25 Ukrainian Christmas Eve Supper

One of the charming traditions of Ukrainian Christmas Eve Supper, known as 'Sviata Vecheria', is the serving of twelve Lenten dishes. This book showcases popular recipes for dishes traditionally enjoyed in different regions of Ukraine. It features a mix of well-known ancient recipes and newly rediscovered ones, all of which are traditional Sviata Vecheria recipes. The dishes highlighted in this book are typically found on a villager's table and are often made from homegrown ingredients. The complexity and cooking techniques of the dishes range from simple recipes with just a few ingredients to more elaborate and delicious masterpieces.

With over 60 recipes, this book makes it easy for cooks to select their twelve dishes for Christmas Eve supper. The book and each chapter provide interesting insights into the rituals and customs associated with this special meal in Ukraine. Photographs and illustrations accompany the text, and a comprehensive glossary offers additional information about traditional Ukrainian dishes.

In 2016, an e-version of Ukrainian Christmas Eve Supper: Traditional Village Recipes for Sviata Vecheria launched 'Tradition on a Plate', a series of recipe collections for traditional Ukrainian festive seasons. This is the second edition of the book.