"It happens that you go to the kitchen at night to drink water, and when you suddenly wake up, you are already eating your third sandwich..." M.Galustyan

Schi is a centuries-old Russian soup, beloved for its simple ingredients and flavor that deepens over time. Traditionally enjoyed over several days, it gets tastier as the flavors meld. With Hungarian paprika, this version adds a modern twist to a classic comfort food.

"I have always enjoyed the delicate flavor of crab meat; it's a taste that reminds me of the sea's vast mysteries." - Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis

You can use any meat for these patties. I prefer a mixture of beef, pork and veal in a 1:1:1 ratio.

Croissants, though famously French, actually trace their roots to Vienna, Austria! Their ancestor is the kipferl, a crescent-shaped pastry that dates back to at least the 13th century. Legend says Viennese bakers created it to celebrate the defeat of the Ottoman Turks — the crescent shape imitating the symbol on the Ottoman flag.