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"I love the concept and the food! Made my first meal and it was so delicious. Even learned a little bit of Ukrainian. Thank you so much! Can wait for you to see more of my content."
explore UKRAINE
Enjoy the wholesome, satisfying flavors of Ukraine right at home with our Ukrainian cooking kit. Featuring comforting dishes and simple ingredients, this kit celebrates the heart of Ukrainian cooking.
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EUROPE Bundle (Ukraine Box + 4 other countries)
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2026 Calendar
Here is the list of countries featured by month for each dietary option in 2026:
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Morocco
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South Korea
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Jamaica
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Spain
May
Ethiopia
Jun
Italy
Jul
India
Aug
Mexico
Sep
Kenya
Oct
Thailand
Nov
Australia
Dec
Greece
Gluten free
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India
Feb
France
Mar
Spain
Apr
Ukraine
May
Mexico
Jun
Ireland
Jul
Kenya
Aug
Brazil
Sep
UK
Oct
Lebanon
Nov
Australia
Dec
Greece
Vegetarian
Feb
Ethiopia
Mar
Sweden
Mar
South Korea
May
France
May
Israel
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India
Jul
Jamaica
Aug
Spain
Sep
Ukraine
Oct
Mexico
Nov
Australia
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Kenya
2027 Calendar
Here is the list of countries featured by month for each dietary option in 2027:
No Restrictions
Jan
Brazil
Feb
China
Mar
Lebanon
Apr
Ireland
May
France
Jun
Israel
Jul
Japan
Aug
UK
Sep
Peru
Oct
Ukraine
Nov
Singapore
Dec
Sweden
Gluten-Free
Jan
Italy
Feb
Ethiopia
Mar
Sweden
Apr
India
May
France
Jun
Spain
Jul
Ukraine
Aug
Mexico
Sep
Ireland
Oct
Kenya
Nov
Brazil
Dec
UK
Vegetarian
Jan
Morocco
Feb
UK
Mar
Lebanon
Apr
Greece
May
Brazil
May
Italy
Jul
Ethiopia
Aug
Sweden
Sep
South Korea
Oct
France
Nov
Israel
Dec
India
What’s Inside Ukraine Family Box?
3 Authentic Ukrainian Step-by-Step Recipes
(4 servings each)
5-7 Shelf Stable Ingredients/Mixes
(pre-measured sauces and spice blends)
Shopping List
(for fresh ingredients)
1 Ukraine Flag Pin and 1 Sticker
16-Page Cultural Explorer Booklet
(explore Ukraine's food traditions and geography, including music, movies & books)
Online Membership Portal Access
(including cooking videos, blogs, recipes)
Fun Cooking Tool - Ukraine
1 Passport in your first box
3 Authentic Ukrainian Step-by-Step Recipes
(4 servings each)
5-7 Shelf Stable Ingredients/Mixes
(pre-measured sauces and spice blends)
Shopping List
(for fresh ingredients)
1 Ukraine Flag Pin and 1 Sticker
16-Page Cultural Explorer Booklet
(explore Ukraine's food traditions and geography, including music, movies & books)
Online Membership Portal Access
(including cooking videos, blogs, recipes)
Fun Cooking Tool - Ukraine
1 Passport in your first box
Recipe details
The recipes reflect well-known Ukrainian dishes and hearty, comforting flavor profiles, from rustic staples to rich, home-style classics, while the cultural booklet introduces you to traditions, regional heritage, and everyday life across Ukraine. These 3 popular Ukrainian recipes serve 4 people. Additional spices and sauces or other add ons are available for larger families. Note - click on recipe mixes for ingredients and nutritional facts.
Varenyky
Pierogi, also known as varenyky or pyrohy in Ukrainian, are a traditional dish in Ukrainian cuisine, and their history can be traced back to ancient times in Eastern Europe. Pierogi are a popular dish in many Eastern European countries, including Poland and Russia. A Polish legend has it, that when St Hyacinth of Poland visited Kyiv, Ukraine, he brought back with him varenyky/pyrohy hence the introduction of varenyky to Poland. The legend continues that he feed the masses with his new acquired food.
