Russia approves GOST standard for traditional cuisine with recipes of 133 dishes

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Russia has established a state standard for traditional Russian cuisine, defining recipes for 133 national dishes, announced Anton Alikhanov, Minister of Industry and Trade of the Russian Federation, at the international forum "World Quality Day - 2026".

According to the Minister, the document was developed over two years by representatives of the restaurant industry in collaboration with Rosstandart (the Russian Federal Agency for Technical Regulation and Metrology). The list includes recipes for a wide variety of dishes, ranging from borscht (a beet soup) to kulebyaka (a traditional Russian puff pastry pie).

Alikhanov emphasized that the new standard does not imply rigid regulation of the restaurant business. Its purpose is to serve as a guideline for establishments and ensure that consumers receive traditional dishes with a guaranteed level of quality and adherence to original recipes.

Additionally, the Ministry of Industry and Trade has proposed introducing a so-called "Russian breakfast" in hotels, health resorts, and cafes. According to the Minister, promoting national cuisine will support domestic agricultural producers.