Monthly Archives: March 2019

100 Year old recipe for Easter cake

This pre-revolutionary, at least 100-year-old recipe comes from those parts of the Kyiv region, where “traditional ovens” - hearths are still preserved. These hearths were specially made to house at least a dozen of Easter cakes, enough to bake treats for all distant and near...

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Ukrainian korovai – Authentic wedding bread

 

Wedding korovai is not only luscious pastry, but it is also the ritual bread with great symbolic meaning. Korovai is used to bless a new family life and is highly respected all over Ukraine.

The entertaining and rich in events Ukrainian wedding ceremony can’t...

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Shpundra – Pork and beetroot stew

 

Shpundra is the ancient Ukrainian folk dish comprising pork stewed with beetroots in beet kvass. The meat gets a tender, rich taste and a vibrant ruby color. Such a dish will be a great, nourishing dinner. In old times, shpundra was dressed with flour or...

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15 Remarkable Ukrainian women who left their mark on history

 

Ukrainian women are not only beautiful – they are wise, strong-willed, talented, and intelligent! All of them deserve respect and admiration.

On the occasion of the Women's Day, let’s remember these distinguished women - the women who made a significant contribution to the culture,...

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15 Yummy savory pancake fillings

Love pancakes and looking for tasty and nourishing filling ideas? You’re just in the right place. We can’t wait to share with you fifteen amazing mouth-watering fillings with meat, fish, veggies, and eggs. Feel free to discover)

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