Varenyky is the classic Ukrainian national cuisine dish that has come down to Ukraine from ancient times without much foreign influence. Indispensable on the Ukrainian table, varenyky were more than just a dish – they served as a form of family communication and protection. Earlier, women and girls gathered to cook the dish, knead the dough, shape varenyky, and eat them together, all accompanied by jokes and songs. People believed that kneading the dough symbolized the process of creating the universe. It represented the profound role of women as mothers...
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Embrace Ukrainian vyshyvanka: 7 reasons to flaunt embroidered fashion
Embroidered clothes hold significant importance in Ukrainian culture, and women used to embroider a lot in their spare time. Embroidered home textiles symbolized a family’s prosperity and well-being, so people embroidered everything: shirts, towels, skirts, vests, belts, flags, tablecloths, and pillows. Today, while the number of skilled embroiderers has decreased, embroidered clothing is cherished – actually, the demand for it has only increased in recent years. If you are still contemplating buying a vyshyvanka (embroidered shirt) and wondering if it fits into everyday life, we will dispel all doubts for...
Chicken Kyiv: unveiling 3 irresistible recipes
Alongside borscht and varenyky, chicken Kyiv cutlet is one of the most well-known dishes of Ukrainian cuisine. Italians call it "gracious meat," the French refer to it as "airy chicken," and the Germans hail it as the "meat princess." The tender meat encased in crispy breading is on the menus of many upscale restaurants worldwide. Let us present 3 recipes for this classic dish to suit your taste. Read on to learn how to prepare the perfect chicken Kyiv – crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside. Flavorful...