Made from fragrant herbs and tender flowers, decorated with bright ribbons and endowed with magic powers, a Ukrainian wreath – is the ancient symbol of Ukraine. Let’s find out more about this one of a kind ethnic decoration forming the basis of Ukrainian national identity. It’s hard to imagine a true Ukrainian girl without a wreath. Since olden times, Ukrainian girls decorated themselves with different wreaths emphasizing their tenderness, femininity, youth, and virginity. It was believed that a wreath wields power to still pain, attract love, and protect from...
Cherry buns – Enjoy summer to the fullest
Summer is in full swing and we can enjoy its generous gifts - fruits and berries. So, it’s a wonderful idea to bake fluffy, light and soft buns with a juicy cherry filling. I’ll guide you through simple steps of how to make predough, how to knead the dough and how to easily shape buns in the form of a rose. Let’s start together:) Ingredients: Dough 250 ml milk 4 eggs 1/2 tsp salt 6 tbsp sugar 2 tbsp sunflower oil 800 g (28 oz) flour 50 g...
Ukrainian wedding – Unique traditions, rich culture
The traditions of Ukrainian wedding have formed for centuries. In the course of time, some of them have changed as people, their preferences, and lifestyle change with time. Yet main customs of celebrations have gone through years and even centuries and remained the same. For instance, big rich weddings are still held in many regions. Until quite recently, the celebration of the wedding lasted almost the whole week: Friday – the beginning of the wedding Saturday – serving karavai (round loaf bread) Sunday – church wedding Monday – Wednesday –...