Andrii Tkachenko
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16 September 2026What to pair with cheese: honey, fruit and wineSalty aged cheese pairs beautifully with honey or jam: the sweetness softens its sharp notes. Young creamy cheeses go better with fresh fruit. Pears, figs and grapes are universal companions for almos…
16 September 2026The pastry case: how to choose a dessert to go with coffeeStrong black coffee goes well with desserts of pronounced flavour: chocolate tarts, nut pastries or caramel. They are not lost next to the slightly bitter drink. Cappuccino or latte suits lighter dess…
15 September 2026How to choose chocolate as a gift without getting it wrongThe cocoa percentage shows the share of cocoa ingredients, not the taste. Those who like mildness will prefer milk or dark chocolate with a lower percentage; connoisseurs, bars from 70%. A shorter ing…
15 September 2026Honey cake at home: the secret of soft layersHoney makes dough tender and fragrant, but thin layers seem dry right after baking. That is normal: the real softness comes later. The assembled cake should rest somewhere cool for at least a night so…
24 August 2026Why the hall has no mirrored wallsThe mirrors were meant to show the reverse of objects without extra cases. The trial arrangement showed otherwise: silver in a mirror gives a double glare, and the relief vanishes in both reflections…
24 August 2026Why the cases stand at table heightThe usual case height is designed for a level gaze. Tableware is seen from above in real life — which is why Doroshenko insisted on lower plinths. The difference is immediate: the decoration on the pl…
24 August 2026Why the show has closed and the hall stayedThe exhibition was temporary, and most of it came down on schedule. But three cases — the measuring vessels, the makitra and the spoons — were left in place. The museum says the reason is practical: t…
18 July 2026What's for dessert?A light finish that needs no hours at the stove. — Vasyl Palamar, artisan baking.
18 July 2026The story of one dishRoots of a recipe and its modern reading. — Vasyl Palamar, artisan baking.
18 July 2026Vasyl Palamar opens a new seasonA master of artisan baking unveils a refreshed menu. — Vasyl Palamar, artisan baking.
18 July 2026Dmytro Bondar: the taste of childhoodA recipe that returns you to the family kitchen. — Dmytro Bondar, pastry craft.
18 July 2026Dmytro Bondar on balancing flavoursSalt, acid, fat and heat — assembling a dish. — Dmytro Bondar, pastry craft.
18 July 2026Tip of the day from Dmytro BondarA small trick that changes the result. — Dmytro Bondar, pastry craft.
18 July 2026Olena Matvienko shares plansUpcoming events, collaborations and new dishes. — Olena Matvienko, signature cuisine.
18 July 2026Olena Matvienko breaks down common beginner slipsOlena Matvienko breaks down common beginner slips. — Olena Matvienko, signature cuisine.
18 July 2026A masterclass with Olena MatvienkoA hands-on signature cuisine practicum, step by step. — Olena Matvienko, signature cuisine.
17 June 2026Good news: Inna Palitra's work has been recognisedGood news: Inna Palitra's work has been recognised. Follow Inna Palitra on Play Ukraine — more delicious stories are coming.
17 June 2026Inna Palitra on the equipment you can't do withoutInna Palitra on the equipment you can't do without. Follow Inna Palitra on Play Ukraine — more delicious stories are coming.
17 June 2026Inna Palitra at a food festivalImpressions, new acquaintances and a dish that drew a queue. Follow Inna Palitra on Play Ukraine — more delicious stories are coming.
17 June 2026Inna Palitra suggests what to put in your basket right nowInna Palitra suggests what to put in your basket right now. Follow Inna Palitra on Play Ukraine — more delicious stories are coming.
17 June 2026Good news: Taras Dehustator's work has been recognisedGood news: Taras Dehustator's work has been recognised. Follow Taras Dehustator on Play Ukraine — more delicious stories are coming.
17 June 2026Taras Dehustator on the equipment you can't do withoutTaras Dehustator on the equipment you can't do without. Follow Taras Dehustator on Play Ukraine — more delicious stories are coming.
