- December 7, 2024
- 3:43 pm
- Israel
On December 13, 2024, a unique event will be held in Tel Aviv: a lecture on Ukrainian cooking and a master class on making kulesh.
The organizers are “Ukrainian Cultural Center near Tel Aviv“ And “Historical Arsenal: Zustrich and lectures with Irina Sakhno“.
“On December 13, we will have a unique opportunity to take a culinary journey into the era of the Hetmanate together with the author of the best-selling book of the same name (note, the scientific work became a bestseller!) Alexey Sokirko, candidate of historical sciences, associate professor at Taras Shevchenko University of Kyiv.
We will learn about the elite old Ukrainian cuisine (not only Cossack and peasant), about its influence on the modern diet of Ukrainians and other peoples, including Jews. Let’s get acquainted with ancient Ukrainian recipes and even try something,” write the organizers.
“Let us remember that cuisine is not just food, it is a socio-economic cross-section and a cultural mirror, it is identity and history.”
History of the dish: culinary heritage of Ukraine
Kulish is a traditional dish of Ukrainian cuisine, which was once prepared by the Cossacks during their campaigns. The main ingredients – millet, water, lard, onion and garlic – made this dish satisfying and easy to prepare on the go. Later, kulesh became part of home cooking, and its recipes varied depending on the region. For example, in some areas potatoes, meat or even fish were added.
Interestingly, the recipe for kulesh has something in common with the cuisines of other nations. Similar dishes are found in Belarusian, Polish and even Jewish culinary traditions.
Event at the Ukrainian Cultural Center in Tel Aviv
The organizers invite you to a meeting where you can:
- Online meeting with Alexey Sokirko and discussion of the book “Culinary journey to the Hetmanate”. Now it’s difficult to find it for sale online, but you can still look for it in Ukrainian bookstores: link to book.
- Master class on making kulesh.
- Watching a cartoon about the Cossacks.
The event will take place on December 13, 2024 at the Ukrainian Cultural Center in Tel Aviv (ירמיהו 22, 6259406 תל אביב – יפו, ישראל). The organizers are supported by the Ukrainian Embassy in Israel.
Why is this interesting for Israeli audiences?
For Israelis with Ukrainian roots or interested in the culture of the region, this event will become a bridge between the two nations. After all, cooking is not only food, but also a reflection of historical ties and the exchange of traditions.
Questions about cultural identity and the history of cuisine are relevant in both countries, where food occupies an important place in the culture. For example, kulesh, despite its simplicity, is a symbol of the resilience and self-identification of the Ukrainian people, just as traditional Israeli dishes connect generations.
Quotes from the organizer
“The kitchen is a mirror of the nation, its identity and historical memory. We are pleased to present kulish as part of the rich heritage of Ukraine”say the organizers.
How to sign up?
Registration for the event is required. You can leave a request via this link.
More details from the organizers – https://www.facebook.com/events/953075343401289
The meeting is chaired by Candidate of Historical Sciences Irina Sakhno
@Ukrainian Cultural Center in Tel Aviv, st. Jeremiah 22. The event is supported by the Embassy of Ukraine in the State of Israel.
Event partner – Cinema club “Filmed in Ukraine”.
Date and time: December 13, 2024, 11:30.
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