Plain-English guides to Medovik, Napoleon, Kyiv cake, and other Ukrainian cake traditions.
Lead note
We explain the taste, texture and ingredients of our three classic Ukrainian cakes, with practical advice on portions, gifting and ordering. There is also a separate place for Korovai, the traditional wedding bread.
More from Olga
Practical notes on delivery, gifting, and choosing the right format without the fluff.
What to expect from our seven-layer Napoleon cake, with advice on choosing a size and finish.
Understand the honey flavour and soft layers of Medovik, then choose a celebration cake or a postal slice.
A closer look at the nut meringue and creams that make Kyiv cake different from other layered cakes.
Planning a celebration cake?
Napoleon Cake is a cake Olga suggests when the order needs a proper celebration finish, local delivery, or collection rather than parcel-post packing.
