Pairing Holubtsi correctly — a note on smetana

Most people overlook how much the right drink changes Holubtsi. I ordered it with smetana and the rich and warming elements of the dish sharpened considerably against the pairing. dill in particular became more prominent in a good way.

many dishes are tied to Orthodox religious calendar. The a traditional Ukrainian home kitchen is where you learn these pairings — they evolved together. If you've been having Holubtsi with the wrong drink, try it correctly once. It's a genuinely different experience. The restaurant deserves credit for getting this right.