We Can Do It Women’S Day Takes on New Meaning in 2020

Issue №30 March-April 2020

We Can Do It Women’s Day takes on new meaning in 2020

Our top picks for trips to the doctor | Fun new ways to dine out in Kyiv Her Excellency German Ambassador Anka Feldhusen takes time to talk to WO WIN

Our prizes this month include concert tickets to Caribbean Club, passes to Docudays Film Festival, and even a What’s On Tshirt. Contents | Issue 30 | March-April 2020

Beauty in strength

Issue №30 March-April 2020

We Can Do It Women’s Day takes on new meaning in 2020

Our top picks for trips to the doctor | Fun new ways to dine out in Kyiv Her Excellency German Ambassador Anka Feldhusen takes time to talk to WO

On the Cover / vectorlab depositphotos.com Credits: Strength in the former Soviet 4 WO Words from the Editor 26 Bridging the Gap Union, and in fact the rest of the Here’s to the lovely ladies and their The male/female inequality world, is not about one sex only Photo credit: depositphotos.com/ Profmailer equally important partners conundrum is closing in, but there is still much to do. Check out these stats 6 Kyiv’s Forgotten World and figures of what Ukraine deems The underbelly of Kyiv is fascinating, acceptable with as much to see below as what we Yana’s pick this month know and love above ground 28 What’s All the Fuss Now more than ever, A collection of bits and bobs for those 8 Anka Feldhusen: Ambassador on the run. Make sure you check out Ukrainians are standing up of Germany to Ukraine a fabulous venue to find all of your for female voices in politics, We get up close and personal junk food needs, how to do Kyiv on a with Ambassador of the Federal budget, a silent film event featuring business, and technology. We Republic of Germany to Ukraine, Her music of the Kyiv Rhythm Kings, plus have had some fundamental Excellency Anka Feldhusen tons more mindset shifts to take pride in 10 Flower Power 32 What’s On the Menu but there are still big challenges What has often been quoted as the It’s not our typical hangout, but to overcome. Battling the last Soviet equivalent to Mother’s Day Hamonguys may well become one means a big boon to flower shops in of them. And, while Kyiv may have means taking action to close town. We talk to one florist getting calmed its craze for sushi, to find a the gender gap in the country ready for the big day few Japanese gems all you have to do and contribute to a stronger is turn to page 33 12 Is there a Doctor in the House? safer Ukraine Ukrainians will always tell you the 36 What’s in Focus most important thing in life is your We honed in on only a few events this Roman pick this month health. Here’s a few places in town month including the ACC’s member What’s the equivalent to 911 that will always have your back appreciation evening, this season’s UFW, and our friends at Caribbean in Ukraine? It’s 103. Visitors 16 What’s Happening Club who just celebrated birthday to Ukraine need to have a The Ukrainian capital is abuzz with number 22 events this spring. Check out one, contingent plan before there’s check out them all, and just enjoy. 38 Where to Find What’s On an emergency and Kyiv is full Plus, a few of our favourites for this An extensive (though not complete!) of professional medical centres 8 March list of where to find your favourite English-language culture and catering to locals and visitors 24 The Mythical Kingdom entertainment mag. Let us know if alike. Emergency situations You are spoiled for choice with spas you need a few copies around your in Kyiv. Shambala goes beyond and favourite restaurant or watering hole! aside, treat yourself to cosmetic incorporates wellness into their needs including massage mandate while still being spa-licious

The Team: Roman Mykyta Contact details: Журнал «WHAT’S ON» №30 від 1 березня 2020 © All materials published in What’s On Kyiv Originally founded in 1999, What’s On Kyiv is nity, both expatriate and local, and provides Lana Nicole Niland Daria Isaeva Засновник та видавець: ТОВ «ОУТПОСТ ПАБЛІШІНГ» For general enquiries, submissions, Адреса: 01001, м. Київ, пров. Рильський 4, поверх 6 are the unconditional intellectual property of an English language monthly magazine with brief news articles on events of relevance to Paul Niland Illya Ovchar Головний редактор/відповідальна за випуск: Кубін Лана Ніколь (Найленд) editor@ Jared Morgan Natalya Jaddock complaints, or comments write to whatson-kyiv.com, +380 95 168 2462 Outpost Publishing and as such are protect- a goal to inform residents and visitors to Kyiv Kyiv and Ukraine and the wider region. Lee Reaney Claire Little [email protected] Журнал зареєстровано як засіб масової інформації в Міністерстві Юстиції Україні, ed by Ukrainian and international copyright of events in the entertainment and cultural свідоцтво 22834 – 12734P від 7 серпня 2017 року Alina Smolina Stanislav Zaravniaiev To advertise in What’s On Kyiv, contact Надруковано в типографії: «Аванпост-Прім», м. Київ, вул. Сурікова, 3 laws. No materials from this magazine, or life of the city. As well as providing advice, Natalia Kurtyak Anton Gerasymenko [email protected] Тираж: 13 000. Журнал розповсюджується безкоштовно. the associated website, may be reproduced guidance, and listings of live music, theatre, Tyoma Myronenko Joe Carlino WHAT’S ON magazine №30 from 1 March 2020 without the express permission of Outpost nightlife, sporting events and more, What’s Anna Romanchuk Kaitlin Vitt Founder and publisher: OUTPOST PUBLISHING LLC Tassy Klim Igor Hodakov Address: 01001, Kyiv, Rylskyi lane 4, 6th floor Publishing. On also interacts with the business commu- State registration certificate 22834 – 12734P dated 7 August 2017 Yana Andyol DoubleK LLC Team Chief Editor: Lana Nicole Kubin (Niland) Marianne Haryazha Printsolution LLC [email protected], Tel.: +380 95 168 2462 3 Printed by: «Avanpost-Prim», Kyiv, Surikova 3 Print run: 13 000. Free distribution. From the Editor

Editor-in-Chief Lana Nicole Niland

The content that appears in What’s On is considered heavily before it appears in the magazine. It has to appeal to everyone who reads it: internationals, Ukrainians, tourists, locals, the young up-and-comers, the wise-and-established… Ever evolving considering the stories of the day, there is, we hope, something in the magazine for everyone. This next issue is no different. But perhaps for a different reason. March and April are great months for events: the inevitable nod to spring and the changing of seasons, St Paddy’s Day, Easter, Inter- national Women’s Day, and of course Justin Beiber’s BD (very important). As a woman and one with a voice, this second to last event is one that seems rather significant this year. Between the failings of Trump, the regular exposés of improper behaviour of significant men in significant roles around the world, the conviction that “beautiful women remain the core brand of Ukraine” as related by our green president (see p 26), and the numerous other daily revelations where the relationship between men and women is proven inequitable, there still seems much to fight for. But there are also things to celebrate, such the increase of women in tech – a traditionally male profession, women taking on more roles in the military, and feminitives being added to the everyday use of language in Ukraine. These are not small vic- tories; rather, ones that continue to ensure the country strengthens on “The responsibility of a a regular basis. As such, we here at What’s On would like to wish the women of modern, civilised, first-world Ukraine – and the men who support them – an incredible Internation- al Women’s Day. The responsibility of a modern, civilised, first-world society is that of both sexes; society is that of both sexes; not of one over the other. While there will always be room for improvement, Ukraine continues to make advanc- not of one over the other” es in this direction in many spheres, and acknowledgment should be given to all those who are helping pave the way. As such, take the time to enjoy the events happening on 8 March (p 19), go the traditional route with a beautiful bouquet (p 10), or plan a weekend getaway to recharge and continue the good fight (p 24). As we become more evolved as a society, the interdependence we have on each other greatens. Not only is it important that we each live long and prosper as individuals anymore – that kind of thinking is no longer forever sustainable. Rather, if we can each see each other for our strengths and weaknesses, and work together to improve the reality of all, in a clean and healthy environment, International Women’s Day could well become redundant.