17 June 2026Taras Dehustator at a food festivalImpressions, new acquaintances and a dish that drew a queue. Follow Taras Dehustator on Play Ukraine — more delicious stories are coming.
17 June 2026Taras Dehustator suggests what to put in your basket right nowTaras Dehustator suggests what to put in your basket right now. Follow Taras Dehustator on Play Ukraine — more delicious stories are coming.
17 June 2026Good news: Olena Hurman's work has been recognisedGood news: Olena Hurman's work has been recognised. Follow Olena Hurman on Play Ukraine — more delicious stories are coming.
17 June 2026Olena Hurman on the equipment you can't do withoutOlena Hurman on the equipment you can't do without. Follow Olena Hurman on Play Ukraine — more delicious stories are coming.
17 June 2026Olena Hurman at a food festivalImpressions, new acquaintances and a dish that drew a queue. Follow Olena Hurman on Play Ukraine — more delicious stories are coming.
17 June 2026Olena Hurman suggests what to put in your basket right nowOlena Hurman suggests what to put in your basket right now. Follow Olena Hurman on Play Ukraine — more delicious stories are coming.
17 June 2026Good news: Yaroslav Smakovyi's work has been recognisedGood news: Yaroslav Smakovyi's work has been recognised. Follow Yaroslav Smakovyi on Play Ukraine — more delicious stories are coming.
17 June 2026Yaroslav Smakovyi on the equipment you can't do withoutYaroslav Smakovyi on the equipment you can't do without. Follow Yaroslav Smakovyi on Play Ukraine — more delicious stories are coming.
17 June 2026Yaroslav Smakovyi at a food festivalImpressions, new acquaintances and a dish that drew a queue. Follow Yaroslav Smakovyi on Play Ukraine — more delicious stories are coming.
17 June 2026Yaroslav Smakovyi suggests what to put in your basket right nowYaroslav Smakovyi suggests what to put in your basket right now. Follow Yaroslav Smakovyi on Play Ukraine — more delicious stories are coming.
17 June 2026Good news: Nataliia Fermentovana's work has been recognisedGood news: Nataliia Fermentovana's work has been recognised. Follow Nataliia Fermentovana on Play Ukraine — more delicious stories are coming.
17 June 2026Nataliia Fermentovana on the equipment you can't do withoutNataliia Fermentovana on the equipment you can't do without. Follow Nataliia Fermentovana on Play Ukraine — more delicious stories are coming.
17 June 2026Nataliia Fermentovana at a food festivalImpressions, new acquaintances and a dish that drew a queue. Follow Nataliia Fermentovana on Play Ukraine — more delicious stories are coming.
17 June 2026Yuliia Bobova shows how to choose the best produceYuliia Bobova shows how to choose the best produce. Follow Yuliia Bobova on Play Ukraine — more delicious stories are coming.
17 June 2026How to make a favourite dish lighter — tips from Yuliia BobovaHow to make a favourite dish lighter — tips from Yuliia Bobova. Follow Yuliia Bobova on Play Ukraine — more delicious stories are coming.
17 June 2026How Yuliia Bobova reimagines the classics of regional dishesHow Yuliia Bobova reimagines the classics of regional dishes. Follow Yuliia Bobova on Play Ukraine — more delicious stories are coming.
17 June 2026Yuliia Bobova: a philosophy of tasteOn respect for the produce, seasonality and the honest taste of Ukrainian cuisine. Follow Yuliia Bobova on Play Ukraine — more delicious stories are coming.
17 June 2026Denys Triufelnyi shows how to choose the best produceDenys Triufelnyi shows how to choose the best produce. Follow Denys Triufelnyi on Play Ukraine — more delicious stories are coming.
17 June 2026How to make a favourite dish lighter — tips from Denys TriufelnyiHow to make a favourite dish lighter — tips from Denys Triufelnyi. Follow Denys Triufelnyi on Play Ukraine — more delicious stories are coming.
