Some feasts carry history.

Some carry comfort.

A Russian Christmas feast carries both with quiet strength.

Russian Christmas is celebrated on January 7, a holy day filled with reverence, tradition, and dishes that warm the soul through deep winter.

The flavors are hearty.

The dishes are humble.

The meaning is profound.

This feast is built on memory, faith, and the resilience of a people who cook with purpose and gather with gratitude.

This is more than a holiday meal.

This is heritage, warmth, and the beauty of a winter table.

This is the Queen’s Russian Christmas Feast.

Let us begin.

The Heart of the Russian Christmas Table

Kutya, The Sacred Beginning

Every traditional Russian Christmas begins with Kutya.

A simple dish of wheat berries, honey, and poppy seeds.

Sweet.

Symbolic.

Meant to bless the home with peace and abundance.

It is never fancy.

It is always meaningful.

The first taste of Christmas.

Borscht with Rich Winter Vegetables

A deep red beet soup served hot on the coldest day of the year.

Steaming.

Comforting.

Filled with cabbage, carrots, onions, and tender beef.

Season the broth with The King’s Mediterranean Blend to add warmth and depth.

A blend that complements the earthiness of the vegetables and the richness of the meat.

A bowl that brings everyone close.

Beef Stroganoff with The King’s Mediterranean Blend

Tender beef simmered in a creamy mushroom sauce.

Served over noodles or potatoes.

A dish that feels like comfort and celebration all at once.

Seasoning the beef with The King’s Mediterranean Blend elevates the flavors with herb forward richness and balance.

A warm centerpiece for a winter feast.

Roasted Pork with Queen’s Royal BBQ Rub

A traditional Russian Christmas table often features roasted pork.

It is hearty.

It is comforting.

It is a classic centerpiece for the cold winter feast.

Slow roasted until tender and fragrant, the pork is usually seasoned with garlic, salt, and simple winter herbs.

Using Queen’s Royal BBQ Rub brings a warm, balanced depth to this beloved dish without changing its heritage.

It enhances the flavor.

It honors the tradition.

It adds a royal finish to a timeless favorite.

A true star of the Russian Christmas celebration.

Treasures of the Russian Christmas Table

Golubtsi (Cabbage Rolls)

Cabbage leaves filled with rice and meat, simmered in a tomato and vegetable sauce.

Gentle.

Comforting.

A Russian classic for winter.

Pirozhki

Soft little buns filled with potato, cabbage, mushroom, or meat.

Golden.

Fragrant.

Loved by every guest.

Pelmeni

Small dumplings filled with seasoned meat, served with sour cream or butter.

Simple.

Hearty.

A treasure of Siberia brought to every home.

Herring Under a Fur Coat

Layers of herring, potatoes, beets, carrots, onions, and a snowy layer of mayonnaise.

A festive dish found on nearly every Russian holiday table.

Olivier Salad

Potatoes, peas, eggs, pickles, chicken or ham, all dressed in a creamy sauce.

A familiar comfort.

A must for celebrations.

The Sweet Finale

Pryaniki

Soft Russian gingerbread cookies glazed with sugar.

Warm with spice.

Perfect with tea.

Vareniki with Sweet Cheese or Cherries

Dumplings filled with sweet cheese or fruit.

Steamed or boiled.

Light and comforting.

Honey Cake

Layers of soft, honey scented cake and cream.

Sweet.

Elegant.

Loved across generations.

The Drink of the Night

Hot black tea served strong and fragrant.

Sometimes Russian berry juice known as Mors.

Some families raise a small glass of vodka to honor the season in quiet gratitude.

Warm drinks for a winter night.

Warm hearts around a winter table.

The Final Royal Word

A Russian Christmas feast is built on simplicity, depth, and devotion.

It is a table full of tradition.

A table full of meaning.

A table full of winter comfort.

This feast honors faith.

This feast honors family.

This feast belongs to the Queen.