No Ukrainian Easter is complete without Paska, a sweet, rich bread adorned with intricate designs and symbols. Baked in homes across the country, Paska is more than just a culinary delight; it's a symbol of abundance and prosperity. On Easter Saturday, families gather at their local church to have their Easter baskets blessed by a priest in a ritual known as Sviachene. These baskets, filled with an array of traditional foods such as Paska, Pysanky, meats, cheeses, and horseradish, symbolize the abundance of God's blessings. After the blessing, families return home to enjoy a festive Easter feast together.
I hope my future husband won't mind having such a tradition in our family!