4 What’s On Issue 30 | March-April 2020

Ilya Ovchar

Kyiv’s Forgotten World COUNTLESS KILOMETRES OF GLOOMY TUNNELS, SUBTERRANEAN RIVERS, AND AN ABANDONED DEFENCE BUNKER ONCE INTENDED FOR SIX-HUNDRED PEOPLE… WELCOME TO KYIV’S MESMERISING AND FORGOTTEN UNDERGROUND WORLD

6 What’s On Issue 30 | March-April 2020 Some say it’s reminiscent of Lon- don’s sewers – but without the smell, of course! The next tunnel worth discover- ing is the Khreschatyk, which, as you might have guessed, is located under Khreschatyk street. Pri- or to submersion, this river posed a severe threat to Kyiv’s development throughout the 19 th century. The winter months saw constant flooding, accidental drownings of residents and animals, and the risk of creating a ‘new Venice’. In response, the river was sunk in 1888 at the cost of $1.5 million. Today, you can encounter a completely different perspective of Khreschatyk to the one you know above ground. There may not be a Vsi Svoi, but you’re sure to come across other Ukraini- Kyiv is full of these once- an-made charms and some fan- in-a-lifetime experiences tastic sights to remember. that feature buried gems of The adventures don’t stop there. Ukrainian history. While In addition to Kyiv’s submerged you could attempt to check rivers, many groundwater collec- out these corners of Kyiv on tion systems were also construct- your own, we recommend ed to prevent landslides. One of grabbing a tour guide for as- these is Askoldova, a five-kilo- sistance. Urbextour is a great metre-long underground ‘snake’, option, offering both private which sits at 60 metres below sea and group tours, with prices level and continues to drain ex- starting at 1 600 UAH per cess water into the Dnipro. To- person for a private excur- day, this tunnel makes for a fas- sion and 300 UAH per per- cinating subterranean expedition, son for group excursions. In which includes Kyiv’s biggest un- addition, Urbextour provides derground waterfall. Here, inter- all necessary protective and esting cave formations like stalac- waterproof gear. Make sure tites and stalagmites grow in total you leave your valuables at darkness. home and wear clothing that Amidst these undersground water you don’t mind getting it a systems is another part of Kyiv’s little wet or dirty! exciting and oft-forgotten past: Have you ever wondered what an abandoned Cold War defence lies beneath Kyiv’s cobblestoned bunker. A reminder of a terrifying streets? It is believed that a total period in civilisation, the bunker of sixteen rivers flow throughout a sya, Khreschatyk, and Askoldova. stands frozen in time as a place labyrinth of tunnels under the city. The first – Hlybochytsya, was an once meant to shelter six-hundred Dating back hundreds of years, ancient river that flowed in the people from a nuclear attack. For- these rivers were submerged by city place of what is now Hlybochyt - tunately, it was never utilised, but planners to better connect parts of sya street, constrained by streets once you step through the heavy the metropolis. Today, they remain Verkhnii Val and Nyzhnii Val Soviet hermetic blast doors, you in complete darkness, hiding an un- on one side. In 1840, the river start to gain a strong sense of the recognisable facet of the Ukrainian was submerged to unify the land fear people once lived with. capital. and capitalise on the space. What remains is a cryptic environment ANOTHER SIDE OF KYIV worth uncovering, with its yel- Urbextour  Three specific tunnels are said to low-brick and egg-shaped struc- www.urbextour.com  be the most interesting: Hlybochyt- ture, and clear trickling streams. +380 91 481 0186

7 Anka Feldhusen: Ambassador of Germany to Ukraine ON AN OVERCAST AFTERNOON I WALK INTO THE OFFICE OF ANKA FELDHUSEN, AMBASSADOR OF GERMANY TO UKRAINE. FINDING Natalya Jaddock TIME TO SQUEEZE ME INTO HER BUSY SCHEDULE SHE WELCOMES ME WITH PROFESSIONALISM AND POISE

I sit down with Her Excellency Am- speaking about every Ukrainian – has bassador of Germany to Ukraine trust in the system.” Anka Feldhusen and we begin to drink coffee together like time -is ir APPROACHING WOMEN’S DAY relevant. What isn’t irrelevant is our Feldhusen reminisces on her first en- discussion about things like her long- counter with Women’s Day on the term relationship with Ukraine and streets of Moscow in ’94. “I was prob- her hopes for Ukraine and Germany ably the only woman in the street within the future. out a flower, which led to a very funny situation where a complete stranger ROAD TO AMBASSADORSHIP came up to me and offered me roses..! Feldhusen is fulfilling her third post- He thought it was unfair that I was the ing in Kyiv – something she admits only woman not having flowers.” is a rarity. When I ask what led her Feldhusen goes on to share that she to Ambassadorship in the first place always thought taking time to public- her eyes light up and a gentle laugh ly appreciate Ukrainian women one fills the room. She sums her emotions day a year is kind of unfair. Feldhusen into one word, almost as if she’s ask- passionately recognises the fact that ing a question: “Coincidence?” she Ukrainian women do a lot for the says. Before I can ask for an explana- well-being of the country, are a stable tion she begins to elaborate. “Ukraine part of the workforce, and are very was my first position in 1994. One of hard working.

the reasons was that I was the only Photo c/o Embassy of Germany West-German born Russian-speaking German diplomat.” By ‘coincidence’, Feldhusen had “We are all working with the Ukrainian learned Russian in high school during the height of the Cold War. Then government towards an independent judicial system in 2009, after thinking she would never be returning to Kyiv in a pro- where everybody has trust in the system” fessional capacity, she indeed came back as Deputy Head of Mission. Al- investment-wise since her last post- THE FUTURE IS BRIGHT ready thinking her second posting in ing. “There’s still a lot to be done,” The German Ambassador speaks Ukraine was unusual, Feldhusen was and during her time she wishes to fondly of Ukraine. Her biggest im- genuinely and pleasantly surprised see German investments increasing. pressions of Ukraine are the warmth when she was asked to become Am- There are profits to be made for Ger- and goodwill of Ukrainians, and the bassador in Ukraine. “That is some- man investors in Ukraine, although diversity of the land. She experi- thing that you don’t say no to. It is there are also potential risks. Feldhus- enced the early years of independent one of our biggest embassies in the en believes the biggest problem Ger- Ukraine, witnessed Euromaidan, and world.” man companies face is their inability greatly appreciates the change from to defend their rights in Ukrainian Nescafe coffee to debatably some of DOWN TO BUSINESS courts. At this point a smile breaks the best coffee in the world. When I Feldhusen states that Germany is one across Feldhusen’s face and she says ask what the future holds for Ukraine of the biggest investors in Ukraine. determinedly: “We are all working and Germany, Feldhusen states, Steel, automotive, agriculture, and with the Ukrainian government to- “Germany is the single biggest donor pharmaceuticals are where Germans wards an independent judicial system and partner for Ukraine in its efforts are investing, although the Ambas- where everybody – I’m not speaking to become a very successful Europe- sador notes not much has changed about a few German companies, I’m an country.”

