How our life has changed

Why in the 19th century, Petersburgers drank “coffee” from acorns, how did they expect time to prepare a dinner, and why today they decide to completely free themselves from household tasks?

"Paper" and the online shopping store publish a special project about how our life has changed. You can find out how central heating and the first elevators appeared in the city, read the history of the Petersburger, which transferred all household chores to outsources, and check if you could plan your time in St. Petersburg of the 19th century.

A samovar-coffeery and a driving chair. Local historian Alexey Shishkin - about how progress came to Petersburg

How in St. Petersburg they used to make coffee, who invented the city water bus and what were the first elevators?

How long in the XIX century, Petersburgers waited for the cabman and how long did the water boiled for tea? Test

Today, many household affairs take minutes or maximum hours. And how was it in the old days?

"I hardly remove and cook when I want." Petersburger tells how she transferred all household chores to outsources

After the birth of the second child, Elizaveta Verlova hired a nanny - and then began to contact the services that took on other home concerns.

The scooter online store helps with home troubles and helps out when the products suddenly ended. Delivery is free and fast - purchases will be brought to you in 15-30 minutes. If you have not used a scooter yet, when placing an order before February 28, indicate the Paper promotional code - with it the purchase will be cheaper for 300 rubles (subject to the order from 800 rubles).