yes, the Russians do have a penchant for mayonnaise, although one of the best meals I\'ve ever had has been Siberian pelmeni! Homemade I should hastily add.

Did hear a story about kvass. Many many people died one year in st Peters from drinking the stuff. Rumour had it a person fell in died in the VAT the stuff was brewed in, but don\'t let that put you off drinking it. It\'s delicious in summer...

hello joe and luba,how the hell are ya,are you still in gosport?