Holubtsi
Cabbage leaves stuffed with meat, rice, and vegetables are common in Eastern Europe and the Balkans. The Ukrainian version, known as holubtsi, is made of cabbage leaves stuffed with a mixture of ground meat, rice, onions, and spices. The dish is typically baked in a tomato sauce until the cabbage leaves are tender and the filling is fully cooked. Holubtsi, in Ukrainian language means ‘little doves” – because the folded cabbage looks just like a little sleeping dove!
Kotlety
Meatballs are a popular dish in many countries and cultures around the world. There are meatballs from Italy, Sweden, China, Turkey, Greece, and Ukraine is no exception! Unlike round meatballs, Ukrainian meatballs typically has an oval shaped patties and are fried in a skillet until golden brown on both sides. They made with ground meat, onions, breadcrumbs, milk and seasonings.
Pierogi, also known as varenyky or pyrohy in Ukrainian, are a traditional dish in Ukrainian cuisine, and their history can be traced back to ancient times in Eastern Europe. Pierogi are a popular dish in many Eastern European countries, including Poland and Russia. A Polish legend has it, that when St Hyacinth of Poland visited Kyiv, Ukraine, he brought back with him varenyky/pyrohy hence the introduction of varenyky to Poland. The legend continues that he feed the masses with his new acquired food.
Cabbage leaves stuffed with meat, rice, and vegetables are common in Eastern Europe and the Balkans. The Ukrainian version, known as holubtsi, is made of cabbage leaves stuffed with a mixture of ground meat, rice, onions, and spices. The dish is typically baked in a tomato sauce until the cabbage leaves are tender and the filling is fully cooked. Holubtsi, in Ukrainian language means ‘little doves” – because the folded cabbage looks just like a little sleeping dove!
Meatballs are a popular dish in many countries and cultures around the world. There are meatballs from Italy, Sweden, China, Turkey, Greece, and Ukraine is no exception! Unlike round meatballs, Ukrainian meatballs typically has an oval shaped patties and are fried in a skillet until golden brown on both sides. They made with ground meat, onions, breadcrumbs, milk and seasonings.
UKRAINE - Drink Pairing Brochure
From the golden fields of sunflowers to the rich culinary heritage of Eastern Europe, Ukrainian cuisine is deeply tied to community, resilience, and celebration. Our Ukraine drink brochure includes comforting cocktails and mocktails, plus wine and beer suggestions that echo the resilience and heart of Ukrainian cuisine, steeped in tradition and community. All drink pairing recipes are curated with guidance from award-winning mixologist Anthony Caporale and the wine experts at IPO Wines. Note on wine: We highlight grape varieties and regions not specific winemakers. ALL COCKTAILS CAN BE MADE ZERO-PROOF WITH NON-ALCOHOLIC BASES.
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UKRAINE - flag pin & sticker
Have additional kids, how about extra UKRAINE flag pin and sticker- one for each child? 1 country flag pin 1 country sticker Note - no extra shipping fee when combined with explorer box. otherwise, there is shipping fee based on weight
$2.00
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UKRAINE - Spice & Sauce Mixes
Need extra servings or want to repeat your favorite dishes? Grab our spice, sauce, and grain mixes to whip up all three recipes againand keep the delicious fun going! no extra shipping fee when combined with explorer box otherwise, there is shipping feebased on weight
$10.00
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UKRAINE Tool - Cookie Cutter
Have additional kids, how about getting extra cooking tool(s)? One for each child! Note - no extra shipping fee when combined with explorer box. otherwise, there is shipping fee based on weight
$5.00
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Choose Your Experience
Family Box
Our Family Box makes for a memorable family cooking experience or as a great add on to your homeschool or in class educational experience. Our recipes serve 4 and include spices and sauces and a shopping list for the fresh ingredients.
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Adult Box
With 3 recipes that serve 4 in each box, our Adult Box is perfect for three intimate date nights or a dinner party for 12. We provide the harder-to-find sauces and spice mixes and you just add the fresh ingredients.
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Discover Ukraine
UKRAINE, located in Eastern Europe, is known for its vast plains, golden sunflower fields, and deep cultural roots. As one of Europe’s largest countries, it boasts a rich history shaped by resilience, creativity, and tradition. From the cobblestone streets of Lviv to the golden domes of Kyiv, Ukraine blends Eastern and Western influences in its art, music, and architecture. Renowned for its hearty cuisine, vibrant folk culture, and enduring spirit, it stands as a proud symbol of independence and national pride. Ukrainian cuisine is known for its hearty, comforting flavors, featuring rich soups, dumplings, and wholesome ingredients rooted in tradition. This kit makes those flavors approachable, even if you have never cooked Ukrainian food before.
