Studying in Ukraine, the deliciousness of black bread is just a legend

[liuxue86.com] Provides study abroad news for Chinese students who are about to study abroad: "Studying in Ukraine, the delicious taste of black bread is just a legend" reported by Suzhou Daily on February 15.

Once upon a time, Ukraine was a strange and distant name to me. At least before I went to college, I never thought that I would study abroad in this East Slavic country. I only know that it was in a country in Eastern Europe. There was a football player named Shevchenko, and people there loved drinking vodka.

Nobility and elegance coexist in Kiev

Kiev, the capital of Ukraine, is the city where I studied and lived. Kievan Rus was the first kingdom established by the East Slavs. The beautiful Dnieper River flows here. There is a thin beach along the river, which attracts many people to swim here in the summer. There is also a nude beach where people can enjoy sunbathing. However, for those who are not yet completely open-minded, it is better not to get involved, lest they be seen as weirdos because they are wrapped up "too tightly".

Beside the river, there is also a hillside with a sculpture of Motherland. It is as iconic as the Statue of Liberty in the United States. In addition, there are Independence Square where the "Orange Revolution" took place, ancient churches, various European-style buildings, Andre's Slope where folk art is sold, and people in national costumes live and play there all year round. The working "Ethnic Village Museum" and so on fully embody the coexistence of nobility and elegance.

The "deliciousness" of black bread is a legend

The dietary customs of Ukrainians are roughly the same as those of Eastern European countries such as Russia, Belarus, Poland and the Czech Republic, with pasta and rice as staple foods. Local people like to eat bread and various desserts.

One of the soups I like here is red beet soup, which is made from beets, potatoes and broth. In terms of dishes, grilled, pan-fried, deep-fried and pickled foods are the main ones. The taste tends to be sweet and sour, and local people are generally adaptable to greasy and slightly spicy food. Vegetables like potatoes, cabbage, onions, and carrots are available all year round. As the seasons change, prices will fluctuate greatly. Ukrainian dairy products are very delicious, including cheese, milk, sour cream, etc., because they are much thicker and thicker than those eaten in China. Every time I go to the supermarket, I will never miss them.

Ukraine also has a unique food called sweet dumplings. Sweet stuffed dumplings are made by wrapping milk residue or cherries in dumplings, cooking them and adding a little sour cream seasoning. It’s a very special combination if you think about it. As early as in China, I heard that Ukraine's black bread is very famous. I never heard about it but tasted it. When I took a bite, I found that I had been "cheated". Brown bread was hard and sour, and I stayed away from it from then on. If you can’t get used to it, you just can’t get used to it. The “deliciousness” of brown bread is just a “legend.”

However, don’t let this affect your impression of Ukrainian snacks. Kiev cakes are truly delicious, as crispy as biscuits sandwiched with peanuts. This is a truly Ukrainian delicacy. I think why people often say that girls will gain weight when they come here, maybe this is the reason. In addition, there is a special drink here, which is very popular on the streets in summer, called "Kvass". It is said to be a drink brewed from bread.

Enjoy happiness in green

Kiev is a city full of green, with many trees and luxuriant branches. While driving, it felt like the entire city was submerged in trees. In addition to the trees on the street, there are also large green spaces among the various building complexes. If you stand in it and the sunlight shines through the branches and leaves, you can truly experience a layered and happy feeling.

Under the forest is a green grass mat, with winding paths leading into it. Here, the trees are evenly distributed and well-proportioned. I heard from a friend that the city of Kiev was built in the forest. Whether it's true or not, this place really makes me feel that the humanistic architecture and the environmental scenery are in perfect harmony. If nothing else, let’s take our school as an example. On campus, you can see little squirrels running through the woods from time to time.

In this city, there are dozens of boulevards and hundreds of street gardens. There are also many towering trees planted on both sides of the streets. If it catches the blooming time in spring, or the golden streets are full of autumn Fallen leaves, or the snow-covered scenery in winter, is a beautiful sight. Modern or ancient buildings are hidden among the green grass and flowers. No wonder Kiev has also won the reputation of "Garden City".

It is very convenient to hail a taxi on the roadside

Subway, taxi, bus, trolley bus, tram, in general, transportation in Ukraine is very convenient Yes, the price is relatively cheap. For example, subways and trams all have a single fare, and they are all one-ticket systems. Only buses and buses have different prices due to route length and other reasons.

However, if you don’t want to take any of these means of transportation, or you won’t be able to take them for a while, you can also hail a taxi on the roadside. In China this might be called a black car, but not in Kiev. Sometimes you are lucky and you can get a free ride if you meet a willing or enthusiastic driver. And it is very possible to ride in so-called good cars and famous cars.

It is also possible to ride on a car that is not seen in China - Lada. This kind of car is very "powerful", and even if you want to buy it now, you can't buy it. However, when taking this kind of vehicle, it is best to discuss the price before getting on the bus to avoid disagreements when the driver's price does not match your psychological price when you arrive at the destination.

Crows, pigeons and dogs are everywhere