Latgale Tirgus: Riga’s Russian flea market

11 Nov 2024

A hidden treasure for lovers of the past Latgale Tirgus, an atypical flea market in the heart of Riga, is a goldmine for those seeking authenticity and adventure. A far cry ...
05 Nov 2024

No doubt you've already encountered some difficulties when it comes to translating certain words. There are often similarities between certain languages and certain words. If ...
21 Aug 2024

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Syrniki (сырники in Russian) are classic Russian pancakes made with tvorog (творог), a type of fresh cheese. Typically enjoyed for breakfast, they're often served with jam or ...
11 Jul 2024

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Are you a hopeless romantic yourself? Or maybe just an avid reader of the Russian classics? If this resonates with you, then you might consider getting acquainted with ...
04 Jul 2024

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Nowadays, every culture has its superstitions. From black cats to breaking mirrors, anyone has their perks. Likewise, that is often the case with Russians. Although idioms are ...
18 Jun 2024

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Have you ever wondered about who is truly behind the written work of “Dead Souls”? Who might have been able to envision both an absurd and satirical novel nonetheless? Among ...
07 Dec 2023

In a time of rising antisemitism worldwide, it has never been more important to educate ourselves on the history of the Jewish community in Eastern Europe. Confronting such ...
05 Dec 2023

Starting Russian as a beginner can often be intimidating, especially for those who don’t have a background in Slavonic languages. But don’t be fooled by the Cyrillic alphabet ...
11 Nov 2023

This week, I sat down again with one of our recent students at Liden and Denz to find out more about why Riga is the perfect place for students of all ages.  Why did you ...
03 Nov 2023

Commonly referred to as ‘The Metropolis of Art Nouveau’, (LiveRiga), and home to a thriving Modern Art scene, Riga is the place to go for anyone who loves art. Visual art and ...
01 Nov 2023

Censorship, exile and greatness; the life of Andrei Tarkovsky, (1932-1986), is one of a reluctant Soviet defector and artistic pioneer. Widely acknowledged as one of greatest ...
01 Nov 2023

One of the most underrated resources for language learners, Soviet cinema provides the perfect opportunity to improve your understanding of spoken Russian through language ...