8 What’s On Issue 30 | March-April 2020 9 Flower Power STILL THE MOST POPULAR GIFT TO GIVE ON INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY

Natalia Kurtyak

To celebrate or not to celebrate on any regular 8 March? The debate rages on. day, with many bou- Despite this, flowers remain one of quets taking as much the best ways to express love, con- as 40 minutes to gratulations, and support of your prepare. This nearest and dearest. The good year, they’ve news is that cellophane-wrapped got a selection bouquets with gaudy ribbon are of 10-15 styles on the way out, creating space for ready for budg- nosegays with a little more je ne ets ranging from sais quoi. 1 500 to 5 000 UAH: big bouquets for your NOT YOUR AVERAGE BOUQUET girlfriend, and tiny little Photo c/o Tête Fleurs A number of studios have come into sprays for your daughter. trend in the past few years, mak- Prices are impressive not ing your typical 24-hour-conven- just at Tête Fleurs but at all ience-store flower shop more and florists at this time of year, more obsolete. Doing away with the as the majority of flowers cute pink and blue bouquets, they are imported to Ukraine are setting trends in floristry. across five continents. Ac- Tête Fleurs is one of them. In op- cording to Ukrstata, more eration for over two years, theirs is than 96 million pieces of a project of two friends. At first, cut flowers were brought they did everything at home: one in in 2018. That’s 7 803 tons, and A FEW FLORISTS GEARED UP of the co-founders had two huge over 7 million USD spent. On FOR THE BIG DAY refrigerators in her apartment, the eve of this major holiday in where she made the bouquets, Ukraine, the result of trade in the Tête Fleurs while the other managed custom- flower industry is 12-15% of annu-  Voznesenskyi Uzviz 23 ers via Instagram. At that time, al sales, with the majority of kvitky  tete.fleurs everything was remote, and the coming in from the Netherlands, bouquets were sent by taxi. Then the US, and Turkey. 29 Flowers the girls rented a studio and hired But however you decide to cele -  Sahaidachnoho 29a florists and managers. Since Octo- brate and however much you opt  29flowers.com ber 2019, they’ve gone offline and to spend, the real gift is in the opened a floristry studio. acknowledgement of the special Flora Contora For the big day, Tête Fleurs is ex- women in your lives. May they  Tereshchenkivska 7/13 pecting five times more orders than continue to shine.  floracontora.com.ua

Blossom Room  Zankovetskoi 5/2  blossomroomukraine

ARKA Flower Shop  Reheneratorna 4  Arkaflowershop

10 What’s On Issue 30 | March-April 2020 11 Roman Mykyta Is There a Doctor in the House? Located near Lukianivska metro, American Medical Centers is one of the oldest medical care center in Medikom was Ukraine’s first pre- Kyiv (they also have clinics in Lviv mium private clinic. Established and Odessa, as well as Georgia and FEEL BETTER KNOWING in 1992, it was the dream of the Kazakhstan). The scope of medi- THESE HEALTH Skurikhin brothers, neuropatholo- cal services covers all family needs, INSTITUTIONS HAVE GOT gist Ihor and anaesthetist Oleksan- urgent care, diagnostics, and more. YOUR BACK (AND YOUR dr. There are two clinics in Pechersk Furthermore, the centre is resourced FEET, HEAD, AND HEART, and Obolon, offering a full range of to work in cooperation with doctors OR ANY OTHER BODY Family Health and Dentistry servic- back home. The centre director, Brit- PARTS) es. Medikom also operates a hospital, ish-born Dr Richard Styles, leads which is open 24/7, served by a fleet with extensive international medical of 11 ambulances. The hospital of- experience, while the centre in Kyiv fers a complete range of outpatient is staffed with fifteen internationally services for children and adults, as Visiting a doctor abroad can be diso- qualified doctors, all of whom speak well as a surgical clinic. The surgical rienting, whichever country you’re in, English, Ukrainian, and Russian clinic deals with both routine and ur- and Ukraine is no exception. For visi- (with some French, German, and gent procedures. Resources here are tors and expats alike, it’s good to have Greek-speaking doctors also). available in English, and the clinic a contingency plan just in case. Even  24/7 also cooperates with international in- if you speak Ukrainian or Russian,  kyiv.amcenters.com surance companies, which bodes well the idea of dealing with a medical  +380 44 490 7600 issue can be daunting: ordering cof- for the 5-10% of Medikom’s foreign fee is one thing, but describing your clientele.  symptoms is quite another. Although 24/7  many in Ukraine are still suspicious medikom.ua  of healthcare providers, as the coun- +380 44 503 7777 try recovers from its corrupt past, Kyiv boasts several excellent private clinics that are rebuilding people’s trust in the medical profession.

12 What’s On Issue 30 | March-April 2020 If you find yourself in Kyiv needing assistance, be assured that you’re in good hands. In fact, both international doctors Dr. Styles and Dr. Aganov agree that living While Porcelain Group is over- in Kyiv offers even greater potential for whelmingly known for their work healthy living, given that Ukrainians deeply in dentistry and ophthalmology, understand the value of nature, exercise, this legendary 25-year Ukraini- and meaningful relationships. These an-Swiss group also features med- things, more than anything else, are the ical facilities, featuring the highest solid foundations needed for a healthy life: level of service and advanced high- they’re what make life worth living. tech healthcare. Their on-site services at their Lukianivka location include specialists in gynaecology, dermatology, trichology, with a GP Emergencies aside, Kyiv is also home on staff – all of whom are western to some excellent massage studios. educated. But why stop there – they A premier option is Mikhail Guz also have a nutritionist and dietolo- Massage Studio, with up to seven gist who will help get you on track locations on all three metro lines whether you’re fighting with food and on both sides of the Dnipro. allergies or digestive issues, chronic Their mission statement is to make skin or blood diseases, or are try- professional massage available and ing to get pregnant. In addition, all affordable for all. Interestingly, Is There a Doctor doctors speak a minimum level of while massage therapists in West- English, with translators available ern countries are overwhelmingly if necessary. female, the majority of Guz’s em-  Weekdays 09.00 – 21.00 ployees are male. They are polite,  Saturday 09.00 – 17.00 sincere, and able to speak English if Doctor Sam is a relative newcom-  esthetics.com.ua necessary. The services cover ther- er on the scene and is proud to be  +380 44 593 7788 the first clinic in Ukraine to be ac- apeutic and sports massage, as well credited by the International Joint as anticellulite massage, massage Commission (an American organ- for babies, and a six-hand massage isation which sets official interna- for those looking for the ultimate in- tional medical standards and prac- dulgence. Prices start at 150 UAH. tices). The centre was established  08.00 – 22.00 by Dr Sam Aganov, who hails from  massage.co.ua the US and holds a Ph.D. in Clini-  +380 50 393 0842 cal Psychology as well as an MBA. You can find Doctor Sam in three different areas of Kyiv: near Dru- zhby Narodiv, Vystavkovyi Tsentr, and the US Embassy. Acknowl- OTHER edging that people feel nervous EXPAT-FRIENDLY and vulnerable when they go to CLINICS: the doctor, Aganov wants his patients to forget they’re in a Borys clinic, which is achieved using an  boris.kiev.ua unassuming layout with spring +380 44 238 0000 like colours, and, most impor- Dobrobut tantly, the manner of the staff  dobrobut.com who embody his values. All speak +380 97 495 2888 English, Russian, and Ukrainian (or emergency line *2888) (with Farsi, French, and Czech also spoken by some team members). Oxford Medical Open communication with doctors  oxford-med.com.ua +380 80 030 0655 back home is encouraged. For urgent  24/7 medical  doctorsam.ua assistance,  +380 80 050 9291 dial 103

