Ukrainian Food Flair

This cookbook celebrates the vibrant culinary heritage of Sylvia Molnar, a beloved educator and well-known figure on Vancouver’s culinary scene.

Within these pages is a treasury of genuine Ukrainian recipes—a heartfelt tribute to Sylvia’s memory. As you delve into these recipes, you’ll feel her love for her Ukrainian heritage, her fond memories of growing up in Vancouver’s Point Grey area, and her lifelong passion for discovering and creating new recipes.

From classrooms to TV sets and radio waves, throughout her life Sylvia generously shared her cooking tips and recipes with students, viewers, and listeners alike.

Whether you're a seasoned chef or a novice in the kitchen, Ukrainian Food Flair provides step-by-step instructions that demystify the cooking process, making the art of Ukrainian cooking accessible to all. The cookbook also shares stories of Sylvia’s culinary journey, offering a glimpse into the past with a modern sensibility.

Ukrainian Food Flair is more than just a cookbook. It’s a bridge between past and present, celebrating a culinary heritage that is both distinctly Ukrainian and uniquely west coast Canadian. It is a tribute to Sylvia Molnar's life, her passion for cooking, and her gift of sharing that passion with the world.