17 June 2026How Denys Triufelnyi reimagines the classics of regional dishesHow Denys Triufelnyi reimagines the classics of regional dishes. Follow Denys Triufelnyi on Play Ukraine — more delicious stories are coming.
17 June 2026Denys Triufelnyi: a philosophy of tasteOn respect for the produce, seasonality and the honest taste of Ukrainian cuisine. Follow Denys Triufelnyi on Play Ukraine — more delicious stories are coming.
17 June 2026Viktoriia Praline shows how to choose the best produceViktoriia Praline shows how to choose the best produce. Follow Viktoriia Praline on Play Ukraine — more delicious stories are coming.
17 June 2026How to make a favourite dish lighter — tips from Viktoriia PralineHow to make a favourite dish lighter — tips from Viktoriia Praline. Follow Viktoriia Praline on Play Ukraine — more delicious stories are coming.
17 June 2026How Viktoriia Praline reimagines the classics of regional dishesHow Viktoriia Praline reimagines the classics of regional dishes. Follow Viktoriia Praline on Play Ukraine — more delicious stories are coming.
17 June 2026Viktoriia Praline: a philosophy of tasteOn respect for the produce, seasonality and the honest taste of Ukrainian cuisine. Follow Viktoriia Praline on Play Ukraine — more delicious stories are coming.
17 June 2026Artem Kakaovyi shows how to choose the best produceArtem Kakaovyi shows how to choose the best produce. Follow Artem Kakaovyi on Play Ukraine — more delicious stories are coming.
17 June 2026How to make a favourite dish lighter — tips from Artem KakaovyiHow to make a favourite dish lighter — tips from Artem Kakaovyi. Follow Artem Kakaovyi on Play Ukraine — more delicious stories are coming.
17 June 2026How Artem Kakaovyi reimagines the classics of regional dishesHow Artem Kakaovyi reimagines the classics of regional dishes. Follow Artem Kakaovyi on Play Ukraine — more delicious stories are coming.
17 June 2026Artem Kakaovyi: a philosophy of tasteOn respect for the produce, seasonality and the honest taste of Ukrainian cuisine. Follow Artem Kakaovyi on Play Ukraine — more delicious stories are coming.
17 June 2026Zoriana Palianytsia invites a colleague for a joint dishZoriana Palianytsia invites a colleague for a joint dish. Follow Zoriana Palianytsia on Play Ukraine — more delicious stories are coming.
17 June 2026Unexpected combinations recommended by Zoriana PalianytsiaUnexpected combinations recommended by Zoriana Palianytsia. Follow Zoriana Palianytsia on Play Ukraine — more delicious stories are coming.
17 June 2026A day with Zoriana Palianytsia: from the market to the finished dishA day with Zoriana Palianytsia: from the market to the finished dish. Follow Zoriana Palianytsia on Play Ukraine — more delicious stories are coming.
17 June 2026Zoriana Palianytsia opens a new seasonA master of sourdough and baking unveils a refreshed menu and seasonal plans. Follow Zoriana Palianytsia on Play Ukraine — more delicious stories are coming.
17 June 2026Yurii Pekarnyi invites a colleague for a joint dishYurii Pekarnyi invites a colleague for a joint dish. Follow Yurii Pekarnyi on Play Ukraine — more delicious stories are coming.
17 June 2026Unexpected combinations recommended by Yurii PekarnyiUnexpected combinations recommended by Yurii Pekarnyi. Follow Yurii Pekarnyi on Play Ukraine — more delicious stories are coming.
17 June 2026A day with Yurii Pekarnyi: from the market to the finished dishA day with Yurii Pekarnyi: from the market to the finished dish. Follow Yurii Pekarnyi on Play Ukraine — more delicious stories are coming.
17 June 2026Yurii Pekarnyi opens a new seasonA master of sourdough and baking unveils a refreshed menu and seasonal plans. Follow Yurii Pekarnyi on Play Ukraine — more delicious stories are coming.
17 June 2026Mariia Zakvasna invites a colleague for a joint dishMariia Zakvasna invites a colleague for a joint dish. Follow Mariia Zakvasna on Play Ukraine — more delicious stories are coming.