13 YEARS OF SUCCESS Porcelain Medical Group quainted with a dentist, who, in 1994, decided to create a private clinic and invited me to collaborate. Patricia and I met as work had already begun, and for 25 years we have re- This year, the Ukrainian-Swiss medical mained partners at Porcelain. group Porcelain celebrates its 25th anni- Patricia: As an expat in Russia and versary. During this time, it has grown then Ukraine in the early 90s, I was to three dental clinics, two ophthalmol- 25 limited to use foreign or VIP clinics. I ogist departments, and an aesthetic did not believe that excellence was a medicine and spa centre. The found- question of the nationality of elitism. ers of the clinic Olga Nemchenko and The opportunity to invest in a small our business. But over our three years Patricia Shmorhun-Hawrylyshyn talk two-chair dental practice presented of existence, we already had a strong about how the idea to create a medi- itself. I was convinced that if we cre- team and well functioning and sustain- cal business was born, what difficulties ated a workplace with good western able business. Thanks to this, we man- they had to face, and how they see their standard working conditions for our aged to survive this challenging period further development. Ukrainian employees, we could provide and to maintain the client base at the an excellent service for Ukrainians and same level. How did you understand that you expats alike. The second turning point was the de- wanted to develop the field of The challenges were to build trust with- parture of our head doctor. however, medicine, dentistry and what was in the team and with the public. We ran by that moment we developed a strong your goal when creating the Por- regular team-building sessions and pro- and very professional team, that was celain clinic? vided service-oriented training for our well-positioned to face this challenge Olga: Back in school, I thought about staff, and worked with medical officers and serve the clients at the highest pro- becoming a doctor, nevertheless, I de- of different embassies to understand fessional standards. cided to enter cybernetics. However, the standards of care and treatment Patricia: I agree, our first real test was medicine always continued to interest they expected. Our mission was to year seven, when our head doctor de- me and my PhD thesis was interdisci- deliver excellent care in a comfortable cided to go off on his own. It had taken plinary between two sciences: biology environment. This was the base from a lot of energy and time to develop a and mathematics. As for dentistry, this which we developed our Porcelain sound operating system and a val- was a pure coincidence. I was ac- values of excellence, transparency, the ue-based company in which he played importance of team, and safety over an important role. Was our model the next three years. The tandem be- strong enough to be repeated with tween administration and medicine we someone different? created proved to be successful, which That was really to be the test to the lead to our growth and expansion into foundation principles of the company ophthalmology and esthetics. and in the end became its guiding prin- ciple throughout the years. This is what Talk about the key stages in the I am proud of. formation of your business? What difficulties did you encounter? What principles do you follow in Olga: The first serious crisis overtook staff recruitment? us in 1998 when the dollar jumped Olga: I believe we are an absolute- sharply, and this affected all aspects of ly unique medical company because

14 What’s On Issue 30 | March-April 2020 many doctors still work in the clinic in medicine, administration, or main- from day one and on average our tenance. doctors have been with the company for 15-18 years. In 90% of cas- What are you most proud of es, our doctors joint the company at at Porcelain over 25 years of entry-level and develop their careers existence? with us. They come to us as interns, Olga: I am proud of the people with even sometimes as senior students. whom we are developing the clinic: They work as dental assistants for they are not only excellent profession- several years, then as hygienists, and als, but we also share common values after five or six years, they start ac- and see each other as colleagues and cepting patients on their own. It is friends. Naturally, market reputation Olga Nemchenko and a long way to go, but it is effective. is also something we all proudly share. Patricia Shmorhun-Hawrylyshyn For example, the head doctors in our Patricia: I am proud about our man- clinics at Vozdvizhenka and Pechersk agement style that empowers each em-

have devoted 20 years to the com- ployee with responsibility and care. We viding the best level of comprehensive pany and have become full-fledged believe in sharing our success and invite treatment and service our patients de- partners. our doctors to partner with us when we serve, continued training and growth open a new clinic. opportunities for our staff, and con- How do you strike a balance be- tinued involvement in our community tween competence and service? Tell us about your future plans? as a socially responsible company just Olga: In our business, service re- Olga: We strive to maintain a balance as we have been since the first year of quirements are very high. Recently, between new market challenges, trends, operations. We are now treating our for example, we had a case when a and innovations that we have managed third generation of patients and as client demanded a conversation with to build on over the 25 years. Develop- such have a holistic approach to those the management. The reason for her ment should never be at the expense of patients not only as a receiver of care dissatisfaction was not the quality of maintaining high standards. but as a partner in health. services. It turned out that the admin- I want every employee to consider the istrator forgot to smile at her and this clinic as a place where he/she belongs moment upset her a lot. We try to con- and will always be supported in any de- stantly improve the service in order to velopment aspirations. prevent such cases. Patricia: The challenges change over Patricia: Our first and still prevailing the years and our strength is to remain motto is gentle dental care. The patient attentive to those changes, remain open must be welcomed in an atmosphere and critically constructive in evaluating of trust and competence. This starts our development, and always striving from the first greeting on the phone, to improve ourselves as professionals. to a warm atmosphere in the reception 25 years ago, it was about introduc- area, and personal attention to the pa- ing a new workplace where employees CONTACTS tients’ needs. were respected and driven towards ex- Porcelain Lukianivka Every employee plays his/her role in cellence, rewarded accordingly, and ap-  26-B, O. Shmidt Str. providing this space and experience preciated as a whole person. Ten years Porcelain Podil for the patient and is therefore trained ago, it was about expanding, investing,  29, Vozdvizhenska Str. within his/her responsibilities and role and establishing a network of clinics Porcelain Pechersk within the team. You are only as strong where we could offer the same level of  9, Bastionnyi Lane as your weakest link and therefore each care and service. member of the team appreciates the Looking forward, it is about continued +380 44 593-77-87 value of his/her colleagues, whether multidisciplinary innovation in pro-  porcelain-dent.com.ua

15 KYIV BASKET MAKES EUROPE CUP PLAY OFFS 4 March @ 19.30 vs Pinar Karsiyaka Palats Sportu (Sportyvna 1) After taking Ukraine by storm last season by making the Ukrainian SuperLeague final in the team’s inaugural season, Kyiv Basket is now storming Europe. The team has qualified for the FIBA Europe Cup playoffs in its first foray into European competitions. After topping DYNAMO KYIV BACK IN ACTION Group F in the first stage, the team advanced to 3 March @ 19.30 vs Kolos Kovalivka the quarterfinal stage by finishing second in Group K in (Premier League – Round 21) the second stage, just a single point away from topping the group. 4 March @ 15.00 vs Oleksandriya The runner-up pits the Bees against Turkey’s Pinar Karsiyaka in (Ukrainian Cup Quarterfinal) a home-and-away matchup slated for 4 March. It’s a remarkable Olympiyskyi Stadium (V Vasylkivska 55) feat as only one other Ukrainian team has ever made it as far in Dynamo Kyiv returns this month from a short the competition, with Khimik bowing out in the 2015 Europe Cup winter break to continue their quest to pick up the quarterfinal. team’s first Ukrainian Cup since 2015. The boys in 120 – 600 UAH kyiv-basket.com.ua blue and white host Oleksandriya in an afternoon tilt at Olympic Stadium on 4 March with a berth in the semi-final on the line. The team closes out the first stage of the Premier League schedule by hosting Kolos Kovalivka the day before, on 3 March, and LINDEMANN TOUR 2020 then visiting Oleksandriya on 7 March. Dynamo 6 March at 19.00 currently sits in second place, having already secured Stereo Plaza (Valery Lobanovsky 119) a place in the Premier League’s Championship While his debut album Skills in Pills continues to Round alongside Shakhtar Donetsk, Zorya Luhansk, find fans around the world, Rammstein frontman Desna Chernihiv, and Oleksandriya. The winner begins a powerful international tour with Kyiv on the of the Championship Round secures an automatic list. This time, Lindemann presents his new album position in the lucrative Champions League group F&M, where German lyrics prevail. Here to get your stage, while second place needs to win two home- heart pounding with beautiful lyrics in cooperation and-away qualifying matches against quality with Thalia Theater, the dark adaptation of Hansel European opponents to get there. The last time and Gretel will combine horror and hope, poverty, Dynamo qualified for the Champions League group cannibalism, and death. stage was in 2017. From 2 190 UAH lindemann.band 50 – 500 UAH fcdynamo.kiev.ua what’s happening what’s

