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Culinary Adventure in Saint Petersburg
Discover the culinary delights of Saint Petersburg known for its unique and varied cuisine, on this adventurous date. Ideal for food-loving couples, you will get the chance to indulge in some unusual dishes, and may even learn how to cook them yourself.
- Your date starts off in the morning with a culinary tour of the city's farmers markets. You and your partner, hand in hand, shop for fresh produce, interacting with the sellers and learning about the exquisite Russian ingredients.
- Later, you'll relinquish your shopping bags in exchange for chef's aprons. At one of the city's top culinary schools, you'll take part in a cooking class under the skilled guidance of a professional chef. You'll learn to prepare some traditional as well as some unusual Russian dishes, turning fresh ingredients into culinary masterpieces.
- Finally, after a day of learning and cooking, you get to experience a fine-dining banquet in one of the Saint Petersburg's most luxurious restaurants. There, you get to indulge in a multi-course meal, featuring some of the unique dishes you've encountered throughout the day. It's a foodie's dream come true.
Preparation steps:
- To prepare for this date, you'll need to reserve the cooking class and the restaurant in advance. Dress comfortably for the day, you'll spend the morning in the markets and the afternoon in the kitchen.
- Research about different local dishes you may want to try and prepare for some unusual ones as your partner is interested in trying strange cuisines. Maybe, you can surprise them by choosing a dish to cook together in the class.
- Have a light breakfast, as you'll be doing lots of tasting throughout the day - at the market, during your cooking class, and later at the restaurant.
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Some tips:
- Engaging in friendly conversation with the vendors at the market can enrich your cultural experience. They often have tips and tricks for cooking that you wouldn't get anywhere else.
- During your cooking class, don't hesitate to ask questions. The professional chefs are there to guide you and it's the best way to learn.
- In the restaurant, you may want to ask for the wine pairing option. This will allow you to taste various wines that complement your dishes perfectly.
Recommended locations:
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Grand Palace, Italyanskaya St, 15, 5 Etazh, St Petersburg, Russia, 191186
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