Borscht Diplomacy: Chef Yevhen Klopotenko on Promoting Ukraine

In this episode of “Off the Record,” host Natalka Cmoc sits down with Ukraine’s most famous chef, Yevhen Klopotenko. In this episode of “Off the Record,” host Natalka Cmoc sits down with Ukraine’s most famous chef, Yevhen Klopotenko. Known for his tireless work in making Borscht a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage, Yevhen discusses the vital role of food diplomacy during the war. From his recent travels to Canada to his dreams of opening a Ukrainian restaurant in North America, Yevhen shares how gastronomy is a powerful tool for national identity and international support. Follow our coverage of the war on the @Kyivpost_official . We also get a glimpse into the personal side of his work—how the war changed his perspective on comfort food and why he believes the world is finally ready to truly “taste” Ukraine.