Traditional recipe for festive Lviv cheesecake

  Lviv syrnyk (cheesecake) is renowned as a delightful and remarkable dish. Its appeal extends from being a delightful standalone dessert, perfect for a cozy tea party or a birthday celebration, to a customary finale at the Ukrainian Christmas table. Undoubtedly, it stands as a versatile and sophisticated feast-worthy treat! The classic cheesecake might have an interesting origin — it's believed to be an everyday adaptation of cheese paska, typically served during Easter. Both share common ingredients and cooking methods. The significant distinction lies in their purpose — paska is...

Delish Lviv chocolate. Why it is so popular all over the world?

Lviv is a chocolate kingdom of Ukraine. Each person opens this city in his/her own way. This is the place where even the most sophisticated gourmands can find paradise. Since the Middle Ages this legendary lion city is famed for its developed sweets industry, which impresses even those who feel no concern for confectionery. The chocolate traditions go back to the beginning of the XIX century, when Dominik Andreolli, Swiss by origin, has brought the mystery of chocolate preparation and opened the first chocolate house in Lviv. This sweet shop...