10 Food Tours in Russia That You Shouldn't Miss

How about the most delicious breakfast or lunch in Pushkin Café, the most elegant and fancy restaurant in Moscow? Opt for a luxurious breakfast or a 3-course lunch with a glass of wine at the legendary Pushkin Café, the world-famous Russian restaurant. Discover the wealth of historic and modern attractions in Moscow with your knowledgeable guide and deepen your knowledge of Russian culinary on this 3-hour private Culinary & History Tour. Experience the city’s perfect blend of past and present, admire gorgeous historic and brand-new architecture and uncover unique cultural highlights - Red Square, Bolshoi Theater (from outside), Eliseevskiy Emporium. Stroll down prominent Nikolskaya and Tverskaya streets and immerse yourself in the electric area of Kuznetskiy Most and Kamergerskiy Lane as you delve deeper into Moscow’s fascinating history. Then, savor a gourmet breakfast/brunch or lunch inspired by the regional specialties of Russia.

Inclusions: All taxes, Breakfast/brunch or lunch in Pushkin Cafe (fixed menu), Friendly local guide, Private tour, Multiple start times available: any time from 8am for Breakfast/Brunch tour option and any time from 10am for Lunch tour option, Expert advice where to go and what to do after the tour, Iconic places for photo shoot, Flexible customizable itinerary, Must-see attractions and off the beaten path, Meeting in the hotel lobby, Breakfast, Coffee and/or Tea, Alcoholic Beverages

Exclusions: Extra food and drinks not included in fixed menu, Gratuities

This is a unique tour during which you will not just learn the history of traditional Russian and Soviet cuisine,and hear legends that surround the creation of different dishes, but will get a great opportunity to try and TASTE and ENJOY these dishes. . During this 3-hour Food Tour you will get to eat a generous amount of food, and will taste such dishes as: -Traditional Russian PIEROGI (hearty thick pastry with generous meat/vegetable filling) -Classic Russian TEA (Infused with various berries and herbs) -BORSCH (the most famous Russia soup with beets) -BEEF STROGANOFF with buckwheat ( Beef in creamy sauce with a traditional Russian grain. Be ready to hear the crazy story of creation of this dish!) -BLEENI (pancake which comes from pre-Christian times) . *All restaurants that we visit are reputable and trustworthy . This tour will prove you that Russian traditional cuisine is amazing, and is highly underappreciated! ARRIVE HUNGRY!

Inclusions: Coffee and/or Tea, Snacks

Exclusions: Gratuities

Sample local dishes on a 3-hour food and walking tour through Moscow. Led by a local guide, stroll through the city’s historic streets, tasting  local Moscow specialties.  Embark on this local food adventure in Moscow that offers an excellent introduction to Russian and Moscow regional cuisine.  • Private tour for you and your friends and family only • 3-hour Food Walk of Moscow • All-inclusive tour with Lunch • Enjoy up to 15 different tastings • Stops to taste local products at the market and specialty shops • Explore the local streets and Moscow oldest monastery with an experienced guide • Choice of morning or afternoon departure

Inclusions: All Food and Drink tastings, Walking tour, led by a local guide, Breakfast, Lunch, Snacks, Coffee and/or Tea

Exclusions: No hotel pickup and drop-off, Vegan option is not available

This is a unique tour during which you will not just learn about the history of traditional Russian cuisine and the legends surrounding these dishes, but you'll get to try them for yourself! . Plus you'll meet a friendly tour guide who will share what local life is like. . During this 3.5-hour Food Tour you will get to taste such dishes as *(all are included)*: . •Traditional Russian PIEROGI (hearty thick pastry with generous meat/vegetable filling) •Russian TEA (Infused with various berries and herbs) •BORSCHT (the most famous Russia soup with beets) •STROGANOFF with buckwheat (Beef in creamy sauce with a traditional Russian grain. Be ready to hear the crazy story of creation of this dish!) •KVAS (Ancient-style black bread beverage) •BLEENI (pancake which comes from pre-Christian times) . *All restaurants that we visit are reputable and trustworthy. *Please let us know about any dietary restrictions, we will do our best to accommodate them. . . . BE SURE TO ARRIVE HUNGRY :)

Inclusions: Tasting of traditional Russian dishes (in three different restaurants), Coffee and/or Tea

Exclusions: Alcoholic Beverages

4-hour tour in the city center, incl.: major attractions of Yekaterinburg, dumplings cooking workshop, lunch and dive-in bar in a haunted mansion where you'll taste home-made berry liqueurs ("nalivka"), craft beer, cheese and meat snacks. It is your chance to spot the main attractions and to taste traditional Russian food made by yourself and home-made Russian drinks. An informative walking tour along such sights as the City Dam, the Iset River, the Church on the Blood continues in a cosy restaurant with authentic Russian atmosphere where you'll be taught how to make dumplings - easy-to-make and truly delicious local food. After a hearty lunch, we'll have a small walk to Pils Live Bar. On our way, we'll see some unique attractions, like Vysotski scyscraper and monument to Invisible man. In the bar, you'll taste home-made "nalivka", craft beer and snacks (jerked meat or cheese set). If lucky, you may also witness a small live blues or rock show held in the bar from time to time.

