Honey Cuisine (Medovaia kulinariia), 1987. In Russian

Медовая кулинария. / Сост. К. Антониу; пер. с рум.
Бухарест: Апимондия (Международный институт технологии и экономики пчеловодства), 1987.
144 с., ил. Мягкая бумажная издательская обложка, увеличенный формат. Состояние: Хорошее.
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Honey Cuisine (Medovaia kulinariia). / Compiled by C. Antoniu; Translated from Romanian.
Bucharest: Apimondia (International Institute of Beekeeping Technology and Economy), 1987.
144 pp., illustrated. Soft paper publisher’s cover, enlarged format. Condition: Good.

Published in Bucharest in 1987, this delightful volume is a product of Apimondia, the prestigious International Federation of Beekeepers’ Associations. Released during the final years of the Socialist Republic of Romania, this Russian-language edition was part of a broader effort to promote the medicinal and nutritional benefits of apiculture across the Eastern Bloc.
The book is far more than a simple recipe collection; it is an encyclopedia of honey in the kitchen. It explores the chemical properties of different honey varieties and how they react to heat, moisture, and various ingredients. The recipes range from traditional Balkan honey cakes and gingerbreads to sophisticated meat glazes, beverages, and health-conscious desserts. Richly illustrated with colorful photography and vintage-style layouts, the book reflects the 1980s aesthetic of "Apimondia" publications, which were known for their high scientific and aesthetic standards. It remains a charming and practical reference for both beekeepers and culinary enthusiasts interested in natural sweeteners.