Ukrainian chef Yevhen Klopotenko fights to preserve his country's culinary heritage amid war.

Ukrainian chef Yevhen Klopotenko, known as a "culinary independence fighter," is dedicated to preserving and promoting traditional Ukrainian cuisine. He successfully campaigned to have borsch, a traditional meaty beet stew, listed as cultural heritage on UNESCO's list. Klopotenko has authored a cookbook, "The Authentic Ukrainian Kitchen," and opened a pop-up restaurant in Lviv during the Russian invasion, providing meals for refugees. Despite the war, he remains optimistic and continues to share Ukrainian culture through his cooking and YouTube channel.

November 10, 2024
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