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January 25th, 10:00 PM By Natalia Vorobieva.. A Mystеry? Russiаn cuisine is probably still largеly unknown. Thеrеforе it is not еasy to ratе it for forеignеrs. Oleg the owner of Trоika rеstaurant told us about how he is offering everyone a taste of a culinary mystery. When we asked why he opened his restaurant in Los Santos, he told us: "I always wanted to make a place for Russian people and those who are interested to find out more about our culture, where people can erase their cultural boundaries and differences to enjoy the taste of food we make with love." Like all great empires, Russians had a great cuisine, influenced by many cultures, like French, Chinese, Turkish, Finnish, and many other. Therefore once we talk about Russian cuisine we are talking about the cuisine of the largest country in the world and many nations in it. But not everyone is interested in sharing their culture and opening their hearts for a new experience. That's what Oleg, the owner told us: "I am deeply outraged with recent Russophobic trends, I have been always hospitable to anyone who visits my restaurant, but recently I have felt the growth of negativeness towards men and women of my culture, so I went to make a research. I found out that there were bot farms that spread hatred through the internet. They want us to be busy fighting while they push any agenda they want. I want them to remember, that we are the nation that has invented the AK-47." Healing wounds. As America Tomorrow rose in popularity, we have gone through a similar experience. When provocative entities have attacked our company refusing to play by the rules set by corporations. One of the local radio enthusiasts named "DJ Paul" who runs his station out of the garage, has stated that "Russia is a petrol station with nukes." That's not the first attack coming from one of many pirate radio stations. Russian cuisine is an amalgamation of many traditions, yet none of them has ever been marketed or made a meaningful foray into foreign markets. Today, America Tomorrow and Troika have united to shed light and break the cocoon of prejudice, showing the warm and inviting side of Los Santos' restaurant industry. We decided to go for soups, a visiting card of Russian cuisine, and it was outstanding! Borsch, fish soup, cabbage soup – the possibilities are endless. Traditionally eaten at the start of a meal, soups are believed to aid in the digestive process. Troika has a Russians have a mind-boggling variety of soups: rassolnik - chicken soup with pickles, solyannka - meat soup with olives and sausages, okroshka - a cold soup made of chopped vegetables, orange borsh - cabbage soup, soup s frikadlkami - meatball soup, uha - fish soup and the list goes on. There is one secret that makes Russian soups so good - podjarka - which is a pre-frying of chopped onions, grated carrots, and a little bit of garlic in vegetable oil. Troika offers the most authentic experience all around Los Santos, while offering a chance to dive deep into a culture of a far and mysterious land. We rate this restaurant ten out of ten and suggest every gourmet to postpone their affairs and visit the best Russian cuisine restaurant you can find in San Andreas. Think your friends would be interested? Share this story! The statements, views and opinions expressed in this column are solely those of the author and do not necessarily represent those of AMT.

* You hear an intro jingle as soon as you start the video. * The camera focuses on Dmitry Ostrovsky's face. He would wear a rather concerned and tensed up facial expression as he would address the viewer. * Dmitry Ostrovsky wears a military-style jacket, resembling a French military officer's uniform from the 20th century. Dmitry Ostrovsky says: This is Ostrovsky Live from Los Santos, San Andreas. Dmitry Ostrovsky says: This week, a story that shocked the journalistic world, finally came to an end. Dmitry Ostrovsky says: Today with me is my colleague and friend — Natalia Vorobieva; who's recently been acquitted of all charges! * You would see a full-body shot of Natalia. * Natalia Vorobieva keeps her eyes low on the floor. * Natalia Vorobieva has multiple marks of recent beating, her face is covered with bruises. * Natalia Vorobieva runs her eyes through the studio, as if looking for escape route, she gulps audibly. * Dmitry Ostrovsky frowns his eyebrows, forcing a serious facial expression. He'd look right at Natalia. Natalia Vorobieva says: My name is Natalia Vorobieva, I have been a journalist for a long time. Natalia Vorobieva says: From my young age I knew that I want to speak for those who can't speak for themselves. Natalia Vorobieva says: I wanted to stand for those who can't stand for themselves. * Natalia Vorobieva's voice is jumping as if it takes her great strength to keep herself in control of her emotions. Dmitry Ostrovsky says: Right. For those who are just tuning in— * You would see a close-up of Dmitry's face. Dmitry Ostrovsky says: Just seven days ago, on January tenth— Vorobieva has been arrested and /charged/ with incitement of riot and disturbance of peace. Dmitry Ostrovsky says: Today, I am glad to have Natalia back in our studio, as her charges /have/ been dropped as of today. * Natalia Vorobieva wipes her eyes, releasing a exaggerated sigh. Dmitry Ostrovsky says: Did the DA actually empathize with Natalia and her abuse by the LSPD? Dmitry Ostrovsky says: Or couldn't the DA office fabricate believable evidence to /silence/ her for good? * Dmitry Ostrovsky faces away from the camera. He turns towards Natalia instead. * Dmitry