Drawing and painting

­Pencils, sketch books, paper, brushes – you name it, you can find it in this weeks programme as we discuss the world of drawing and painting!! From innovative art programmes and workshops to historical prestigious art schools in the capital. The art industry in Russia is a multi million dollar industry that grows every year. Whether as a child’s hobby or a professional painter – Russia...

Circus in Moscow

­Come follow the band! Welcome to the wonderful world of the Moscow Circus! On this week’s Moscow Out show Martyn Andrews explores the live entertainment genre. We look at the history of variety acts and touring tent companies in Russia and question whether animals should be used in today’s circuses. Magic, acrobats, dancers and candyfloss – we bring you our top choices of venues and acts. The...

Moscow Grill

­T-bone, fillet, sirloin, topside, braised, minced…. There are just as many cuts of meat as there are ways we can prepare it. Regarding such produce, whether domestic or international, the restaurant and shopping scene in Moscow has flourished over the past two decades. On the show this week, Martyn Andrews visits various restaurants, an ostrich farm and American Grills. The team looks at the...

Beauty and plastic surgery

­Nip and tuck! Who needs to grow old gracefully when plastic surgery is now available to all? Not the Moscow Out team! In this week’s episode, Martyn Andrews and the crew visit a variety of clinics and beauty salons. Fillers, botox, chemical peels – everyday procedures for thousands of Muscovites aiming to reverse time. But how high are the standards in Russia? Is image becoming an obsession,...

Meatless Moscow

Russian cuisine is wholesome and diverse. It’s famous for its dumplings, meat pies, beef stroganoff and hearty broths – but have you ever wondered about a Moscow without meat? Some 5-10 per cent of Muscovites are vegetarians. Whether their choice was made for personal, religious or ethical reasons, they’re causing quite a stir in the Russian capital. So on this week’s culture show on RT, the...

Fast food culture

­In 1990, Macdonald’s opened its first branch in Moscow to great success and since then, demand for Western fast food has exploded in Russia. On the show this week, Martyn Andrews visits popular venues such as KFC and Wendy’s and looks at their Russian counterparts such as Elky Pelky and Moo Moo. What are the most popular in the city? Can such places ever bring healthy food to the table? And do...

Millionaire Moscow

­With more billionaires living in Moscow than anywhere else in the world – it’s no wonder that the travel, entertainment, real estate and luxury goods market is geared up for major spenders in the Russian capital. On this week’s high-flying Moscow Out show Martyn looks at millionaire lifestyles! Maybe you fancy travelling in a private jet? Shopping for a diamond-studded dress? Or perhaps you...

Winter day trips

­Let it snow, let it snow, let it snow! Magical forests, husky dogs, snow ploughs and quaint villages – welcome to a Russian winter wonderland. On the show this week, a wrapped-up Martyn Andrews looks at various winter-themed activities on the outskirts of the city. What fun can be had in the snow? And what unusual activities can people of all ages enjoy? We bring you our selection.

Hobbies

­This week sees the Moscow Out team explore the subject of hobbies. From the popular mystery game "Mafia" to model train sets and martial arts – many of us have secret hobbies. Martyn Andrews explores several activities that can be enjoyed come rain or shine. Chess, various sports, stamp collecting and singing – it’s all enjoyed here in the Russian capital!

Russian around (Florence)

­Join us in our second program from Florence, Italy as we explore various customs and cultural connections associated with Russia. Martyn Andrews eats a traditional Russian meal, meets Russian experts and expats, enjoys a concert and gets lost in the maze of quaint Florentine streets. You’ll be surprised how Russia has influenced so many aspects of culture and life abroad. Russia is closer than...