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, art, education, sports, science, literature, and many other spheres of life in Ukraine and abroad. 1. Princess Olha Princess Olha was the wife of Igor, the first ruler o Kievan Rus'. After the death of her husband, Olha was the regent of Kievan Rus, one...
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) 1. Chicken mincemeat and rice filling Ingredients: 500 g (17,5 oz) chicken mincemeat, 150 g (5 oz) rice, 1 bulb onion, 1 tbsp dairy butter, 2 bay leaves, salt and black pepper – to taste, vegetable oil – for frying Cooking: Boil chicken with bay leaves and black pepper. Set aside the broth...
Seven things to do on seven days of the Pancake Week or Masliana in Ukraine
Masliana, one of the oldest and most favorite holidays of Slavic people, is coming soon. This yummy and incredibly nourishing holiday lasts for a whole week, right before the beginning of the Great Lent. Today Masliana is one of the church holidays and is also called the Cheesefare Week, Butter Week, or Pancake week. The time of this old holiday is changed every year, and in 2019 Masliana is celebrated from March 4 (Monday) to March 10 (Sunday). People associate this holiday with tasty pancakes and joyful celebrations. The main...