Herring goes very well with potatoes, which also add heartiness to the snack. The onion with herb vinegar gives the snack sharpness and spiciness, while the apple with pickled cucumber makes for an interesting and tasty combination.

Basturma is a dried tenderloin of salted meat with a spicy coating. Usually, beef tenderloin is used for this dish. However, it also turns out excellent when made from pork. It is believed that basturma is a Caucasian dish, but it is prepared differently in each region.

Dried meat at home is the best alternative to store-bought sausage and other meat products. Even among the vast number of meat processing plants, it is difficult to buy quality products today. By following simple and clear steps, you can prepare the tastiest meat with spices at home and be confident in the product's naturalness.

Pike-perch is considered a royal fish, it is perfect for aspic. As a rule, aspic made from pike-perch with gelatin is prepared for festive occasions, and one must approach its creation very responsibly.