Sasha, an American with Russian roots, travels to the Kaliningrad Region — a land with a truly Russian soul.
In Baltiysk, home to Russia’s Baltic Fleet, she uncovers the town’s maritime history. In Kaliningrad, she dives into the region’s culinary traditions, learning to prepare the famous Königsberg meatballs and discovering their surprising ingredient: anchovies.
In Zelenogradsk, Sasha tastes freshly caught flounder, finds amber on the beach, and makes a marzipan heart beside an ancient castle.
The journey takes on a special meaning in July, when the United States celebrates Independence Day and the Kaliningrad Region marks its 80th anniversary. Therefore, Sasha has two reasons to celebrate!
