What must you try in Ukraine? Seven traditional dishes you'll love!

What must you try in Ukraine? Seven traditional dishes you'll love!

Travelling is not only about sightseeing, but also about.... tasting! Ukrainian cuisine is a combination of homely warmth, rich history and unforgettable flavours. Check out what to eat during your visit:

1. Ukrainian borscht (борщ)
Red, aromatic, made from beetroot - often served with a spoonful of cream and a piece of bread with garlic. There is no Ukraine without borscht!

2. Varenyky (вареники)
Ukrainian dumplings with a variety of fillings - from potatoes with onions, to cabbage, to sweet curd or cherries. Perfect for any time of day.

3. Holubci (голубці)
Stuffed cabbage leaves, filled with rice and meat, stewed in tomato sauce. A classic!

4. Pampuszky (пампушки)
Fluffy buns, often with garlic topping - usually served with borscht.

5. Kyiv cutlet (котлета по-київськи)
Legendary Kyiv cutlet - chicken breast with butter inside, breaded and fried golden.

6. Banosh (банош)
Traditional Hutsul dish from the Carpathian Mountains - corn porridge cooked in cream, often served with bryndza and cracklings.

7. Mediwnyk (медівник)
Ukrainian honey cake - moist, aromatic, perfect with coffee or tea.