FREEDOM JAZZ – PIF-PUF SAX LIVE SHOW 5 March at 19.00 THE BEATLES TRIBUTE: LIVERPOOL LEGENDS Caribbean Club (Symona Petliury 4) 7 March at 19.00 Bond won`t be there, but his girlfriends sure will Caribbean Club (Symona Petlyury 4) be: slow passionate music with unique exciting The Liverpool Legends, the official tribute band, organised by George highlights and fabulous voices are in the program to Harrison’s sister – Louise Harrison, will make their Kyiv debut this give you chills. An atmosphere of jazz and only the March at the Caribbean Club. Scrupulous attention to detail is given best drama to create a few unexpected plot shifts. to creating a reconstruction of the magical atmosphere of the Beatles. Get ready to fall...maybe even in love! We all wish we could have been there and now we can be. From 590 UAH caribbean.com.ua From 600 UAH caribbean.com.ua

■Live Music ■Art & Family ■Theatre and Classical Music ■Sport/Festivals/Cinema ■Nightlife

16 What’s On Issue 30 | March-April 2020 A FEW FUN WAYS TO SPEND THE DAY WITH THOSE SPECIAL LADIES IN YOUR LIFE roobcio / depositphotos.com roobcio

Stanislav Zaravniaiev Your Way Into Her Heart International Women’s Day features a number of local comedians it’s BACK IN THE SADDLE this month, and if you’re tired of the starting to gain traction. This 8 The ladies love horses (for some rea- typical flowers, cards, chocolates, March, G-point – Generation of son) and taking her on a horseback and balloons routine, then read on: Improv, premiers at Freedom Hall. ride to an amazing place is just the we’ve got a few unconventional ideas You’ll be sure to enjoy a number thing to show her how much you to let her know she’s appreciated. of comical sketches, where the care. Located on Trukhaniv Island, audience suggests ideas for the ac- Kyiv horse club Argamak will get SHOW IT WITH FOOD tors to turn into stories. If you’re you saddled up and trot you through We all love sleeping ‘til noon on Sun- brave enough, you can even get up the beautiful island forest. It matters days, which means there was never on stage and take part in the back not whether you’ve been on a horse a better time to brunch. The Hyatt and forth. Author’s note: the event before: their instructors will get you do an amazing job of ensuring your is in Russian language. Though a comfortable as you sit 15 hands high senses as well as your tastebuds go challenge for English speakers on so this 8 March is one neither of you home happy. Enjoy an elaborate ar- the evening might well ensure next will forget. ray of dishes from across Asia and level amusement. Argamak Europe, while you sip on prosecco. Freedom Hall Trukhanivsʹka 1 What’s interesting about the most Kyrylivska 134 400 UAH/hr recent evolution of Brunch at the 19.30 kievskijklublubitelejlosadejargamak Hyatt is their inclusion of fashion 375 – 775 UAH at the event. On 8 March, Helen freedomhall.kiev GET A LITTLE GREEK – GO Marlen will ensure that all the gals SMASH SOME PORCELAIN in attendance are properly divert- HISTORY IN THE MAKING Is she non-stop, tired, stressed? ed. Can’t make the Women’s Day Dmytro Shurov, aka Pianoboy, re- Shandarashka is perfect for the brunch? No problem. Make sure cently released his fourth studio dame who has little time for BS, you book your calendars for 29 album History. Created by a “ma- and their Stress Relief Room is March and 26 April, where more ture man” preserving his “boy- just the ticket. Let her release her fabulous food and fashion are hood immediacy and courage”, inner demons as she smashes a few per-fectly paired. Shurov ensures a powerful evening plates. As the only venue of its kind Hyatt Regency Kyiv of Ukrainian rock beside a live or- in Kyiv, a session here will have Ally Tarasovoi 5 chestra, with some intense lyrics. her back on track in no time. The 12:30 – 17.00 In addition to the new stuff, earlier best part? There’s no clean-up: all 1 950 UAH hits Kokhannia, Rodymky, Shampanski broken pieces are repurposed for hyattregencykyiv Ochi, and more are in the program. art projects. Book now for com- Palats Sportu plete satisfaction this International FIND HER G-POINT Sportyvna Pl 1 Women’s Day. The theatre not your thing? What 19.00 Shandarashka about improvisational theatre? 290 – 690 UAH Verkhnii Val 42 An entire show created spontane- pianoboy.band Tuesday – Sunday 11.00 – 22.00 ously and randomly, (hopefully) 350 – 1 500 resulting in hilarity! This genre is shandarashka.com.ua new for Ukrainians, but thanks to

■Live Music ■Art & Family ■Theatre and Classical Music ■Sport/Festivals/Cinema ■Nightlife

17 MARATHONS Throughout March & April at locations across Kyiv Spring is in the air! It’s time to unpack those running shoes, get out in the sharp, spring air, and get back to your running routine. March is just the month to do that with several marathons and other celebrations of running for you to choose from. Perhaps none is as popular as the Work.UA Kyiv Half Marathon set for 4-5 April. It is the first Ukrainian race to earn the prestigious IAAF Silver Label. One of only four half marathons in the world to earn the distinction, it means that the race is certain to attract an elite international REZZ (CA) field. Whatever race suits you best, here’s to getting out and enjoying that fresh 7 March at 23.00 spring air! Atlas (Sichovykh Striltsiv 37-41) Canadian DJ Rezz will make her first-ever appearance in Ukraine in celebration of Salat Party’s 5th mini-festival. Rezz is known for her unique sound – a subgenre that cannot quite be put into any box. Expect intense build-ups, heavy drops, and lots of bass elements. Rezz is a seasoned DJ with performances at large-scale festivals like Electric Forest and Coachella. Interesting fact: Rezz was originally born in Ukraine! From 350 UAH Atlas37

Race Date Cost Website Ladies Run 8 March at 10.30 300 – 500 UAH athletic-events.com SHADOW THEATRE TEULIS Record 8 Run 8 March at 11.00 50 – 300 UAH vseprobegi.org 8 March at 13.00 Wild Top Trail 14 March at 12.00 450 – 500 UAH vseprobegi.org Tchaikovsky National Mountain Run Music Academy (Arkhitektora Theophany Hills 15 March at 11.00 250 – 380 UAH timingevents.com Horodetskoho 1-3/11) Work.UA Kyiv 4-5 April 1580 – 3500 UAH workua.kyivhalfmarathon.org The world-renowned Teulis Half Marathon Shadow Theatre returns to

what’s happening what’s Kyiv in March with their new presentation Your Shadow. This innovative theatre astonishes audiences with their grand imagery, emotion, and KURAZH BASIC MARCH unexpected intimacy in every 14-15 March show. VDNK From 145 UAH teulis.show (Akademika Hlushkova 1) All kinds of entertainment, a funky flea market, and a variety of food courts have become local favourites for fans of Kurazh. But this time, NIGHT AT THE LIBRARY the market will get you tapping WITH URBANDAWN (BR) your toes with their daytime dance 8 March at 22.00 parties, charitable activities, and a The Maksymovych Scientific Library (Volodymyrska 58) massive performance organisers, as The library isn’t just for reading anymore… Tapolsky is back at it with yet yet, are keeping securely under their another off-the-beaten-path location for a rave! Join Tapolsky and friends cap. Curious? Check it out. Your at the Scientific Library for a night of drum and bass with special guest weekend with Kurazh is always a Urbandawn from Brazil. With growing popularity from his newly released splendid way to spend time. track: Come Together, Urbandawn is sure to shake any dust off these 150 UAH kurazhbazar 186-year-old walls! From 599 UAH djtapolsky

