Category Archives: About Ukraine

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Interesting facts about Ukrainian pich (stove)

The masonry stove is the ancestor of modern microwaves and ovens, and the Ukrainian pich is not only a stove where Ukrainians cooked food (in fact some Ukrainians in villages prepare food in pich even now) but a cultural heritage and Read more

Ukrainian bread in the Hutsul culture

 

The Hutsuls is an ethnic group living in Romania and the western part of Ukraine - Carpathians. They have made a major contribution to the culture and national cuisine of Ukraine and are known as the creators of simple but special dishes. It...

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Deep meaning behind Ukrainian beads

Namysto (necklace in Ukrainian) is a traditional women's jewelry worn by ancient and modern Ukrainian women. Such names as “busy” (beads), “monysto”, “bisery”, and “korali” were popular among Ukrainians. This variety of names means that such jewelry as beads was already...

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Borshchiv Embroidery – Ukrainian masterpiece

Embroidery holds a special place in the heart of every Ukrainian. Embroidered clothing and accessories are worn for weekends and workdays. Apart from clothing, Ukrainians embroider pillows, towels, and many other household items. The embroidery has a deep hidden meaning and at the...

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What dishes were on the Ukrainian table over 100 years ago?

 

Scientists believe the bulb onion, garlic, and rye to be the oldest products in Ukrainian lands. The same scientists are convinced that the ancient Ukrainian national cuisine was much healthier than the modern one since traditional dishes included lots of vegetables and cereals.

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