Day 8: We sailed through the night from Kizhi on to our next destination, Svirstroy. We wouldn't be touching land again until later in the afternoon. We spent our down time doing what Russians do best, vodka tasting. Nostrovia!!
Our vodka sampling was paired with caviar and traditional blinis. These round and golden pancakes are a symbol of the sun. Originally made on the last day of winter in celebration of the coming spring and summer seasons. Tradition has it that if a woman prepares many tasty blinis the spring and summer harvest would be plenty and rich, full of health and success. They have since come to be a staple in the Russian diet.
We all drank rather responsibly so we wouldn't be stumbling around the village of Svirstroy. After all, this area has a population of 1,000, no one wants to be the village idiot. Once on land we poked into the cute little souvenir shops which are well known for their furs, and amber. I had been on the hunt the entire trip, and finally found the perfect piece of amber. It was a lovely amber ring for a great price. Not only are they well known for fur and amber, their economy is built on the local hydroelectric station.
A very unique experience awaited us in this humble town of Svirstroy. We were being hosted by a local Russian family for tea, pastries, and perogies in their home.
From Olga's home, we went on to eat more food! This time our menu consisted of grilled shashlyk, Russia's very popular version of shish kebab. A tasty BBQ on a hot day with a cold beer, yes please!
A day abundant in food, drinks, and good times, helps keep the belly full, laughter loud, and heart happy.
NOSTROVIA!!
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