Bylinas* or starinys as Russian heroic epics are called, appeared in the epoch of Kievan Russia, i.e. in the 11-12th centuries. Heroic deeds of celebrated heroes were glorified in epics. One of them was Alyosha Popovich. Cooking recipes from «Alyosha» presented in this film are prepared from traditional dishes but according to ancient recipes. Perhaps, this is why they are associated with Russian bylinas.