With the newfound global interest in traditional “wet markets” following the corona outbreak, a lot of people are passing judgement on these traditional food markets without having ever seen or been to one. Today we will take an indepth look into what a real Eastern European food market looked like in a pre-quarantine world. These markets serve a vital function in kitchens, economies, and the daily lives of those who buy and sell goods here. While it might be slightly shocking or alien to a more western audience who is used to the overly sterilized and branded grocery stores of today, these markets are a vital part of daily life all over the world.
So join me in my virtual walking tour through a real traditional Ukrainian farmers market!