There is nothing short of fraternal and heroic Cossack atmosphere in the kitchen when Adam and James Price conjure up some of the best that Russian gastronomy has to offer. However, sad memories of Soviet-era commodity shortages arise as a hunt for real Russian caviar turns out to be a bigger challenge than first thought. In return, the brothers gain new insight into the Russians' strange traditions for and use of vodka, and are fortunately far-sighted enough not only to equip themselves with plenty of butter, but also with plenty of food in case uninvited guests arrive.