Piroshky Piroshky will take years off of your life. Not only are its delicious wares the things heart attacks are made of—the easiest way to locate this place is to follow the smell of butter—but the cortisol your body releases while you’re braving the Pike Place Market crowds is bound to take its toll as well.

But once you’re inside this little shop (this often involves waiting in a very long line), the smells, sounds, and sights of those delightful little pastries being patted and stacked will lull you into a more meditative state. A popular strategy is to choose one savory piroshky and one sweet one. The simple ones—beef and cheese, potato and cheese, or apple-cinnamon—are best, but there are more Northwesty options, too, like smoked salmon or coffee-cinnamon.

If you suspect your piroshky has been sitting out for a while, it’s worth waiting for a new batch to come out of the oven—when piroshky aren’t fresh, they turn into unyielding dough balls.