InnichkaChef 

Fish in Salt is a celebration of simple, time-honored cooking. Here, you’ll find whole fish baked in salt crust—an old technique that needs no oil or butter, locks in moisture, and lets natural flavors shine. With herbs, citrus, garlic, and gentle heat working from the inside out, this method proves that humble ingredients can create extraordinary results. Honest food, thoughtful technique, and dishes that nourish from the plate up.

A nourishing Ukrainian-style borscht made with fermented beets from beet kvass, a rich mushroom-onion broth, dried mushrooms, beans, coriander seeds, and a touch of vinegar for balance.

If you’ve ever wandered the aisles of a health food store or scrolled through wellness blogs, you’ve probably come across beet kvass. This vibrant, ruby-red fermented drink has been a staple in Eastern European kitchens for centuries, prized not just for its earthy flavor but also for its powerful health benefits. Today, I’ll share why beet kvass deserves a place in your fridge and how to make it at home.