Posts By Mariah Astulfi

Top 10 Literary Destinations for When you Travel to Russia

If you are planning to travel to Russia and are interested in literary history, the places on this list deserve a spot on your itinerary. Russians are very proud of their rich literary heritage, and this is reflected in their well-curated and oft-frequented museums, houses, and estates dedicated to Russian authors. Read More >>

Getting Around Moscow While Learning How to Speak Russian

Mariah Astulfi

So, you’ve decided to go to Moscow. Read More >>

Learn Russian Culture: Cold & Flu Cures

Mariah Astulfi

Russian Folk Remedies & Cures Wintertime is the season of sickness when colds and the flu run rampant through the population (the perfect time to learn Russian tucked under the covers!). With their bitterly cold, endless winters, the Russians know this better than anyone and have perfected an assortment of effective treatments to ward off sneezing, coughing, fevers, and sore throats without resorting to a doctor or pharmacy visit. If you are going to learn Russian, knowing some classic home remedies will surely impress any native speaker. Read More >>

How to Speak Russian: Eat Blini.

Mariah Astulfi

If you want to know how to speak Russian, an important word to learn is blini. Read More >>