Russian cuisine is a very multifaceted concept. Traditional - with cereals, pies and jelly, modern - adapted to the rhythm of today's life. The transformation of European recipes into a more familiar version of Russian lunch makes you admire the flavor of the national Russian cuisine again and again. And indeed it is! It is worth trying ears of several types of fish, or "Olivier" with crab and red caviar! Such variations in the Russian Seasons restaurant have already been appreciated by regular guests.
An amazing panorama of wavy greens and picturesque banks of a winding river opens from the terrace of the Russian Seasons. After playing golf or walking, it is impossible not to be tempted by borscht - hearty, aromatic and, most importantly, incredibly tasty! In the cold season, this is what you need! Needless to say, all dishes are prepared with first-class ingredients … The wine list is gorgeous!
Still, Mikhail Bulgakov was right when he said: “You need not only to know what to eat, but also when and how. And what to say then. And topics for conversation, but under pike heads … sheer pleasure!
Arsen Yegizaryan is a chef with history and his own view of Russian cuisine
Good afternoon. I myself am a hotel man. He began his career at the Ararat Park Hayat Hotel in Moscow, then was the Lotte Hotel, Metropol, Seth Regens, Four Seasons. I also participated in the opening of a hotel in Arkhangelsk. Perhaps, it was in Arkhangelsk that I got that incredible experience when in practice, in a non-stop mode, you learn to be a real professional, excluding the slightest shortcomings not only of subordinates, but also your own mistakes. For example, already at the initial stage of kitchen design, it is extremely important to properly disperse the electrical load, ventilation systems, and water supply. Because if you miss something at the construction stage here, then that's it - count it as a 40% failure.
Arsen, during your stay in Russia, you probably managed to appreciate the dishes that Russians prefer. Have a favorite?
You know, recently I was driving in a car and thought about it. I will say this: Russian cuisine will be among my top three favorites, along with Italian and Armenian. They are very similar in simplicity and cooking technology, in the range of products. One of my teachers, who was a real professional in his field, once said to me: "French cuisine is for a restaurant, and Russian is for home." I love this cuisine, especially its variety. I myself enjoy not only preparing these dishes, but also eating them. By the way, one of the very first dishes I learned to cook was fried potatoes. This is something!
How do you feel about experiments in the kitchen? Do you often update the menu in Russian Seasons?
I have a couple of original recipes: for example, halibut cooked at a low temperature, but I'm still a supporter of traditions. I cook food that I would eat myself. Many of my colleagues have an ambiguous view of Russian cuisine. Some say that it does not exist, others that it is very multifaceted and has absorbed the recipes of the whole world, others will say that it is ancient. I will say this: all the cuisines of the world borrow something from each other. Think for yourself: khachapuri-pizza - pies, manti-dimsam - khinkali - dumplings. For example, I believe that at home you need to eat those dishes that are familiar to you from childhood, to which you are accustomed. If we talk about the peculiarities of Russian cuisine, then I prefer soups. Borscht is the most delicious first course for me, despite the fact that it is rather difficult to prepare it.
Hard???
You have to grasp the balance of acid, sugar, salt - a very difficult process! And it is important to remember that borscht is a daily soup! After a day, he changes his taste. Come to our restaurant, try it!
Many thanks! Necessarily
What attracts you to work in "Russian Seasons"?
Several components. First of all, this is my team. You know, this is the rare case when you and your colleagues think in the same direction. I want to work with them. I think I was lucky, because working in a well-coordinated team is 200% of success!
Each restaurant has its own food concept. What does Russian Seasons offer to its guests?
The basis is traditional Russian recipes. We will definitely add more fish, river, sea, to the new menu, quail will appear. Here we take into account the wishes of our guests. I must say right away that in the Russian Seasons restaurant we cook only the highest quality products. It is important! So that you understand our level: for example, we serve all salads with Uzbek tomatoes of the eighth size.
Wow! I didn't even know that tomatoes have a certain size range
Yes it is. They are the juiciest and richest in taste, medium in size, which means they have absorbed more sun. In fact, it is not easy to find such tomatoes in particular, but we basically cook for our guests only from the best products. I personally go for cheese, some varieties of which are stored for only five days. The requirements for meat are also very high. In "Russian Seasons" the quality of meat steaks is prime - the highest grade! We offer our guests the highest quality services.
The Russian Seasons restaurant is located in the Zavidovo boutique hotel next to the golf course. Who are your guests?
Different people come to the Russian Seasons restaurant: connoisseurs of exquisite dishes and those who just love a tasty and quick meal. But for me personally, these are guests who I want to feed so that they like it. I want to cook for them! The profession of a cook is incredibly difficult, but when the guest says: “Thank you! Very tasty! - relieves fatigue. If visitors have any wishes, I can always prepare something for them so that I can eat it myself with pleasure. And I also realized that you can't lure even the most pretentious restaurant with delicious food alone. There should be many components here: menu, service, serving, waiters, dishes, even lighting - all this should be in harmony with the concept of the restaurant. In the Russian Seasons Restaurant - simple, tasty, understandable! Come!