■Live Music ■Art & Family ■Theatre and Classical Music ■Sport/Festivals/Cinema ■Nightlife

18 What’s On Issue 30 | March-April 2020 ST PATRICK’S DAY WITH THE SHAMROCKS 20 March at 20.00 Volume Club (Harmatna 26/2) ALADDIN AND THE TREASURES It’s time to let your inner Irishman loose. Prepare yourself for the force that is OF THE AFRICAN CONTINENT the ShamRocks! Mixing traditional Celtic sounds with the sounds of punk rock 14 March at 10.00 is how they keep their audiences on their toes. They are known for creating their Creative International Children’s School unique genre called “stout rock”, and it’s guaranteed to sound even better when (Holosiivska 13h) paired with a stout or two. Let your children plunge into an exotic Price TBA volumeconcertclub world full of sunny and wonderful adventures. This time, Creative Children’s School reveals the thrilling world of GRAND ZAXXXIS’ PARTY #11 dance floor. From cold bulldozer Africa. What you’ll find is a real treasure 21 March at 17.00 grind to girly grind, they cover it all trove of incredible nature, home of the Volume Club (Harmatna 26/2) to ensure a little feeling of whiplash largest animal in the world – the African In the mood for a crazy mix of live the following morning. Can you hear elephant, and where people speak music? Volume delivers. Epitome the bass already? Grab your magic more than 2 000 languages. Africa is a (Rzeszow), Zombie Attack (Kyiv), granny cream to get a head start on continent full of mystery and contrast, Strike Each Other (Kyiv), Tsytska the healing and get a ticket. and all you have to do is buy a ticket. (Kyiv), and Anal Fissure (Kyiv) are 160 – 200 UAH 1 000 UAH coming together to light up the volumeconcertclub creativeschool.com.ua/kmds_weekend/

DOCUDAYS REFORMA RAVE 20-29 March 20 March at 23.00 various Palace of Culture (Kostiantynivska 73) Docudays UA International Human Reforma Rave is an event with the Rights Documentary Film Festival returns mission to bring as many people to to the silver screen this spring with an techno as possible. Techno is more incredible list of films, many of which have than a music genre: it’s a community been produced here in Ukraine. Non- and an outlet. This event will be a fiction films of any genre made in 2018- techno virgin’s grand introduction 2019 will participate in the competition to the scene, and a techno veteran’s program for some decent coin, while those musical revival. Guest performers in the non-competition program will be from France, Italy, and Russia ADVENTURES OF shown simply to enlighten, inspire, and will grace the event with their HUCKLEBERRY FINN entertain. There are enough films to keep transcending techno beats and keep 29 March at 15.00 you going all week long – make sure you the party going ‘til 09.00. KMAOBT for Children and Youth mark it on your calendar. From 300 UAH (Mezhyhіrska 2) 50 – 90 UAH docudays.ua reformationcompany Enjoy this musical performance based on Mark Twain’s most famous stories and feel the spirit AUTOBIOGRAPHY BY WAYNE of his exciting adventures. As MCGREGOR the son of the town’s vagrant 29-30 March at 19.30 drunk, Huck lives the life of a International Centre of Culture and Arts destitute vagabond. Travel with (Heroiv Nebesnoyi Sotni 1) him as he takes you along the Former choreographer in residence with Mississippi River in search of a the Royal Ballet of London, Wayne better life. The Kyiv Ballet and McGregor, pushes the choreographic Opera Theatre is always creating frontier with a worldview full of inno- wonderful stories for the whole vations. He brings his own company to family, and this next event is no Kyiv for the first time performing the ev- exception. er-updated ballet Autobiography. 50 – 200 UAH From 280 UAH KyivOperaTheatre icca.kiev.ua

■Live Music ■Art & Family ■Theatre and Classical Music ■Sport/Festivals/Cinema ■Nightlife

19 SUPERHERO RALLY VOICES OF LOVE 4 April at 15.00 Until 31 March Khreschatyk 22 M17 Contemporary Art Center (Antonovycha 102 – 104) Spend the first Saturday in April in a One of the most prominent and provocative Ukrainian artists, Arsen Sava- pretty unforgettable way at a car rally dov, presents his movie and photo project – Voices of Love, a reconstruction with the Superhero Sports Club right in of Marilyn Monroe’s concert in Korea in 1954. Her show aimed at raising the centre of Kyiv. Enjoy an afternoon the morale of American soldiers; Savadov aims to reflect the current state of motorsports with your favourite of Ukraine, which is why everything was shot on location in Popasna and cocktail (every ticket comes with a free Debaltseve, where the theme of cruelty counteracts our ability to love and be drink) on the street and then move on human. The artist will also present his photo collection Diary of the Drowner. to the afterparty and congratulate the 100 UAH winning driver. m17art.center 500 UAH superherosportsclub

IRINA BILYK 6 April at 19.30 Palats Ukraina (V Vasylkivska 103) Our very own Ukrainian Madonna is back, and she is as iconic as ever! The outlandish Bilyk will grace the stage once again this April singing all of the celebrated songs we know and love. Only the best songs from thirty years of albums have made the cut, bringing nostalgic memories of times long past. VIRSKY VS RUSTAVI There’s no better reason to dance as if 2 April at 19.00

what’s happening what’s you were in your 20s again. International Centre of Culture and From 3 000 UAH Arts (Heroiv Nebesnoyi Sotni 1) bilyk.iryna Lezginka & Hopak fusion is on the stage of Kyiv. Folk art, especially folk SUPER DISCO dance, has been something that both Georgian and Ukrainian people 3 April at 19.00 have always clung to as a source Stereo Plaza (Valery Lobanovsky 119) Picture this: some of the world’s of cultural identity. The premiere QUEEN SYMPHONIC ensembles of Georgia and Ukraine most legendary artists of the 80s and 10 April at 19.00 – Rustavi and Virsky – meet for a 90s all on one stage! Take part in a Palats Ukraina (V Vasylkivska 103) showdown of national folk dance at night of moving and grooving with Anticipated to be one of the most ICCA. The dance-off promises to great artists like Swedish Dr. Alban significant events of the spring, hear impress, as, not only do both groups – recognised for many hits includ- the music of Queen at full volume. have folk dances full to the brim with ing It’s My Life. Other performers Produced by Queen guitarist Brian May dramatic masculine virility, but they include American trio No Mercy, and played by a symphony orchestra, also include the enchanting lyrical London Beat, and Bad Boys Blue. let Queen Symphonic carry you into an presence of their female dancers. And stay tuned… the main headlin- unforgettable summer! From 200 UAH er is yet to be announced! From 499 UAH icca.kiev.ua From 790 UAH weeknd.ua palace-ukraine.com

■Live Music ■Art & Family ■Theatre and Classical Music ■Sport/Festivals/Cinema ■Nightlife

