Going for flour: the pancake index this year will be 149 rubles
On average, a set for cooking four portions of pancakes according to the classic recipe will amount to 149 rubles this year. The "pancake index" turned out to be more or less stable — its growth was only 4%. Of the products for making dough, milk rose most noticeably — by 8%, but eggs, according to analysts, fell in price. At the same time, the cost of ingredients for a traditional pancake dish can vary significantly depending on the place of purchase and reach almost 500 rubles. About how much it will cost to celebrate Maslenitsa and where to go if you want a festive entourage — in the material of Izvestia.
How much will it cost to make pancakes
Carnival week this year falls on February 16-22. And the most expensive cost of the "pancake set" will be in Novosibirsk — 192 rubles, analysts of the OFD Platform company told Izvestia. In general, the Pancake Index in the country amounted to 149 rubles, an increase of 4%.
The calculations were based on a recipe in which portions of four pancakes need half a liter of milk, two eggs, a glass of wheat flour, three tablespoons of vegetable oil, a tablespoon of sugar and half a teaspoon of salt.
In Moscow, the regional pancake index was 172 rubles, 6% higher than in the same period last year, in St. Petersburg - 162 rubles, in Krasnodar — 169 rubles, in Kazan — 154 rubles, in Yekaterinburg — 172 rubles.
At the same time, the cost of a set for online purchase turned out to be higher than the national average of 260 rubles, which is 9% higher than last year.
As experts noted, milk rose in price most noticeably compared to last year — by 8%, wheat flour increased in price by 3%, and eggs, on the contrary, fell in price by 6%.
According to analysts of the X5 Club loyalty program, in their chain stores the cost of one serving of four pancakes this year will cost a record low of 17 rubles. They made calculations based on the recipe provided by Izvestia.
In the Cooper store and restaurant delivery service, the calculation was carried out in a different way — from the cost of products. The minimum price of the basic set of ingredients was 416 rubles.
You can also purchase a ready—made pancake mix - its average price, according to estimates by analysts of the OFD Platform, was 195 rubles, which is 10% more expensive than last year. This year, it is being bought 10% more often.
Traditionally, before Shrovetide, many people actively buy flour, pancake mixes and other products — the share of online purchases is growing, experts noted. During the same year, the number of orders for ready—made pancakes via the Internet increased by 20%, and for frozen pancakes - by 25%.
What toppings do Russians prefer?
The most favorite addition to pancakes is sour cream, noted in Avito. Condensed milk (49%), jam, jam or jam (37%), cottage cheese or curd mass with raisins (37%) and honey (32%) are also popular. People over the age of 65 like pancakes with butter, and at the age of 45-64, many people like to add red caviar and red fish to them. Young people prefer pancakes with ham or sausage.
Fix Price records a 15% increase in demand for jams, condensed milk and jam on the eve of Carnival. In addition, the animation also shows the pancake cookware sector.
Of the sweet fillings, cherries are the most expensive — they cost from 208 rubles per package in the freezer. Jam is in second place, and it can be bought at a price starting from 99 rubles, Cooper added.
The average price category includes dairy fillings such as sour cream (from 55 rubles), condensed milk (from 47 rubles) and cottage cheese (from 44 rubles). Honey turned out to be the most budget—friendly sweet filling - it costs from 11 rubles.
"The most expensive way to make a salty filling is from chicken — breast fillet now costs from 314 rubles. Minced meat will cost almost twice as much — it costs from 169 rubles. This is followed by cheese and ham. The most budget—friendly salty filling is champignons, they cost from 90 rubles," the service noted.
Where to celebrate Shrovetide
To maximize the atmosphere of the Carnival festivities, Russians can go to the cities where the festive programs are organized. The cheapest way to rent an apartment for a day on Shrovetide week is in Tambov and Novosibirsk, suburban housing is in Veliky Novgorod, Yaroslavl and Rostov Veliky, told Izvestia in Avito Travel.
The largest selection of apartments available for short-term rental among cities with a busy Carnival program in St. Petersburg is the average cost of daily rent is 3.7 thousand rubles. One of the main points of attraction in the city will be Elagin Island, where a fair will be held on February 21-23, and the main festivities with the themed program "Shumi, Maslenitsa!" are planned for February 22. The holiday will also be celebrated in the Peter and Paul Fortress, in the Park of Fairy Tales and other places.
