Pyrohy Stuffing

Pyrohy Stuffing – Did you know? Pyrohy can have a big assortment of stuffing’s. They can be anything from mashed potatoes with mushrooms and fried onions, sauerkraut, minced meat and even cherries! The sweet version of varenyky with a fruit filling is usually served with sour cream and honey or brown sugar, and is a…

Borshch is Ukrainian

Borshch is Ukrainian

Borshch is Ukrainian – Did you know? Over the years, many countries have laid claim to borshch as their own and make their own versions, but really borshch is Ukrainian! To recognize this, borshch is due to be added to the list of intangible cultural heritage of humanity by UNESCO, to acknowledge borshch as part…

Breadbasket of Europe

Breadbasket of Europe – Did you know? Often referred to as the “breadbasket of Europe”, Ukrainian cuisine reflects the importance of wheat and grain to the Ukrainian people. The majority of Ukrainian dishes descend from ancient dishes based on plentiful grain resources such as rye, as well as staple vegetables such as potato, cabbages, mushrooms and…