Inclusions: Dumplings cooking workshop , Coffee and/or Tea, Informative and exciting walking tour with friendly guide , 2 shots of nalivka (home-made berry liqueur) and 1 beer, Snacks (jerked meat or cheese set), Lunch (dumplings made during cooking workshop)

Exclusions: Bottled water, Clothes and shoes for the weather. Please, dress appropriately., Any extra food or drinks you would want to order a-la carte

Hi! We are Alexandra & Katarina. After have have hosted so many people for home hosted dinners we know that many people come to Russia to fulfill world-famous Russian hospitality and to get to know mystery so Russian soul. What could be more exciting after a long excursion day then find yourself at one of those apartments that you could only see through windows during your day and take part in that in hidden from touristic eye real life. At our place you will try traditional home cooked dishes, get to know family traditions, get involved in “soul talks” and could ask any questions that you ever wanted to ask a native. You will try the most authentic cooked-with-love home-made Borsch cooked with family receipt that was hand down from generation to generation in our family. You will try home-made Bliny with caviar, hand-made Pelmeni and much more at dinner with us. At our place you will see the real Russian culture and back-up life. We are so happy to share our hospitality!

Inclusions: Free drinks included, Lunch, Dinner, Coffee and/or Tea, Alcoholic Beverages

Exclusions: Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop-off (availiable uppon request)

Want to try Russian traditional pancakes? Learn to eat like a local on this fantastic, 2- or 3-hour tour (ending on the tour option you select) of Moscow’s trendsetting dining scene. Hit up some city center hotspots like Myasnitskaya Street, Pushkin Square, Tverskaya Street, Eliseevskiy Emporium, Alexander Garden and Red Square. Don’t miss a chance to shop for souvenirs at the Tea House which offers a great variety of premium tea, coffee and chocolate for over a century. Stroll along the historic Tverskoy Boulevard which was the first boulevard (1796) in the historical neighborhood of the “Bely Gorod’ neighborhood, or “White Town”. Eat your way through Moscow’s downtown and pop into different cafés to sample up delicious pancakes, one of the oldest delicacies of Russian cuisine. Along the way, take a look and hear of the historical, cultural and architectural components that make up the legendary capital of Russia.  Finish the tour at Red Square. 

Inclusions: All taxes, Friendly local guide, Private tour, Free samplings of Russian traditional pancakes and cakes in 2 or 3 cafes (depending on the selected tour option), Multiple start times available, Expert advice where to go and what to do after the tour, Iconic places for photo shoot, Flexible customizable itinerary, Must-see attractions and off the beaten path, Meeting in the hotel lobby, Breakfast, Snacks, Coffee and/or Tea

Exclusions: Extra food and drinks, if you want more than what's included in tour, Gratuities

Experience the vibrant area of Old Tatar Settlement on this entertaining 3-hour walking tour of the center of Kazan and rediscover the city through the eyes of the locals. Enjoy Kazan’s main attractions like Galiaskar Kamal Tatar Academic Theater, Mardzhani mosque, Apanaev Mosque, Yunusov Square. Immerse yourself in Tatar culture and traditions, learn more about Islamic world in Russia and venture off the tourist trail visiting restaurants and museums that make this neighborhood so unique.

Inclusions: All taxes, Food experiences (national dish in a restaurant and chak chak sampling), Friendly local guide, Private tour, Multiple start times available, Expert advice where to go and what to do after the tour, Iconic places for photo shoot, Flexible customizable itinerary, Must-see attractions and off the beaten path, Lunch, Snacks

Exclusions: Any additional food and drinks not included in tour, Gratuities

Here we’ll arrange for you sparkling wine degustation, trek trips around Abrau-Durso, boat ride on Abrau lake, culinary master class and tasting of Black Sea food.

Inclusions: Dinner, Snacks, Bottled water, Coffee and/or Tea, Private transportation, WiFi on board, Alcoholic Beverages

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Our way to oysters farms will be on 4x4 SUV along with the beautiful nature of Bolshoy Utrish Wild Nature Preserve!

Inclusions: Dinner, Snacks, Bottled water, Coffee and/or Tea, Private transportation, WiFi on board, Alcoholic Beverages

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