17 June 2026Unexpected combinations recommended by Mariia ZakvasnaUnexpected combinations recommended by Mariia Zakvasna. Follow Mariia Zakvasna on Play Ukraine — more delicious stories are coming.
17 June 2026A day with Mariia Zakvasna: from the market to the finished dishA day with Mariia Zakvasna: from the market to the finished dish. Follow Mariia Zakvasna on Play Ukraine — more delicious stories are coming.
17 June 2026Mariia Zakvasna opens a new seasonA master of sourdough and baking unveils a refreshed menu and seasonal plans. Follow Mariia Zakvasna on Play Ukraine — more delicious stories are coming.
17 June 2026Stepan Khlibnyi invites a colleague for a joint dishStepan Khlibnyi invites a colleague for a joint dish. Follow Stepan Khlibnyi on Play Ukraine — more delicious stories are coming.
17 June 2026Unexpected combinations recommended by Stepan KhlibnyiUnexpected combinations recommended by Stepan Khlibnyi. Follow Stepan Khlibnyi on Play Ukraine — more delicious stories are coming.
17 June 2026A day with Stepan Khlibnyi: from the market to the finished dishA day with Stepan Khlibnyi: from the market to the finished dish. Follow Stepan Khlibnyi on Play Ukraine — more delicious stories are coming.
17 June 2026Stepan Khlibnyi opens a new seasonA master of sourdough and baking unveils a refreshed menu and seasonal plans. Follow Stepan Khlibnyi on Play Ukraine — more delicious stories are coming.
17 June 2026Why details decide everything — Nataliia Medova's viewWhy details decide everything — Nataliia Medova's view. Follow Nataliia Medova on Play Ukraine — more delicious stories are coming.
17 June 2026Nataliia Medova tells where a favourite recipe came fromNataliia Medova tells where a favourite recipe came from. Follow Nataliia Medova on Play Ukraine — more delicious stories are coming.
17 June 2026Nataliia Medova shares the basics where mastery beginsNataliia Medova shares the basics where mastery begins. Follow Nataliia Medova on Play Ukraine — more delicious stories are coming.
17 June 2026Tip of the day from Nataliia MedovaA small trick that changes the result — simple and homely. Follow Nataliia Medova on Play Ukraine — more delicious stories are coming.
17 June 2026Why details decide everything — Iryna Kremova's viewWhy details decide everything — Iryna Kremova's view. Follow Iryna Kremova on Play Ukraine — more delicious stories are coming.
17 June 2026Iryna Kremova tells where a favourite recipe came fromIryna Kremova tells where a favourite recipe came from. Follow Iryna Kremova on Play Ukraine — more delicious stories are coming.
17 June 2026Iryna Kremova shares the basics where mastery beginsIryna Kremova shares the basics where mastery begins. Follow Iryna Kremova on Play Ukraine — more delicious stories are coming.
17 June 2026Tip of the day from Iryna KremovaA small trick that changes the result — simple and homely. Follow Iryna Kremova on Play Ukraine — more delicious stories are coming.
17 June 2026Why details decide everything — Oksana Tortova's viewWhy details decide everything — Oksana Tortova's view. Follow Oksana Tortova on Play Ukraine — more delicious stories are coming.
17 June 2026Oksana Tortova tells where a favourite recipe came fromOksana Tortova tells where a favourite recipe came from. Follow Oksana Tortova on Play Ukraine — more delicious stories are coming.
17 June 2026Oksana Tortova shares the basics where mastery beginsOksana Tortova shares the basics where mastery begins. Follow Oksana Tortova on Play Ukraine — more delicious stories are coming.
17 June 2026Tip of the day from Oksana TortovaA small trick that changes the result — simple and homely. Follow Oksana Tortova on Play Ukraine — more delicious stories are coming.
17 June 2026Andrii Pryklad shares the ideas being worked onAndrii Pryklad shares the ideas being worked on. Follow Andrii Pryklad on Play Ukraine — more delicious stories are coming.
