BREWED February 2015 | Page 14

MOSCOW - RUSSIA What do you think of when you hear the word ‘Russia’? Maybe the words ‘vodka’,‘fluffy hats’ and ‘snow’ crossed your mind for a split second. However, don’t be fooled into thinking this is all that Russia has to offer. The Russian Winter Festival in Moscow is a popular cultural festival you cannot miss! It is celebrated on a yearly basis, attracting crowds of tourists, as well as the ever-enthusiastic locals. Besides sampling Russian traditional wintertime foods, for instance bagels, jam, and tea, you will be enticed with Russian ice sculptures,