"My main message: we are already one. And in any uncertain situation, cook and eat Borsch. Because it’s about Ukraine. Was, is and will be.” --Love the way you wove all of this research together, and the recipe too! I have chills ❤️🩹
I used to live in Ukrainian Village and one of the things I love about the neighborhood is how everyone rallies together when they need it, without question, just immediate support and togetherness. It’s time for us to return the favor.
Hi, Jess, thanks for reading. Btw, I love your newsletter - I’m a native New Yorker and I am planning to read all your posts, I’m so behind on my reading, but I’m looking forward to learning more about life in Alaska :)
So heartbreaking what’s going on! Thanks for a timely, heartfelt post, Jolene! I’ve never until now thought making borscht might be an act of solidarity and a vote for democracy. I have Ukrainian friends here whose families are in peril in Kyiv and whose compatriots may lose their lives fighting to hold onto their country. It’s a tragedy. Thanks also for the mention of my piece on you.
It's heartbreaking and scary. My mother's parents were both from that area, and my mother often made Borsch with that big dollop of sour cream. I'm not a particular fan of beets, but I'd love to have a big bowl of Borsch now!
"My main message: we are already one. And in any uncertain situation, cook and eat Borsch. Because it’s about Ukraine. Was, is and will be.” --Love the way you wove all of this research together, and the recipe too! I have chills ❤️🩹
That quote of his got me too, Amanda 🥺Thanks so much, so glad we were in the same group!
I used to live in Ukrainian Village and one of the things I love about the neighborhood is how everyone rallies together when they need it, without question, just immediate support and togetherness. It’s time for us to return the favor.
Couldn’t agree more, Jennifer.
Frightening what is happening in the Ukraine. Thanks for your sensitive words.
Thanks, Vicki. Terrible.
Sensitive words indeed. A beautiful and timely post.
Beautiful post.
Thank you, Judy.
Thanks for sharing this. Food has a way of holding memories in a way that nothing else can.
Well said, Sarah.
Watching helplessly is so hard. Thanks for this.
Maddening.
You hit my heart with the title, on-wards.
Hi, Jess, thanks for reading. Btw, I love your newsletter - I’m a native New Yorker and I am planning to read all your posts, I’m so behind on my reading, but I’m looking forward to learning more about life in Alaska :)
belated reply, from one (one time!) new yorker to another!! <3
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So heartbreaking what’s going on! Thanks for a timely, heartfelt post, Jolene! I’ve never until now thought making borscht might be an act of solidarity and a vote for democracy. I have Ukrainian friends here whose families are in peril in Kyiv and whose compatriots may lose their lives fighting to hold onto their country. It’s a tragedy. Thanks also for the mention of my piece on you.
Such bravery and defiance. I’m so sorry to hear about your friends families, Ruth.
Sorry I was late on posting the piece! :)
Thanks, Jolene! I also am not a big fan of beets, but I may try to make and like borscht as an act of solidarity! 🤞
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It's heartbreaking and scary. My mother's parents were both from that area, and my mother often made Borsch with that big dollop of sour cream. I'm not a particular fan of beets, but I'd love to have a big bowl of Borsch now!
Hi, Joan. I’ll be joining you for a bowl! Do you have their recipe?
Thanks for the borsch, Jolene. Thanks for the words, and buona domenica https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sp2oxWdRMuk
And thank you for the beautiful music from Estonia :)
Thank you for this meaningful and symbolic post Jolene 🫂 #FreeUkraine 🇺🇦
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The news is devastating. Thank you for shining a light on this chef. And thank you for the kind mention xo
I’m happy to see chef still posting daily. Also: I’m about to read your newsletter right now, such a Sunday treat :)
No recipe- my mother never used a recipe except for baking and then she deviated!
Like all the best cooks ❤️
Pride and Defiance ... nice -- Putin will succed 'when the Pyramid moves'
It’s amazing to watch such courage. Love ya, Ed ❤️
Thank you, Jolene. A heartbreaking, senseless situation.
Senseless is the perfect word, Pam. (And heartbreaking) Thanks for reading. :)