Baked Piroshki is simply the plural form of the Russian word pirozhok, meaning small pie. This recipe is a bunch of small meat pies, but adding everyones favourite carb, the potato. They are also sometimes called Pirozhki, or Pierogi, Piroghi, depending of what part of Eastern Europe you’re from. They were introduced by the USSR… via…
Tag: Russian
Guest Chef Christmas Cookie Exchange! Maria’s Mexican Wedding Cookies
Mexican Wedding Cookies The cookies that are served at most weddings and celebrations are known in Mexico as biscochitos. The basic ingredients are nearly identical to Russian teacakes or shortbread: ground nuts, flour, butter, sugar. In Mexico they are rolled into balls or formed into crescent shapes and covered with confectioner’s sugar. Our friend Maria…
What Are Your Fondest Mother’s Day Memories? Celebrating All Around the Globe
Wherever in the world they may be, “Mothers” are the main focus of today’s family celebrations and traditions. Mother’s day is a day to honor mothers and other mother figures in varying forms. Families make a special effort to visit, take cards and gifts to her and may treat her to brunch, lunch or high…
Once Upon a Spice 