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I Like Wine – Friendly wine bar

"I Like Wine" in Moscow is a bar-restaurant where you can try the wine before ordering. I always find the perfect wine, and I'm a very frequent client!

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Anton

Alexandrov

Jan 17, 2025
Eggsellent

Eggsellent – For breakfast, brunch and brinner

"Eggsellent" in Moscow is one of the best place to have your breakfast (or brunch, or brinner!) The menu is deliciously egg-centric...

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Natalia

Stepanova

Jan 14, 2025
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Krasnostudenchesky Proezd – Tram stop time machine

Tram stop "Krasnostudenchesky Proezd" in Moscow is an option for you if you want to travel back in time. It looks really stylish, too!

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Maria

Selezneva

Jan 7, 2025
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Dizengof99 – Perfect Israeli breakfast

"Dizengof99" is an amazing Israeli restaurant that doesn't get exhausted on hummus and falafel. You have to try the breakfast - ideally for two!

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Maria

Selezneva

Dec 23, 2024
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Danilovsky Food Market – The one and only

The popular "Danilovsky Food Market" which has existed in Moscow was recently renovated and now it follows European standards: it's become a foodie heaven!

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Maria

Selezneva

Dec 23, 2024
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Arma Art Cluster – Former gas plant

"Arma Art Cluster" in Moscow is a cool gentrified cluster built on old gas holders. Here's a tip: come on the weekend to enjoy it with fewer people around!

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Maria

Selezneva

Dec 23, 2024
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Pita&Souvlaki – Greek tavern

I'm obsessed with Greek food, and after looking far and wide in Moscow, "Pita&Suvlaki" has become my favorite... I really like their chicken souvlaki!

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Maria

Selezneva

Dec 23, 2024
Gorka-Park

Gorka Park – A piece of Brooklyn

"Gorka Park" is a recently renovated park in Moscow that feels like a little piece of Brooklyn! Grab a coffee and a croissant and enjoy the atmosphere...

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Relaxing

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Maria

Selezneva

Dec 23, 2024
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Novaya Basmannaya Street – Full of mansions

"Novaya Basmannaya Street" in Moscow is a street with plenty of impressive mansions! My favorite building on is the Shibaevs' Estate...

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Maria

Selezneva

Dec 23, 2024
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The Fountain of Arts – Oasis of inspiration

"The Fountain of Arts" in Moscow is a fountain inaugurated in 2006. I really recommend you visit it after Tretyakov Gallery - you'll get inspired!

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Maria

Selezneva

Dec 19, 2024
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Moscow City – Moscow's skyscrapers

"Moscow City" is the city's very own skyscraper district. Here you can find everything that makes life in the big city fun and interesting...

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Maria

Selezneva

Dec 19, 2024
Shabolovka-Street

Shabolovka Street – Oasis of peace

"Shabolovka Street" is one of my favorite parts of Moscow. Maybe it's because of the atmosphere, Danilovsky Food Market nearby or the radio tower...

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Maria

Selezneva

Dec 19, 2024

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