea & is associated with the Rus by all who hear the word. Learn about this great luxury here.
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Rus: An Early History
Origin of the Rus & Slavic history. Who they were, who they became & who they are today. The Rus began not in Russia but in what is now Ukraine. You can learn how & why here.
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Rus: Beresta Craft Art
Beresta is simply birch bark as well as the name of the birch tree. It is used to make wonderfully beautiful as well as functional items.
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Rus Seafoods and Fish
Seafood & fish are an important & intergral part of the cuisines of the Rus. Now you can read & try the recipes presented for your eductaion & enjoyment. Try some of these recipes yourself!
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Rus: Eateries, Cafes, Snackbars and Groceries
How & where to shop for food stuffs, where to eat or not & more advice on having meals in the Rus. Definitely a "must" if you have any plans to travel to the Rus at anytime.
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Rus: Pysanky: Hand-Painted and Decorative Easter Eggs
Easter eggs are one of the most culturally identifiable objects associated with the Rus, ranking along of the samovar. Called pysanky they come in a wide range of designs, colors & now even sizes. Colorful, unique & wonderfully decoartive pysanky are truly an art-form to be appreciated by all.
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Rus Cuisines: Palate Pleasing Salads
Salads are so important in the cuisines of the Rus. They act as an entree in some cases or a bridge between courses in others. Numerous, varied & all delicious salads are in integral part of Rus cuisines.
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Rus Soups: Bridge To The Entree
Soups are the first course of Rus meals. They seem to be a necessary bridge to the main courses. Rus folk all love & truly enjoy their soups. Soups are divided into 2 sorts. Hot soups that can either a meal or a side dish. Cold soups that can be ither a side dish or a dessert. Here I am presenting you with a wide selcetion of recipes & descriptions for some excellent soups.
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Rus: Khokhloma A Folk Craft Art
Unique & beautiful craft art, Khokhloma is a truly interesting as well as a functional craft art. it is rapidly becomeing well known outside of the Rus. Learn more here about this fascinating & beautiful Rus craft art.
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Rus: Zakuski the Appetizers of the Rus - Part 2
Part-2 of the appetizers & canapes of the Rus. This portion deals with the warm/hot offerings found on Zakuski Tables at any gathering where food or hors d'vors are served. Enjoy this small sampling of the vast number of recipes that abound for these tasty morsels.
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Rus: Samovars: Truly Cultural Symbols of the Rus
Samovars, perhaps more than any other item, are seen to represent the culture & hospitality of the Rus. Often described in literature, shown in films & globally described as being one of the single if not the most common descriptive items of Rus culture. Learn about these fascinating items of cultural representation with us in this article.
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Rus: Palekh An Art-Craft
Lacquered box paintings are a true artcraft of the Rus. They are avidly sought & collected all over the world. Here we will discover the origin of the Palekh-style of this craft art.
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Rus: Zakuski the Appetizers of the Rus - Part 1
Zakuski are the beginning of cuisines in the Rus. Usually seen in huge quantities but easily served individually these appetizers are the true start of Rus cuisines.
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Russian-English Culinary Glossary
Broad range glossary of most common Russian culinary words. Good reference for recipes and the like.
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Rus Cuisines: Eclectic By Nature - Part 2
Continuation of Part-1 of the same title. Completes the overview of Rus cuisines and looks at specific information about the same.
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Rus Cuisines: Eclectic By Nature - Part 1
Overview of Rus cuisines including some social customs. Find out what is what with Rus cuisines & where to find good food in the Rus.
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Rus: How Climate Impacts Rus Culture
Climate has a terrific impact upon people. In the Rus this is as true as it is in the Sahara Desesrt. The vagaries & differences of temparatures is the causation of many social actions & reactions to the weather.
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Rus: Tea (Chai): Social, Medicinal and FamilyBeverage
Tea is used as a beverage as well as a medicinal in the Rus. It is a social as well as a cuisinal offering to the palate and the psyche. "Nothing is as relaxing as a good glass of hot tea!" is a saying that is echoed by all the "babushkas" of the Rus
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