Russian Dolls: Michael Musto Raves About Rasputin

Michael Musto, writer of the Village Voice blog, had nothing but good things to say about the Rasputin Restaurant and Cabaret in Brighton Beach.  He was recently invited there by owners Michael and Marina Levitis to enjoy a feast of a meal and a night of entertainment for the restaurant's 20th anniversary, and enjoy it he did.  He even brought a few friends along with him to feast on all the ethnic dishes that Rasputin specializes in.  

The best part of the review was when Mr. Musto writes, and I quote, "At one point, Michael Levitis explained to me, "This song is 'Russian Women Have The Best Asses.' And they do!"  

The eating went on for three hours!  Then Mr. Musto says, out came the lamb kabobs!  Lamb kabobs sound good to me.  There is a lot of talk of another Rasputin opening up in Manhattan in the near future.  A few good reviews here and there will certainly ensure the success of the new Rasputin's Grand Opening!

Good luck to Michael and Marina's new Rasputin!

Check out the review: Village Voice Review


P.S. I hear there will be a Halloween Party being held at Rasputin on Monday, October 31st, with prizes for best costume.  You may want to look into that on Michael's facebook @ Halloween at Rasputin

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Russian Dolls: Marina Underdressed!?!

Michael Musto, writer for the Village Voice, had a book party recently for his new book, Fork On The Right, Knife In The Back, which is being released.  I have no idea why Marina and Michael Levitis were invited, but they were there.  This is what puts delusions of grandeur in Marina's head.  Hosting the party were Countess LuAnn De Lesseps and Lisa Lampanelli.  Guess who else was there?  Jerry Springer.  Marina really enjoyed meeting Jerry and she tweets: "Jerry Springer was awesome he wants me and Eva to fight it out on his show!"  Leave it to Jerry to spot a real talent for fighting when he sees one!  Come to think of it, Jerry Springer may be the best forum for Marina to showcase her talents.  By the way, I thought that for a socialite, Marina was "underdressed" for the occasion (being at the Copa and all).  Check out how the Countess was dress for comparison!

Marina, Michael Musto, Countess

Jerry Springer



What do you think of Marina's outfit for a party at the Copacabana?  Was it a little too casual for a socialite?  I'd love to know.

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