Landing Market to Serve Ukrainian Meal, Raise Funds

Posted: February 14, 2023

The Landing Market, Decorah, will host a traditional Ukrainian meal on Wed., March 1, to raise funds to benefit the people of Ukraine. The event, the second in The Landing’s Passport Dinner series which launched in Jan., will run from 11 a.m.-7 p.m. This event commemorates a year of resistance by Ukrainian people, following full-scale invasion which began February 24, 2022.

Ukraine native Maryna Bazylevych Nading and her husband Scott Nading will prepare Borscht, a type of vegetable stew which is vegan, and “Herring under a Fur Coat” salad (Oseledets pid Shuboiu), a salad made with herring and vegetables.

Event proceeds will benefit two highly regarded volunteer relief efforts in Khmelnytskyi, Maryna Nading’s hometown. The first, Zahyst, has been working on war relief in Ukraine since 2014. The group delivers aid to civilians and soldiers on the frontlines, connecting people who want to help directly with those who need help. The second is a collaboration with a tireless volunteer Viacheslav Ivakh, a brother of the late war hero Dmytro Ivakh for whom a school in Khmelnytskyi is named. Viacheslav Ivakh has been delivering humanitarian aid and generators to Ukrainian orphanages and health care facilities in the vicinity of the war zone.

“The war against Ukraine started about a year ago, causing unimaginable suffering for the Ukrainian people,” says Pete Espinosa, owner of The Landing. “We’re gratified by the opportunity to help them and to enjoy a delicious meal at the same time.”

Maryna Nading states, “It means a world to me that Decorah is joining cities around the world who are showing solidarity with Ukrainian people on this grim one-year anniversary of the barbaric attack against peaceful people of a sovereign nation. My closest family and friends chose to stay in Ukraine working in their spheres of influence towards the end of this war, and they care deeply about feeling supported by the world community. Decorah friends and family have fundraised and celebrated Ukrainian culture during this difficult year, and I hope they enjoy this traditional meal.”

Cost is $20 per person. Freewill donations will also be accepted. Reservations are not required.

The Landing’s “Passport Dinners” series brings the cuisine of other countries and cultures to the Decorah area and provides an opportunity to get to know about other places and meet new people.

The Landing Market is located at 211 College Dr., Decorah. It houses food and beverage-oriented establishment, which include Justin’s, The Buzz, Spectrum Made with Love, Root 43, and Artisan Ghost Kitchen, as well as space for events. For more information,  email info@thelandingmarket.com or call (563) 277-1893.

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