Cusisine of Don's valley is a great combo of Russian abundance, oriental spices, French complexity and Caucasian zest.
At Rostov's Central market, you immediately dive into this special, timeless atmosphere.
Central market is famous for the fresesh ingredients for the most delicious meals. Imagine longs stalls of fragrant green herbs, sticky fresh garlic bulbs, salty Rostov herring (locals' favourite!)... and kind faces of the sellers who won't sell you anything before you taste it!
Try local specialty - vegetable caviar made of "blue ones" (nickname for eggplants), it will add unforgettable complexity even to a simple pork chop. Famous Rostov red borscht with beans, or the green one with boiled eggs. Farmer hens here can contribute to a variety of dishes: stuffed neck and thighs, broth and noodle soup.
Lifehack: if you plan to visit Rostov, arrive hungry - you will never forget the gems of local cuisine!
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