Kvas

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Mason jar of golden beverage beside mint leaves and a slice of bread
Kvas
Kvas (sometimes spelled kvass) is a traditional fermented beverage most commonly found in Russia, Ukraine, and other Eastern European countries. It’s typically made from rye bread or 
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Golubtsi

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Braised meat served in a red sauce on a white plate
Golubtsi
Golubtsi (also spelled Holubtsi, Halupki, or Gołąbki depending on the region) are a beloved traditional dish in many Eastern European cuisines — especially Russian, Ukrainian, and Polish.
They’re
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Pelmeni

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Plate of dumplings topped with chives and sour cream, with a spoon beside it
Pelmeni
Pelmeni are a traditional Russian (and broader Eastern European) type of dumpling. They’re small, round pockets of thin, unleavened dough filled with minced meat—typically a mix of pork,
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