Focusing on Russia, this volume is part of a series of illustrated titles that introduces food and recipes from different countries and cultures around the world. Each title explores a country or region, its food culture, eating and food habits, customs and utensils, in addition to issues of safety hygiene, quantities and measurements. The books each offer 17 simple, healthy recipes with an introduction, list of ingredients (and suggested alternatives), special utensils and step-by-step instructions.