17 June 2026Andrii Pryklad shares family recipes for winterAndrii Pryklad shares family recipes for winter. Follow Andrii Pryklad on Play Ukraine — more delicious stories are coming.
17 June 2026Andrii Pryklad answers guests' most frequent questionsAndrii Pryklad answers guests' most frequent questions. Follow Andrii Pryklad on Play Ukraine — more delicious stories are coming.
17 June 2026Why details decide everything — Kateryna Zirochka's viewWhy details decide everything — Kateryna Zirochka's view. Follow Kateryna Zirochka on Play Ukraine — more delicious stories are coming.
17 June 2026Kateryna Zirochka tells where a favourite recipe came fromKateryna Zirochka tells where a favourite recipe came from. Follow Kateryna Zirochka on Play Ukraine — more delicious stories are coming.
17 June 2026Kateryna Zirochka shares the basics where mastery beginsKateryna Zirochka shares the basics where mastery begins. Follow Kateryna Zirochka on Play Ukraine — more delicious stories are coming.
17 June 2026Olesia Vehanska shares the ideas being worked onOlesia Vehanska shares the ideas being worked on. Follow Olesia Vehanska on Play Ukraine — more delicious stories are coming.
17 June 2026Olesia Vehanska shares family recipes for winterOlesia Vehanska shares family recipes for winter. Follow Olesia Vehanska on Play Ukraine — more delicious stories are coming.
17 June 2026Olesia Vehanska answers guests' most frequent questionsOlesia Vehanska answers guests' most frequent questions. Follow Olesia Vehanska on Play Ukraine — more delicious stories are coming.
17 June 2026Good news: Ivan Hrylmaister's work has been recognisedGood news: Ivan Hrylmaister's work has been recognised. Follow Ivan Hrylmaister on Play Ukraine — more delicious stories are coming.
17 June 2026Ivan Hrylmaister on the equipment you can't do withoutIvan Hrylmaister on the equipment you can't do without. Follow Ivan Hrylmaister on Play Ukraine — more delicious stories are coming.
17 June 2026Ivan Hrylmaister at a food festivalImpressions, new acquaintances and a dish that drew a queue. Follow Ivan Hrylmaister on Play Ukraine — more delicious stories are coming.
17 June 2026Sofiia Shokoladna shows how to choose the best produceSofiia Shokoladna shows how to choose the best produce. Follow Sofiia Shokoladna on Play Ukraine — more delicious stories are coming.
17 June 2026How to make a favourite dish lighter — tips from Sofiia ShokoladnaHow to make a favourite dish lighter — tips from Sofiia Shokoladna. Follow Sofiia Shokoladna on Play Ukraine — more delicious stories are coming.
17 June 2026How Sofiia Shokoladna reimagines the classics of regional dishesHow Sofiia Shokoladna reimagines the classics of regional dishes. Follow Sofiia Shokoladna on Play Ukraine — more delicious stories are coming.
17 June 2026Hanna Pekarchuk invites a colleague for a joint dishHanna Pekarchuk invites a colleague for a joint dish. Follow Hanna Pekarchuk on Play Ukraine — more delicious stories are coming.
17 June 2026Unexpected combinations recommended by Hanna PekarchukUnexpected combinations recommended by Hanna Pekarchuk. Follow Hanna Pekarchuk on Play Ukraine — more delicious stories are coming.
17 June 2026Maryna Kondyterska invites a colleague for a joint dishMaryna Kondyterska invites a colleague for a joint dish. Follow Maryna Kondyterska on Play Ukraine — more delicious stories are coming.
17 June 2026Unexpected combinations recommended by Maryna KondyterskaUnexpected combinations recommended by Maryna Kondyterska. Follow Maryna Kondyterska on Play Ukraine — more delicious stories are coming.
17 June 2026Oleksandr Kovalchuk shows how to choose the best produceOleksandr Kovalchuk shows how to choose the best produce. Follow Oleksandr Kovalchuk on Play Ukraine — more delicious stories are coming.
