Folding pelmeni
Make a small batch of pelmeni together with a filling that suits you, and compare two ways of folding the edges closed.
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A date with a touch of Russia.
These dates featuring Russian art, food and music can be enjoyed at home or through a local cultural initiative; you don't need access to locations in Russia.
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Use the country as inspiration. Check local opening hours and make a plan together.
A Russian story in two voices
Choose a translated short story by a Russian writer and take turns reading a page aloud to each other.
Classical music and sketching
Listen at home to a recording of music by a Russian composer and each sketch the image the music brings to mind.
Tea with jam
Make strong tea and try a small spoonful of jam alongside it at home; discuss how sweetness and warmth change each other.
Things to do together anywhere
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You can also try these ideas in Russia. Choose a place that suits you and check what is available locally.
ALSO FUN HERE An evening in one colorChoose a color together and use it in food, clothing or decorations.View the idea ALSO FUN HERE A pancake tableMake pancakes and let each person choose two unexpected toppings.View the idea ALSO FUN HERE A conversation on a benchFind a bench with a view and take turns asking each other one new question.View the idea ALSO FUN HERE Sound postcardRecord a minute of ambient sound together and add a spoken greeting.View the idea ALSO FUN HERE Small-budget challengeGive each other a small agreed amount and use it to come up with a snack date together.View the idea ALSO FUN HERE Bread from the bakeryBuy two small types of bread and try them with the same topping.View the idea
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