Moscow ranks second in terms of the supply of daily apartments. In the capital, the choice of facilities increased by 29% year-on-year, and the average rental price during Carnival week was 5.3 thousand rubles. The Moscow Maslenitsa festival will be held in the capital from February 13 to 22, bringing together 30 venues in different districts and the city center. The holiday will be celebrated in Kolomenskoye, Izmailovo and other metropolitan parks.
Among the cities of the Golden Ring, where you can experience the atmosphere of the holiday, the largest offer of daily apartments in Yaroslavl. The city's choice grew by 20% year-on-year. On Shrovetide, guests will enjoy folk festivals on Sovetskaya Square, a Carnival doll contest on Damansky Island and interactive programs in local museums.
Programs are also being prepared in Pereslavl-Zalessky, and Peter the Great's Boat Museum-estate will celebrate Peter the Great Maslenitsa. In Suzdal, the holiday will unfold among the monuments of wooden architecture. In Rostov the Great, they invite you to a gingerbread ball and ancient dances. Mass festivities with fairs and traditional burning of effigies are planned in Vladimir, Uglich and Murom.
Festive events in Tambov are scheduled at the Rachmaninov Museum-Reserve Ivanovka and the Aseev Estate on February 21. On February 21 and 22, performances by harmonicists, gypsy and folklore ensembles, power games, funny competitions and traditional amusements are expected in the Fairy Forest.
In Veliky Novgorod, the main attraction will be the Carnival in Vitoslavlitsy with interactive folklore and ethnographic performances. The guests will get acquainted with traditional rituals, see the majesty of the newlyweds, take part in the fair and folk games.
"Event tourism is increasingly becoming an independent reason to travel," said Vladislav Sakina, Commercial Director of Avito Travel. — Maslenitsa is celebrated all over the country, which means that the choice of destinations and routes is huge. You can relax with the whole family by choosing a new direction, for example, to visit small towns. This year, interesting programs will be presented, for example, by Murom, Suzdal and Uglich.
Who can't eat pancakes
The conditional "pancake index" reflects the picture of consumption in modern Russian society, said Ekaterina Kosareva, Managing partner of the VMT Consult agency. In particular, consumer preferences are shifting.
— Fewer and fewer people want to "bother" with cooking from scratch and prefer options that will save time: dry mixes in the style of "just add water," she said. — Or they buy frozen semi-finished products that need to be fried or simply reheated, as well as ready-made pancakes from a cafe or restaurant.
One of the reasons, according to the expert, is the lack of free time, and ready-made solutions save time on preparation and mixing.
— In addition, when using semi—finished products, pancakes will turn out even for inexperienced cooks, - she said. — This is accessibility: mixtures, frozen pancakes, and ready-made, already toasted ones are available in any supermarket. And the prices are affordable and quite comparable to the cost of manual cooking. The food culture has also changed in favor of fast and affordable food.
However, those who like the ritual itself and appreciate the taste of homemade pancakes will not give up on self-cooking, despite any trends, she noted.
Doctors advise adults without problems with the digestive system to limit themselves to 100 g of pancakes per day, for children this norm is about half of the adult portion, said Irina Golotina, internist at Invitro.
"When determining the acceptable number of pancakes, consider the daily calorie content of the diet and remember that a medium—sized pancake contains from 190 to 230 calories," she said. — It is optimal to include pancakes in the menu once a day as a full meal, and preferably in the morning, since pancakes are quite difficult to digest food with a high content of fast carbohydrates.
Excessive craving for pancakes can lead to disruptions in the functioning of the digestive system, as well as negatively affect the figure, she said. To reduce the risks, it is recommended to drink a glass of warmed water before a festive feast, preferably with a slice of lemon. You can also use a significant amount of lemon zest to reduce appetite.
— Pancakes should be completely excluded from the diet for people with overweight and elevated cholesterol levels, with diagnosed diabetes mellitus and pathologies of the digestive tract, especially in the acute phase, — the doctor reminded. — Be careful when eating pancakes if you have a history of pancreatitis, cholecystitis or cirrhosis of the liver.
To reduce the calorie content of pancakes, they can be cooked without using oil in a specialized non-stick frying pan. In addition, you can reduce the amount of sugar in the dough, replace wheat flour with a more useful alternative — buckwheat or rice. It is also allowed to use milk or kefir with a reduced percentage of fat content or completely skimmed dairy products.
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