The history of borscht: from grandmother's pot to world fame
Yo, borscht generation! Ready to immerse yourself in a historical journey? Today we will reveal to you the secrets of our favorite borscht and find out how it became a world star.
Borscht: an ancient hipster
Although the exact age of borscht is unknown, archaeologists are finding more and more evidence that our ancestors cooked something similar to borscht in ancient times. Then it was a kind of soup made of various vegetables, which was cooked over a campfire.
From the peasant hut to the royal table
Over time, borscht became an integral part of Ukrainian cuisine. It was cooked in every peasant house, and later also in wealthy homes. Different variations of this dish appeared even on the royal table.
Borscht is not just food, it is culture
Borscht is not just a set of products cooked in one pot. This is a whole culture with its own traditions, rituals and even secrets. Each hostess had her own secret ingredient that made her borscht special.
Borscht in the struggle for independence
During the struggle for independence, borscht became a symbol of Ukrainian identity. He united people, reminded them of common roots and gave them strength in the struggle for their land.
The world fame of borscht
Today, borscht is known far beyond the borders of Ukraine. It is prepared in restaurants all over the world, and food bloggers compete for the best recipe.
Why is borscht so cool?
- Versatility: borscht can be eaten for breakfast, lunch and dinner. It is suitable both for a festive table and for an everyday lunch.
- Taste: the taste of borscht depends on many factors: from the variety of beets to the set of spices. But one thing is constant - it is always delicious!
- Benefits: borscht is rich in vitamins, minerals and fiber. This is a real superfood!
- Cultural heritage: borscht is part of our history, traditions and culture.
Borscht in UNESCO
Who would have thought that our favorite crimson soup has become a world star? Yes, yes, Ukrainian borscht, our signature dish, was officially included in the list of intangible cultural heritage of UNESCO in 2022! It's like winning an Oscar for the most delicious soup in the world.
Why is borscht so cool?
As diverse as your playlist: Every grandma, every mom, every dad has their own secret borscht recipe. Therefore, each plate is a unique masterpiece.
- Historical background. Borscht is not just food, it is our history. It was on the tables of our ancestors, it survived wars and revolutions, and now it is the star of world gastronomy.
- Brings everyone together. No matter what region you are from, what your taste in music is or what your favorite TV series is, at the borscht table we are all one big family.
- Superfood. Borscht is not only tasty, but also useful. It has a lot of vitamins, minerals and just a crazy amount of taste.
UNESCO has had its say
Including borscht in the UNESCO list is like giving it the official label "The Coolest Soup in the World". This means that our culture, our traditions are recognized at the international level. This is our cultural code, which is now known all over the world.
What's next?
And further - only cooler! Borscht will become even more popular, new original recipes will appear, and we will continue to be proud of our cultural heritage.
What can you do?
- Cook borscht. let the whole world know how you can cook the most delicious borscht.
- Tell about borscht: tell your friends, foreigners about our national pride.
- Support Ukrainian producers: buy Ukrainian products to support our economy.
Do you know what the best addition to borscht is? Of course, fresh lard! It is a combination of tastes that is passed down from generation to generation.
And so that you can always show your passion for borscht, visit our website. Here you will find cool clothes with a print of borscht and bread with lard. Imagine: you are wearing a t-shirt with borscht, and on your back - crispy bread with aromatic lard. It's not just clothes, it's a lifestyle!
Borscht is not just food, it is our identity. Let's preserve and increase this heritage together!
