Romashka Euro Deli, located at 2400 W. Dublin-Granville Rd., serves up a taste of home for many Slavic families in Columbus. In addition to offering cold cuts, fresh breads, and filled crepes, Romashka sets itself apart by carrying imported products from Eastern Europe and hard-to-find specialty foods like smoked fish, pickled vegetables, and authentic Russian sour cream. With so many options, where do you start? Co-Owner Tatiana Vilenchuk recommends this delicious Russian Olivier salad.
Salad:
4 medium potatoes
2-3 medium carrots
4–5 salted pickles
1 cup green peas
4 pieces of cooked chicken or bologna
4-6 hard-boiled eggs
Dressing:
1 cup mayonnaise
Salt and pepper to taste
1. Boil potatoes and carrots in their skins until fork-tender. Hard boil eggs. Cool.
2. Peel and dice vegetables and eggs into small, even cubes.
3. Dice your meat into small even cubes.
4. Chop pickles.
5. Combine all chopped ingredients into a large mixing bowl.
6. Add mayonnaise, mix gently until evenly coated.
7. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
8. Chill in the fridge for at least 1–2 hours before serving. Serve cold. (Optional: add chopped, fresh parsley or dill on top.