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How do you say piroshki?

Question by Amber.[:: How do you say this Russian word? Okay, i just want to get it straight. Pirozhki is how Wikipedia has it spelled. But the "zh" part, and according to what letter it is in Russian, should be pronounced like the "s" in … [Read more...] about How do you say piroshki?

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The difference between the 21 republics of Russia and other republics?

Question by Jadon: What is the difference between the 21 republics of Russia and other republics (countries)? I don't get it. They aren't countries are they? If they are free from the rest of Russia, then why aren't they shown on maps? Also, why are … [Read more...] about The difference between the 21 republics of Russia and other republics?

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The difference between a sauna and a banya?

Question by bassman104: What's the difference between a sauna and a banya? I know its like a sauna but what is the difference? Answers and Views: Answer by ChrisPA sauna is a traditional Finnish dry heat bath. The humidity is kept low, though it … [Read more...] about The difference between a sauna and a banya?

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Can minors drink kvas?

Question by Kyle Kowalchik: Can minors drink kvas in CT? Kvas is a Russian bread based drink and is normally 1.5% ABV. Answers and Views: Answer by DimanLess than 1.5%. In Russia it is considered a soft drink. It is perfectly safe for children. In … [Read more...] about Can minors drink kvas?

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Is Stalin’s dacha in Kuntsevo in Moscow still there?

Question by tracyjeremy: Is Stalin's dacha in Kuntsevo in Moscow still there or has it been demolished? Answers and Views: Answer by prussianbluelady It's still there, but it's been sold to a private owner. Read all the answers in the … [Read more...] about Is Stalin’s dacha in Kuntsevo in Moscow still there?

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Difference between pierogi and piroshki?

Question by GoBearsGo: What is the difference between pierogi and piroshki? Answers and Views: Answer by LarryPierogi is usually baked in the oven. Pierogi are kind of a small cakes. Piroshki are fried in the oil. Kind of like frying a bread … [Read more...] about Difference between pierogi and piroshki?

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What would happen if the US went to war with Russia?

Question by bored: what do you think would happen if the US went to war with Russia? Our military is currently busy with the Iraq war, and with the recent tension between the US and Russia mounting, do you think we will pull out of Iraq sooner? I … [Read more...] about What would happen if the US went to war with Russia?

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Well what if napoleon won the battle of Leipzing?

Question by Mardochee A: Well what if napoleon won the battle of Leipzing and used the huge force that invaded russia against spain? lets say napoleon used that huge force that was used in russia instead to stop the guerilla war in spain and lets say … [Read more...] about Well what if napoleon won the battle of Leipzing?

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What song is playing on the homepage of Anna Netrebko?

Question by Saranade: What song is playing on the homepage of opera singer Anna Netrebko? It's a male/female duet. Answers and Views: Answer by dougie bI think it may be Verdi, from Rigoletto, but I'm not sure. But, bloody hell, she's fantastic. I … [Read more...] about What song is playing on the homepage of Anna Netrebko?

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Are Pirozhki baked or fried?

Question by Rozmin: Pirozhki: baked or fried? What is your favorite? Baked or fried pirozhki? And, regardless of which one is your favorite, when you make them which way do you cook them? Oh yeah, and what's your favorite filling? :-) I ask "how … [Read more...] about Are Pirozhki baked or fried?

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