Monthly Archives: April 2016

WHAT DO UKRAINIANS PUT IN AN EASTER BASKET

On Easter, Ukrainian people go to church to celebrate the Resurrection of Christ and bless the food in baskets and after have meal together. This process has deep spiritual and religious meaning.

Easter is a family holiday when all relatives gather around the...

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UKRAINIAN EGG COLORS AND THEIR MEANINGS

Yellow/golden/orange colors bring people good mood. These colors mean the warmth, hope, and rich harvest.

The red color symbolizes goodness and life’s pleasures. The red egg is the symbol of resurrection and self-sacrifice.

The blue color has the meaning of sky,...

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Poppy Seed Buns

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We all love homemade bakery and buns are no exception. These gorgeous buns with poppy seed and jam filling are a real winner.

These buns will become a perfect accompaniment for your family tea party...

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Apple Cinnamon Pie

Apple pie is one of those comforting dishes that generally evoke memories to togetherness, hearth and home.

The scrumptious pie we are going to bake today is the perfect idea for a family party. This apple pie is infused with cinnamon and...

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Ukrainian Paska with Raisins

This is a fantastic Ukrainian paska to serve for Easter dinner. Made completely from natural ingredients it brings coziness and holiday spirit.

Following this traditional recipe, you’ll get the fluffy homemade Easter cake enriched with sweet raisins. The preparation is time-consuming but...

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