These savory meat-filled doughnuts are somewhere between fluffy doughnuts, fried buns, and traditional Eastern European belyashi. Soft yeast dough surrounds a juicy meat filling, creating a crispy golden outside and tender center. They are perfect as a snack, lunch, or party food. The filling idea is adapted from a traditional meat doughnut recipe.

Schi is a centuries-old Russian soup, beloved for its simple ingredients and flavor that deepens over time. Traditionally enjoyed over several days, it gets tastier as the flavors meld. With Hungarian paprika, this version adds a modern twist to a classic comfort food.

"There is nothing so impudent and funny that it cannot be swallowed, seasoned with praise." Moliere

Chakhokhbili is a flavorful Georgian chicken stew with tomatoes and fresh herbs, often cooked with onions, garlic, and a blend of spices. It’s traditionally made with pheasant, but chicken is commonly used.

If you eat the whole cake without cutting it, it turns out that you ate only one piece. :)