Pyshka facts for kids
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Ring-shaped pyshki, Saint Petersburg
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A Pyshka or Ponchik is a super yummy type of doughnut from Russia! It's a popular sweet treat that many people enjoy, especially with tea or coffee.
What is a Pyshka?
Pyshki are a kind of fried dough, often covered in powdered sugar. They are soft and fluffy inside, making them a delicious snack. Think of them as a special Russian version of the doughnuts you might know.
Different Shapes of Pyshki
Pyshki come in two main shapes. Some are shaped like a ring, just like many doughnuts you see. These have a hole in the middle. Other pyshki are made without a hole, looking more like a round, fluffy ball. Both shapes are equally tasty!
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Pyshki without a hole, from a cafe in Novosibirsk
Where Do They Call It Pyshka or Ponchik?
The name for this delicious treat can change depending on where you are in Russia!
- In cities like Saint Petersburg and Novosibirsk, people usually call them "pyshka." The special shops where you can buy them are called "pyshechnaya."
- But if you go to Moscow, you'll hear them called "ponchik." The doughnut shops there are known as "ponchikovaya."
So, whether you say "pyshka" or "ponchik," you're talking about the same yummy Russian doughnut!
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A "Pyshechnaya" shop on Bolshaya Konushennaya Street in Saint Petersburg, which opened in the 1960s.
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A "Pyshechnaya" in the Leninsky City District of Novosibirsk, opened in the mid-twentieth century.
