Lenten Dishes for the New Year Table

Edaku — Thu, 11 Dec 2025 09:00:00 +0300

New Year during the Nativity Fast

In Russia, New Year’s Eve traditionally falls during the Nativity Fast, which runs until January 7th, so many families face the question of how to set a festive table without meat, and on the strictest days without fish or dairy either, while still keeping the sense of celebration intact. The good news is that lenten cooking has long stopped meaning a sparse table — vegetables, mushrooms, grains, and legumes leave plenty of room for dishes that are both interesting and filling.

Lenten Dishes on Edaku

Lenten Dishes for the New Year Table

New Year during the Nativity Fast