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Did someone say Chicken? Roasted with a rice, herb and garlic stuffing, olive oil zatar and sumac - not for you Mr Dog! ...  

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you got a couple of my favorites there... Does "Mr. Dog" have a name?

'Cuddles' but I prefer: 'Mr Fluffy Ass' ;-)

The only Soviet dish which made history. It was created for the opening of Hotel Ukraine in 1953 - one of the monuments of Stalin. Your dog has good taste. Best, Kari

however this was a 'Persian' recipe from the Caspian Sea area with a bit of Arabic seasoning on top. My weekends at home are all about the 4 F's: Family, Friends & Fine Food

and the Soviet leaders demanded something special. Beef was a rare thing in Soviet Union and they did not have the logistics for fresh fish. But chicken was plentiful and it was always served in all Soviet restaurants. I used to travel to Soviet Union bec... 

Ps - loved the pictures of your new rural abode! All the best Giles