#Mushrooms

Explore ancient Ukrainian folk beliefs about mushroom picking, from mystical fairy rings and Polissya traditions to harvest forecasting.

Ukraine is home to the honey fungus (Armillaria mellea), whose mycelium in rotting wood is capable of a faint glow. The biological function of bioluminescence is not fully established: some studies link it to the attraction of insects, while others regard it as a by-product of metabolism.

Recipe for Zhytomyr-style stew from a 1984 book: for 500 g of pork — a kilogram of potatoes, dried mushrooms and mushroom broth. We break down the dish's history, step-by-step preparation, and storage rules for the finished stew.

🥒 Turning the 2026 zucchini harvest into a delicious preserve! We present a recipe for salad with mushrooms and Satsivi sauce. Large chunks, piquant taste, and minimum effort — in winter, you just need to open the jar. 🍄🔥 #recipes #preserves #zucchini #mushrooms