FAQs
eat2explore is suitable for ALL ages - designed for ages 5 and up with adult guidance. Family Edition kits are ideal for kids and parents cooking together, while Adult Edition boxes include drink pairings for date nights and group gatherings.
• Families looking for fun quality time together • Parents who want to cook with their kids • Homeschool families and cultural learning activities • Gift-givers looking for meaningful, educational experiences • Curious young explorers who love discovering the world
• Couples planning at-home date nights • Hosts looking for a unique dinner party idea • Foodies who enjoy global flavors • Gift-givers seeking an experience-based present • Adults with dietary preferences, such as gluten-free or vegetarian options.
Dried spice blends typically last over two years. Sauces are hot-filled and Cornell Food Tech approved, with a shelf life of over one year unopened. Fresh batches are produced monthly.
You can choose individual country boxes or build your own bundle by selecting the specific countries you’d like to explore - all shipped together in one shipment. For our monthly subscription, you’ll receive a new featured country box each month. Country selection is not available with the subscription.
Some of our country boxes are suitable for gluten-free and vegetarian diets because the spice blends and sauce mixes included in those boxes are gluten-free and vegetarian. These boxes are specially identified as Gluten-Free or Vegetarian-Optional. Vegetarian-Optional means that while some recipes may traditionally include meat, we provide clear vegetarian and vegan cooking instructions along with easy ingredient swap suggestions.
We currently ship to all U.S. states and Canada. Orders are processed within 2–3 business days, and delivery times vary depending on the shipping address and carrier. Please check your order tracking for details. Shipping of explore boxes is free for customers in the continental United States, with an additional fee for Hawaii, Alaska, and Canada. We also offer expedited shipping within the U.S. for an additional cost.
Overall rating: 4.3846636 / 5 from 1591 reviews.
AI Generated Review Summary
Explore UKRAINE offers a delightful experience for families and kids, featuring delicious recipes from Veselka Restaurant, educational materials on Ukrainian culture, and a variety of enjoyable meals. The box is praised for its wonderful quality and the fantastic experience it provides.
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Review highlights
- "It has easy recipes to follow, nice presentation and fun little things for younger kids to do as well as older." —
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- "We love that the meals and literature fit in Perfectly with our World Government Independent Study Course." —
Reviews
Bought my husband a subscription - no regrets
"Bought him a subscription when it was just one type of box - so like the family one. We loved it! Now I see there’s a date night one for adults specifically and am very tempted to resubscribe for his next gift"
Still checking it out, but so far, so good.
"So far so good. We accidentally used the wrong seasoning packet on our first meal, lol, but it was a great learning experience. So far everything seems easy to follow. I may have more thoughts after a few more boxes."
The BEST Stay Home Date Night!
"We thoroughly enjoyed this Italy kit. It was thoughtfully put together and it makes for a really great few date nights! After doing our first one, we are both looking forward to cooking our next meal from our kitchen together!"
Explore France
"I provided this to my clients after their cruise to France. They all loved it, and really thought it was unique. They also said that the chicken came out just like the recipe and was so moist and tasty."
Best buy ever!
"We have gotten all the kits from each country and our family really enjoys them! They're educational, not only for the kids but for us adults as well. The recipes bring us together as we learn facts about different countries, cooking techniques, and trying new food."
Great Homeschooling Activity!
"It was such a great experience shopping for the ingredients together as a family and then coming home to cook it together! Such a great learning activity to add to homeschooling. My daughter is 4 and loved this whole experience! She got to learn about Greece too and then eat a dish we personally made. How fun is that!?"
Easy recipes to enjoy
"My 12y made Jamaican Curry. It came out delicious."
Excellent for homeschooling
"Kids love exploring the world with this subscription. They love cooking the recipes. Instructions are easy to follow, and dishes are delicious! The passport and the flag pins are very exciting for them!"
Deluxe explorer bundle
"We got the apron and the cookbook, which is awesome, but we didn't get the 2 country boxes."