20 What’s On Issue 30 | March-April 2020 JAMALA 11 April at 19:00 Caribbean Club (Symona Petliury 4) Eurovision 2016 winner, counter trafficking goodwill ambassador for the International Organisation for Migration, and Ukraine’s opera-educated pop star, Jamala, starts a new musical decade with a chamber program. No stranger to collaboration, last year’s adventures saw her working with UA hip hop star Alyona Alyo- na, Khazak rapper Jan Khalib, and recording the title song for the new film by legendary Polish director Agnieszka Holland,The Price of Truth. 790 – 2190 UAH caribbean.com.ua

BEWARE, FIKSIKI! YA + GOD = A EASTER IN ANCIENT KYIV 11 April at 12.00 Until 12 April 18-20 April Central House of Officers of the Armed National Art Museum (Hrushevskoho 6) Park Kyivska Rus (Kopachiv) Forces of Ukraine (Hrushevskoho 30/1) An exhibition by Myroslav Yagoda, YA This is your chance to dive into the This entertaining show will acquaint you + GOD = A is a poetic reinterpreta- atmosphere of Ancient Kyiv Rus at with some of the most extraordinary tion of the artist’s surname: suggesting the time of its conversion to Chris- creatures – fiksiki! For those who don’t that their specific orientation is a path tianity. After the traditional Easter know, fisiki can be found everywhere, that leads to god. Breaking stereotypes walk, guests will enjoy shows by and they fix things whenever they break. through paintings, graphics, and equestrian warriors, horse-drawn Your children will be invited to take part poetry, his works are transgressive and archery, live vocal and dancing in the show, playing with actors dressed underline his restless attempts to find a fairytale performances, fragments in two-metre tall costumes who sound place in the world. of a spring musical, and cavalry just like they do in the cartoon! See you 10 – 40 UAH reconstruction. Those who come there. namu.museum on Sunday and Monday will be 90 UAH serenaded with folk songs by the re- www.cbo.org.ua markable Svitlana Ostrovska. And, of course, no Easter celebration would be right without delicious meals from top chefs of the Prince Tavern. CXEMA (SKHEMA) From 150 UAH 11 April at 23.00 parkkyivrus.com Former Tetra Pak Factory (Mezhyhirska 82) For those who always wondered what it would be like to rave the night away in a warehouse, your opportunity has come. Skhema was born out of the Euro- maidan Revolution with the goal to give people a safe place to dance and forget about the trials and turmoil of every- BLACK MIRROR day life. It’s the true rave scene, using Until 15 April abandoned factories and underground Bereznitsky Art Foundation (Kozhumiatska 22) locations of the past to host their unique What is time, compassion, understanding? The paintings of Yuriy Sivirin reflect but simple events. Techno acts from complex existential notions, and make the observer such questions. In this case, America, Belgium, and Ukraine will fuel Black Mirror is a retrospective of works over the past five years, where the artist re- the night, featuring a few live sets. calls the complexities of life and aims to give people hope and meaning. Striking in From 400 UAH its directness that can both hurt and open your eyes to something new, this post-me- cxemapage dia art style is inspired by unrealistic imagery, exuding tension, and relief. Free BereznitskyArtFoundation

■Live Music ■Art & Family ■Theatre and Classical Music ■Sport/Festivals/Cinema ■Nightlife

21 BALLET – JULIUS CAESAR 25 April at 19.00 EUROPEAN BADMINTON National Theatre of Opera and CHAMPIONSHIPS Ballet (Volodymyrska 50) 21 – 26 April This was the last ballet choreo- Palats Sportu (Sportyvna Pl 1) graphed by the great Aniko Rekh- Kyiv will host Europe’s most prestig- viashvili, former artistic director ious shuttlecock tournament when the and choreographer in residence European Badminton championships of the ballet theatre. Premiered roll into the city on 21-26 April. The IDENTITIES – 2-DAY INTENSIVE in 2018, this ballet challenges all event will attract Europe’s top talent ANALOG PHOTOGRAPHY preconceived notions of tutus and in badminton as athletes jostle for WORKSHOP pointe shoes. In its place is a hero- the final qualification spots for this 24-25 April (Application ic blood and sand ballet which the summer’s Olympic Games in Tokyo, deadline: 1 April) men will enjoy just as much as the Japan. Traditionally dominated by Photographs, artists, and visual women. The libretto offers impres- athletes from Denmark and England, storytellers are invited to take sions of Julius Caesar: ambition, Ukrainian hopes at the event rest with part in a 2-day intensive analog prowess, opulence, and competing Kharkiv’s Artem Pochtarev, a Euro- photography workshop curated by desires all culminate in his bloody pean Junior Games bronze medalist Can Dagarslani. The workshop death, while his legacy lives on. currently ranked No. 81 in the world. focuses on the perception of space, Adorned with lavish sets and cos- 100 – 3000 UAH as well as the perspectives and layers tumes, the cast makes this one of ubf.com.ua/ of it, which becomes a journey for the best ballets currently in the rep- 2020EuropeanChampionships participants while creating their own ertoire and simply a must-see. compositions. During the workshop, From 50 UAH participants release their creativity opera.com.ua and learn how to reach their own uniqueness in their photographs. Each participant then has a chance to exhibit his/her selected work during the CANactions International Architecture Festival 2020 in May. Working language: English 600 EUR eng.canactions.com/photography_ workshop

ARTEMIEV SVEN VÄTH (DE) 26 April at 19.00

what’s happening what’s 24 April at 22.00 Caribbean Club (Symona Petliury 4) Chi by Decadence House (Parkova 16) Life is not certain, it’s always bearing One of Berlin’s techno scene pioneers is two opposites: love and hate; light on his way to Kyiv this April. Brought and dark; life and death. Artemiev is in by Qievdance, Väth has long been all about this uncertain and eternal on the German music scene, thanks to dilemma, with concerts that are not his Euro hit Electrica Salsa. But that’s SHIVARATRI 2020 SPRING only awesome but also unique – you will not all: Europe knows him too for his FESTIVAL never get the same format twice. A light radio show, record labels Harthouse and 25 April at 20.00 show, fireworks, or maybe both, and Eye Q, and club Omen in Frankfurt. ShivaRatri is a soul-searching musi- even more? Put it in your calendar and Known to several generations as Papa cal experience set in the background experience the duality yourself. Sven, the German DJ will have you on of nature. Three stages hosting From 350 UAH your feet at Chi all night long. trance and psytrance artists from caribbean.com.ua 900 UAH around Ukraine, will feed your mind Qievdance.com and awaken your soul as you shed the coldness of winter and greet the new life of spring. The festival will feature a tea and spices shop, tattoo artist, and eco-team for good house- keeping. This is a family-friendly event, and kids get in for free! From 350 UAH naturalhigh.ua

■Live Music ■Art & Family ■Theatre and Classical Music ■Sport/Festivals/Cinema ■Nightlife

22 What’s On Issue 30 | March-April 2020 Official importer of world’s major brands

WE INVITE YOU TO TEST DRIVE NEW FORD, VOLVO, JAGUAR, LAND ROVER, PORSCHE AND BENTLEY IN OUR MODERN DEALERSHIPS

www.winner.ua

WINNER AUTOMOTIVE PORSCHE CENTRE KYIV AIRPORT Stepana Bandery ave. 24D, Chubynske village, 43 Kyivska street Kyiv (Boryspil highway)

JAGUAR LAND ROVER KYIV AIRPORT BENTLEY KYIV Chubynske village, 45 Kyivska street Chubynske village, 41 Kyivska street (Boryspil highway) (Boryspil highway)