17 June 2026How to make a favourite dish lighter — tips from Oleksandr KovalchukHow to make a favourite dish lighter — tips from Oleksandr Kovalchuk. Follow Oleksandr Kovalchuk on Play Ukraine — more delicious stories are coming.
17 June 2026How Oleksandr Kovalchuk reimagines the classics of regional dishesHow Oleksandr Kovalchuk reimagines the classics of regional dishes. Follow Oleksandr Kovalchuk on Play Ukraine — more delicious stories are coming.
17 June 2026Yevhen Klopotenko invites a colleague for a joint dishYevhen Klopotenko invites a colleague for a joint dish. Follow Yevhen Klopotenko on Play Ukraine — more delicious stories are coming.
17 June 2026Unexpected combinations recommended by Yevhen KlopotenkoUnexpected combinations recommended by Yevhen Klopotenko. Follow Yevhen Klopotenko on Play Ukraine — more delicious stories are coming.
8 April 2026Culinary journey through Ukraine by OlesiaOlesia shares professional secrets and recipes. Every dish is an art born from love for gastronomy and respect for traditions.
8 April 2026Traditional recipes with a new perspective by IvanIvan shares professional secrets and recipes. Every dish is an art born from love for gastronomy and respect for traditions.
8 April 2026Ingredients of the week: how to choose the best by OlenaOlena shares professional secrets and recipes. Every dish is an art born from love for gastronomy and respect for traditions.
8 April 2026Culinary journey through Ukraine by DmytroDmytro shares professional secrets and recipes. Every dish is an art born from love for gastronomy and respect for traditions.
8 April 2026Ingredients of the week: how to choose the best by NataliiaNataliia shares professional secrets and recipes. Every dish is an art born from love for gastronomy and respect for traditions.
8 April 2026Traditional recipes with a new perspective by AndriiAndrii shares professional secrets and recipes. Every dish is an art born from love for gastronomy and respect for traditions.
8 April 2026Traditional recipes with a new perspective by SofiiaSofiia shares professional secrets and recipes. Every dish is an art born from love for gastronomy and respect for traditions.
8 April 2026Ingredients of the week: how to choose the best by KaterynaKateryna shares professional secrets and recipes. Every dish is an art born from love for gastronomy and respect for traditions.
8 April 2026Culinary journey through Ukraine by HannaHanna shares professional secrets and recipes. Every dish is an art born from love for gastronomy and respect for traditions.
30 March 2026Seasonal IngredientsAndrii Pryklad shares insights on seasonal ingredients.
30 March 2026Secrets of Perfect Borsch by Ivan HrylmaisterIvan Hrylmaister shares signature techniques for balancing broth, vegetables and spices in home cuisine.
30 March 2026Secrets of Perfect Borsch by Hanna PekarchukHanna Pekarchuk shares signature techniques for balancing broth, vegetables and spices in home cuisine.
30 March 2026How to Pair Wine with Meat: Guide by Maryna KondyterskaMaryna Kondyterska explains how to match meat dishes with white, rosé and red wines, considering sauces, cooking methods and seasonality.
8 February 2026Hanna Pekarchuk: 'Natural-leaven bread is a political stance'Hanna Pekarchuk comes out to meet me at the Petrus baking workshop on Syrets at 4:30 a.m. — the most intense time of her working day. The team of six bakers prepares about 600 loaves of various kinds.…
7 January 2026Kateryna Zirochka: 'Ukrainian Michelin — not a matter of a year, but of a decade'Kateryna Zirochka — chef of the Kyiv project Zirochka (opened 2024) — was educated in Bordeaux and Lausanne, worked at Le Bristol Paris for three years. In 2024 she returned to Kyiv and opened her own…
3 January 2026Yevhen Klopotenko: 'The Ukrainian cookbook of 2030 is already being written'Our second conversation with Yevhen Klopotenko — at the height of work on a collective Ukrainian gastronomic book 'Ukraine 2030'. This is a project in which 23 Ukrainian chefs, ethnographers, and culi…
