Element Moscow

Moscow was covered in a blanket of fog this morning. It made the capital quite photogenic for those up early enough to capture it.

Good news if you work or live close to a Rukkola restaurant ahead of winter. From 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. every day they have introduced a delivery service. Something to help you luncheon without the stress of snow this winter!

We don't know about you, but team element prefers its park benches to be largely quiet, obsequious and anonymous. We don't want them giving us advice. We might have to change our attitude though, as the city government are planning to install 20 benches which come with built-in weighing scales in Sokolniki Park. They will tell you your weight and offer you health advice. Is there no rest for the weighty?

Model Natalia Vodianova hosted a private party for the oligarchs and Russian show business stars, who took part in her charity auction last night. She didn't spare any expense and the centerpiece of the night was this incredible cake map of Russia. Reports that the UK shaped cake remained unsliced remain unconfirmed.

Good news for Moscow foodies, as this weekend the annual Taste of Moscow food festival rolls into town. The taste festivals happen all around the world and showcases the best in local and international food. Taste of Moscow gets under way today in front of the Luzhniki stadium. The action starts at 11:00 and entry costs from 300 rubles, with some interactive shows costing a bit extra! It is sure to be one of the highlights of the gastronomic year in Moscow, so make sure to get along at some point!