Pancakes made of cottage cheese with seasonal fruits

Classic taste of homeland: a festive blend of tender vegetables, chicken, and creamy dressing

Legendary hearty beet soup enriched with tender beef and vegetables, served with sour cream

In a classic Odesa courtyard, the aroma of roasted eggplants travels faster than gossip. The moment the tray hits the oven, the neighbors already know: something delicious is coming. To the eggplants, we add sweet peppers, garlic, and onion — all blended into a silky, fragrant spread. All you need is fresh bread and a generous smear — and stopping after the first bite is nearly impossible.

There’s a saying in Odesa: “A pâté is only good when there isn’t enough bread to go with it.” Ours fits the bill perfectly. Tender chicken liver, sautéed carrots and onions, a touch of butter — whipped into a smooth, airy spread with a hint of peppery spice. It’s the kind of pâté you’ll keep coming back for.

n Odesa, they say: “If there’s mandzha in the house, no one goes hungry.” This isn’t just a vegetable spread — it’s the taste of summer itself. Roasted eggplants, sweet bell peppers, tomatoes in their own juice, and just a touch of spice — all slowly stewed until tender. It’s eaten the home-style way: spread generously on a slice of bread, or simply enjoyed by the spoonful.