Ostrovsky's tone would sound concerned and focused as he'd speak to Natalia. * Natalia Vorobieva shudders as attention shifts to her. Dmitry Ostrovsky says: So, Natasha, I can't help but notice these awful, awful bruises on your face. Dmitry Ostrovsky says: What happened? Natalia Vorobieva says: I— I— * Natalia Vorobieva gulps audibly, she gasps for air to maintain her breath. Dmitry Ostrovsky says: (away from the camera) Can we get her some water please? Natalia Vorobieva says: They forced me through degrading process of giving DNA samples. Natalia Vorobieva says: Officer took the DNA kit, and the moment he opened my mouth... He said that I am going to get raped. He just walked up close to me and whispered that in my ear. Natalia Vorobieva says: He said that women like me end up being rape toys of hardcore criminals. Dmitry Ostrovsky says: Excuse me— He said what?! This is breaking news, everybody. * Dmitry Ostrovsky turns towards the camera again. * Dmitry Ostrovsky gets riled up. His vocal tone would reflect that. Dmitry Ostrovsky says: A deputy. From OUR taxpayer MONEY. Dmitry Ostrovsky says: TOLD her. She'd end up being a RAPE TOY!!! Dmitry Ostrovsky says: We knew about the existance of Sheriff GANGS for a LO-ONG time! Dmitry Ostrovsky says: But this is just troubling! How would you feel— Dmitry Ostrovsky says: If your wife or daughter would be firstly HARASSED by the police! Dmitry Ostrovsky says: Then wrestled down, like an ANIMAL!!! A DAMN ANIMAL!!! Dmitry Ostrovsky says: She wasn't resisting! Remember that!!! * Dmitry Ostrovsky's face would become more red as he'd act up more and more. Dmitry Ostrovsky says: Then, your hypothetical daughter or wife would be dragged out in CUFFS!!! Dmitry Ostrovsky says: Charged with a bullshit accusation of rioting and disturbing of peace! Dmitry Ostrovsky says: Disturbing of peace! WHAT peace?! Dmitry Ostrovsky says: Is this PEACE?! Look at her face— Is that PEACE?! * Natalia Vorobieva looks at the camera with her watery eyes and innocent expression on her face. Dmitry Ostrovsky says: When a DEPUTY, funded by OUR taxpayer money— Tells you deserve getting raped by a scum criminal— Dmitry Ostrovsky says: Is that PEACE?! Tell me please!!! * You would see a close-up of Natalia again. Dmitry Ostrovsky says: So what did he tell you next? W— What happened afterwards?! Natalia Vorobieva says: So, they gave me a prison uniform and told me to change. Same officer. He pushed me inside the room, but he didn't close the door completely— Natalia Vorobieva says: He stood there, whispering comments about my body. Natalia Vorobieva says: As I was changing my clothes. Natalia Vorobieva says: It was a nightmare, I was never treated like an object before. It have scared me, deeply. I feel dirty, It is difficult to see myself in mirror. Dmitry Ostrovsky says: I'm so sorry you had to go through that. I simply have no words for this... Dmitry Ostrovsky says: This SCUM of a human being! He's not even worthy of being called a HUMAN BEING!!! * Dmitry Ostrovsky adjusts his microphone. Natalia Vorobieva says: So— When I walked inside the cell there was a woman covered in gang related tattoos. Natalia Vorobieva says: She said that the only way for her to be released on parole is to do what she has to do next. Natalia Vorobieva says: She had a sock with something inside it, probably a lock or a rock. Natalia Vorobieva says: She said that administration forced her to do it. Or she won't see her children any time soon and is going to miss her daughter's birthday. Dmitry Ostrovsky says: So... Who do you mean by the "administration?" Dmitry Ostrovsky says: Do you mean LSSD? Natalia Vorobieva says: T— Yeah, the Correctional Officers, yeah. Seems like my arrest and everything that happened after it was planned. Someone actually sat behind the table and planned the way to show me "how things are done in this state." Natalia Vorobieva says: She said she has to teach me a lesson, so I know my the line I should not cross. And then— * Natalia Vorobieva voice jumps, as she starts sobbing again. Natalia Vorobieva says: She started beating me with the lock. Natalia Vorobieva says: She said: "Media? There is no media, hoe. There is your reality check. * The camera zooms in on Otrovsky's face again. He pauses for a moment, as of he's trying to make sense of everything he has heard. His reddish face would almost be glowing on your screen. Dmitry Ostrovsky says: So let me just sum this up really quick. Dmitry Ostrovsky says: You've been set up by the authorities to share a cell with a gangbanger— Dmitry Ostrovsky says: That confessed she'd been instructed to beat you up for parole rights? Dmitry Ostrovsky says: Am I getting it right? Natalia Vorobieva says: That's correct, Dmitry. She continued beating me through my time in Twin Towers. Natalia Vorobieva says: They wanted to break me down completely, so I would pack my things and leave Los Santos. Dmitry Ostrovsky says: And did you plead for help? Did you actually approach authorities? Natalia Vorobieva says: I tried to. But they acted like nothing is going on. Dmitry Ostrovsky says: This is obviously very concerning. Your face speaks for yourself. * You would see a close-up of Natalia's face again. * Natalia Vorobieva's face shines with innocence and pain, as she looks into the camera in a theatrical manner. * Dmitry Ostrovsky continues to talk for another two hours about Natalia's time in prison. Dmitry Ostrovsky says: This is it for today. Ostrovsky Live, here with me was a prominent journalist Natalia Vorobieva. Dmitry Ostrovsky says: Thanks for joining the conversation. We'll be back next week.