If you're (like me) of Eastern European descent, then it's possible that there is someone from Russia in your heritage...for me, it's my maternal grandfather, who was allegedly from Minsk (these stories can grow hazy). Arriving in the US sometime around 1914, as a teenager and fairly broke, he took up work as a tailor, and eventually his whole family arrived here, first on the lower east side,
Ingredients :Marinade:
3 T olive oil
3-4 cloves garlic minced
1 t Cajun seasoning
1/3 C fresh lemon juice
1/4 minced fresh parsley
7 T brown suga...
Life's a Beach!551 (1 vote)
Summer is Here and Time for Fun in the Sun!
This is a tutorial to create your own little beach on top of your next Summer themed cake.
You will need: 1/2 lb gumpaste Bright colored Americolor Gels Fondant Roller and Board[...]
Brighton Beach, a Foodie's Delight531
Going to Brighton Beach (aka Little Odessa) for the day makes me feel like an excited foreign tourist. A 40-minute subway ride from Manhattan transports you to a vibrant Russian seaside community - and a far cry from the hot dog and Cyclone[...]
Brighton Beach, a Foodie's Delight531
Going to Brighton Beach (aka Little Odessa) for the day makes me feel like an excited foreign tourist. A 40-minute subway ride from Manhattan transports you to a vibrant Russian seaside community - and a far cry from the hot dog and Cyclone[...]