In this unique celebration of Russian and Polish food, a fascinating introduction provides an overview of national and regional differences, the festivals that mark the year, and the classic ingredients used in homes throughout the area. Following is a unique collection of recipes gathered from the Baltic Sea in the north to the Black Sea in the south. With more than 600 beautiful photographs showing each recipe in step-by-step detail, this evocative and inspiring book captures the wonderful essence of Russian and Polish cooking, and enables the reader to create wonderfully authentic dishes in the home.