Exploring Ukrainian Cuisine

9th GradeSocial Studies45 min

aligned to Ccss Ccss. Ela-literacy.rh.9-10.2

Learning Objective

I can describe the key ingredients and dishes of Ukrainian cuisine.

Lesson Flow

Watch Video

6 min

$8 Plates Of Ukrainian Food In NYC Are Hidden In A Chiropractor's Basement

Insider Food

Guided Notes

9 min

Key concepts students will learn:

  • Streecha is a Ukrainian kitchen located in the basement of a chiropractor's office that serves dishes like varenyky, borscht, and stuffed cabbage.

  • The Ukrainian dumplings, also known as varenyky or pierogi, are made with a dough filled with potato, onion, cheese, butter, salt, and black pepper.

  • Dmytro, the head of the kitchen at Streecha, came to New York from Eastern Ukraine to escape the conflict and found a second home by cooking traditional dishes and creating a space for community.

Practice

14 min

10 questions • Multiple choice & Short answer

Exit Ticket

5 min

Name three main dishes of Ukrainian cuisine that are served at Streecha, according to the video.

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