If people in ancient Russia could choose a single dish for any feast it would be kutia – a legendary ritual food that was an absolute essential on every Christmas Eve table. Kutia is such a ...

Kutia, a ceremonial dish at the heart of Ukrainian Christmas celebrations, is more than just a festive pudding. Steeped in symbolism and centuries-old traditions, it represents unity, blessings and ...

Kutia is a sweet, warm porridge of pearled barley mixed with berries, nuts and stewed dried fruit. It's a staple at Ukrainian Christmas tables. (Samantha Balaban/NPR) WASHINGTON, D.C. — If your family ...

Kutia is an old Slavic pre-Christmas dessert. A concoction of poppy seeds, honey, wheat, nuts and fruit was consumed on the longest night of the year, during a ritual to remember family ancestors. The ...

Kutia is a sweet, warm porridge of pearled barley mixed with berries, nuts and stewed dried fruit. It's a staple at Ukrainian Christmas tables. Samantha Balaban is a Senior Producer at Weekend Edition ...