The mezhivo is an authentic Ukrainian dish. Besides the vegetable one, there is the fruit mezhivo. It will better compliment the alcoholic beverage but it should be made beforehand.

The pumpkin is a very beneficial product that is consumed almost all year long in Ukraine. The age-old Ukrainian pumpkin porridge is made with cereals; however the modern cookers use rice instead. Another contemporary complements to the porridge are raisins, dried pears, apricots and other dried fruits.

It is a light vegetables salad that will compliment any meat dish or garnish, and its preparation won’t take long.

This original salad boasts a good combination of proteins- and microelement-rich cauliflower, fresh cucumbers, tomatoes and juicy apples.