Christmas kalach holds a significant place in Ukrainian Christmas celebrations. The traditional table for this occasion calls for 12 dishes (representing the apostles and months of the year); this holiday pastry with a distinct Ukrainian identity is essential among them.
Bread for Ukrainians is not only an integral part of the meal but also a national heritage. It is called "God's gift," "breadwinner," and "holy" and is perceived as a symbol of life. Therefore, bread is not only an everyday food product...
In Ukraine bread is the symbol of life. Since ancient times it was highly honored. Ukrainians call the bread “saint/holy”, “gift from above”, “father”, “breadwinner”, and “head.” In Ukraine none important event happens without bread.
Symbolizing life in rituals and traditions, bread has been...
There is a tradition in Ukraine to present kalach when visiting relatives and friends during Christmas and New Year holidays.
Of course, there is a wide choice in shops. However there is nothing like flavorful, golden, and sweet homemade kalach. Real kalach is that...
