Bliny, a popular Russian dish, is a type of thin pancake made from batter and commonly served as a breakfast or snack food. There are several synonyms for bliny, including blintz, crepe, flapjack, griddlecake, hotcake, and pancake. Blintz, which has origins in Jewish cuisine, is similar to bliny but typically has a cheese or fruit filling. A crepe is a French-style pancake that is thinner and larger in size. A flapjack and griddlecake are both thicker versions of a pancake and often include added ingredients such as oats or fruit. Hotcakes are another term for traditional American pancakes. Regardless of the synonym used, bliny and its variations are enjoyed around the world.