Beer

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WiFi Available

Air conditioning

Free parking

Street Parking

Street parking

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My friend Marina, an Ukrainian native now living in Champaign, will be the chef du jour for this special event. We will cook up a four-course home-style Ukrainian dinner just for you. Marina will introduce you to Ukrainian culture and talk about the similarities and differences between Ukrainians and Russians. She will also share her childhood memories while living under Soviet rule. 100% of the net profits of this event will be donated to the Ukraine war effort.

Maximize your experience (optional): Watch the 2019 historical drama 'Mr. Jones' (currently streaming on Hulu, Prime Video, and Kanopy*), then join us for stimulating conversation about the movie and its themes during dinner.

• Prepare for a stimulating evening of good food, open bar, and engaging discussions 
• Dine with hosts who are passionate about ethnic food and international travel
• Enjoy a wonderful introduction to Ukrainian food, history and culture
• Have a wonderful time at Marina's unique mid-century modern house with like-minded foodies

*Kanopy is a free streaming service available in Champaign-Urbana via our local public libraries as well as the University of Illinois library.

Note: 100% of the net profits of this event will be donated to support Ukraine via RazomForUkraine.org

Dinner + A Movie: Ukraine

Champagne • charcuterie board

WELCOME toast

salmon roe • sour cream • vodka shots

Caviar with potato chips 

appetizer

beets • potatoes • cabbage • sour cream

Borscht

SOUP

boneless chicken breast filet • herbed butter • crispy crust

Chicken Kiev

Marina's cabbage salad

Kasha with mushrooms

MAIN COURSE

Apple Sharlotka Cake

DESSERT

house cocktail of the evening: Kiev Mule (vodka • ginger • blackcurrant)

Wine, beer, cocktails, digestifs

OPEN BAR

Russian

Spanish

Simplified Chinese

Traditional Chinese

English

French

Hebrew

Italian

Marina's House

I love to cook, but I love to eat more. And what I love to eat most are tasty ethnic dishes with interesting ingredients and potent flavors. My favorite pastime is trying new dishes in restaurants and then attempting to recreate them at home. I'm a curious foodie and an adventurous international culinary explorer who has traveled to 25 different countries (so far). 

Since retiring as a graphic design professor in 2019, I have been sharing my passion for ethnic cuisine by teaching cooking classes at our local food co-op and community centers around town. My next adventure is partnering with adventurous eaters from our community and hosting themed 'dinner party' pop-up events around Champaign-Urbana. For the latest updates, please subscribe to my email newsletter or visit my website: www.cooking-with-paul.com 