Kazan — summer 2010

Lazy day. Did almost nothing. Explored the snack bar at the back of the Chekhov farmers market. They sell manty (Russian ravioli) covered with mayonaisse. Very tasty! Was stunned by the quantity of alcohol consumed there. Saw two ladies walk in with prepared salads, and they ordered shots of vodka to go with it. Salad and vodka? Depending on the brand, you can get a shot of vodka here for about 50 cents.