The Alberta Retired Teachers’ Association (ARTA) shines a spotlight on the cultural exchange between longtime Ukrainian Canadians and recent Ukrainian newcomers at DON’YA Ukraine’s Kitchen. The article explores how food can both highlight differences and unite generations.
In “A Taste of Home, Away from Home”, ARTA’s Robert Michon visits DON’YA Ukraine’s Kitchen to explore how food connects Ukrainian Canadians with newcomers fleeing war. Featuring ARTA members Gordon and Cathie Gordey, the article shares a beautiful moment of cultural exchange as they join DON’YA’s newcomer chefs in pinching varenyky (not “perogies”!) together.
What begins as a conversation about dumplings reveals deeper layers of difference—regional traditions, ingredients, even allergies. But those differences are outweighed by shared pride, values, and a love for passing on food heritage to the next generation.
Quotes from DON’YA’s kitchen manager Natalia Vynohradova and a traditional soup recipe from the team illustrate how Ukrainian identity continues to evolve—and how community kitchens like DON’YA’s are bridging cultures with every plate.
This heartwarming story is a testament to how food keeps heritage alive while building new connections in Canada.
For the full story: https://read.arta.net/p30
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