■Live Music ■Art & Family ■Theatre and Classical Music ■Sport/Festivals/Cinema ■Nightlife Lana Nicole Niland The Mythical Kingdom ON YOUR PATH TO ENLIGHTENMENT, HEALTH, AND WELL-BEING, STOP FIRST AT SHAMBALA

In Tibetan Buddhist tradition, the within its premises, you are spoiled for Tantra talks about Shambala as a choice. And while the venue is still in mythical kingdom. In fact, you do its soft opening stage, offering a 30% not need to go anywhere as far as the discount on all services, this is a great Himalayas in order to engage your opportunity to unplug. The packages inner Buddha. Shambala is in Rozh- on offer are plentiful, with your choice ny, a small municipality just outside of focus on Ayurveda, Wellness, or of Kyiv, and they are ready to serve. Spa, with its own options and pricing. All, however, are meant to rejuvenate THE AYRUVEDA OF and allow you to reconnect with your MODERN LIFE most important energy source. Wellness is a buzzword at the moment, and Shambala is certainly buzz- WHAT’S YOUR DOSHA? ing. While the outside of the building While there are pockets of adher- is still undergoing some necessary cos- ents, this system of medicine is not metic procedures, the inside is well on something that is terribly familiar in its way to becoming your new go-to Ukraine. Shambala aims to change in the never-ending search for health, that with their Ayruvedic packages, in- well-being, and inner serenity. From cluding quick weekend trips to three+ the incredible line-up of treatments weeks of therapeutic tradition. Your thinking and planning your return and therapies to the pool, sauna, steam stay will include a consultation with an visit before you even leave. room, salt room, gym, and yoga studio Ayruvedic practitioner who will assess your dosha and offer recommenda- EQUALLY IMPORTANT tions on the best practices surrounding To assist in the ultimate transition to diet, fitness, and general health. The wellness, meals are prepared accord- assessment offers interesting insight ing to Ayurvedic tradition, with no into finding and maintaining balance meat, added sugar, caffeine, alcohol, within and without. or dairy. Water and tea are available throughout the day, and healthy WELLNESS AND SPA snacks are provided between meal- Amid the Wellness and Spa regimes times. At bedtime, your quiet room OUR FAVOURITE SPA are a number of package options awaits, where all amenities (with the TREATMENT – TONING meant to ensure that when it is in- exception of a TV) are available. Start off in a Svedana – Ayruvedic deed time to leave, you do so feeling The mythical kingdom awaits, and steam therapy, then get massaged completely taken care of. With op- the only real question is, when are with a grape seed oil and sugar tions for same-day treatments of 2 you going? scrub. Rinse and repeat with a hon and 3 hours, or 3- and 7-day packag- ey banana mix and wrap to let seep. es, choose from Relax, Beauty, Detox, Shambala  Rozhny (Brovarskyi region) You might even fall asleep as your and Anti-Age. The spa treatments +380 50 500 0288 practitioner massages your head. available can be added on to any package, and are enough to have you  www.shambala.ua

24 What’s On Issue 30 | March-April 2020

Bridging the Gap REMEMBERING WHY WE Yana Andyol CELEBRATE 8 MARCH

The narrative around gender Women in the military: Af- Salary gap: Ukrainian women equality has dramatically shifted in ter the government reversed the earn 23% less than men, according the past few years in Ukraine. With ban on women performing 458 to 2019 data from the State Statis- the advent of International Wom- “non-female” occupations, many tics Service of Ukraine. en’s Day, What’s On takes time to women leapt at the chance to fill celebrate female determination, re- these roles that had for so long flect on the progress that has been been out of reach: It will take another 99.5 years to made, and outline the critical de-  Yulia Chernieva took up the po- achieve global gender equality. terrents to gender equality sition of emergency rescuer in (data taken from the World Economic dangerous chemical accidents at Forum’s Global Gender Gap Report 2020) POSITIVE SHIFTS the State Emergency Service Addressing domestic violence:  Liudmyla Shuhaley is the first wom- The Ukrainian Ministry of Social an to become a senior general Sexist politicians: Deputies Policy has recently launched 15- officer in the Ukrainian Military come and go but mocking hu- 47 – a 24/7 national hotline to Medical Service miliating speech against women help victims of domestic abuse.  Kateryna Slyandieva has become among the “servants of the peo- The service provides psychological the first female Deputy Director ple” remains. The social media and legal assistance to anyone who of The Foreign Intelligence Ser- campaign #ятобінебренд (#Im- has been threatened or affected by vice of Ukraine NotABrand) was launched in direct domestic abusers. It is anonymous Feminitives: After much heated response to Zelenskiy’s remark that and confidential. and complex debate, feminitives (or “Beautiful women remain the core The Third Ukrainian Women’s female-specific versions of nouns brand of Ukraine”, on his visit to a Congress: In December 2019, denoting occupations) naturally French start-up conference. Kyiv hosted this high-profile event, made their way into everyday lan- High abuse rates: The latest with over 70 speakers discussing guage use. In May 2019, the Cab - police data estimates that nearly equal opportunities and controver- inet of Ministers ruled to allow the 1 million women in Ukraine sial gender gap topics. official usage of feminitives for cer- become victims of phys- tain professions (think редакторка – ical and sexual abuse female editor, амбасадорка – female each year. Only 10% ambassador). Ukraine is ranked 59th in the report the assault, global gender gap report. while just 17% know STUMBLING BLOCKS The overall trend is positive, where to find help. Housework imbalance: The un- however, it has moved up six equal sharing of domestic duties re- places over the past year. mains unaddressed in Ukraine. Ok- sana Dyakonenko, of the Institute of Demography and Social Studies, Women embracing politics: 21% of the newly-elected members says, “Discrimination at the family of parliament are women, while level is caused by gender stereo- the previous convocation included types, which are particularly prev- only 12%. alent among the poor social strata. The workload of women at home Women bagging prizes: This Women’s March 2020 far exceeds the corresponding time 8 March at 12.00 February, Ukrainian film director men devote to household duties.”  TBA Iryna Tsilyk won Best Documenta- The never-ending dilemma of fam-  insight.ngo ry Award at the Sundance festival. ily versus career, places incredible Women in tech: Over the last five physical and psychological strain on What’s On would like to wish women every- years, the percentage of women in Ukrainian women, affecting their where a fantastic Women’s Day. May you the IT sphere has risen to 24% – earning potential and reducing op- continue to shine. now in line with the global average. portunities for professional growth.

26 What’s On Issue 30 | March-April 2020 HIGH TEA

COME AND EXPERIENCE AN AFTERNOON YOU’LL NEVER FORGET:

� 1 GLASS PROSECCO � BOTTOMLESS TEA � SCONES � ENGLISH SANDWICHES � PASTRIES ALL FOR 950 UAH

SHINE AND DINE LIKE THE ROYALTY YOU ARE THE FIRST EXPERIENCE – 18 MARCH. SEATING IS LIMITED – BOOK IN ADVANCE AT [email protected] OR CALL +3807221313 SHOTA RUSTAVELI 36, KYIV What’s All the Fuss

Master and Margarita

A MUST-SEE CULT CLASSIC

Roman Mykyta

While baby boomers in the west the stripped-down visionary, one himself as a conniving incubus. flocked to Jesus Christ Superstar, their sees a parallel of Jesus and Mary In Act II, he leads an impressive Soviet contemporaries created a Magdalene. The story is complex; queer ball in a Moscow apartment cult-following surrounding the sur- best appreciated if one under- ala Victor, Victoria. Kukhar, always realist masterpiece – Bulhakov’s stands the source. technically solid, is emotionally ac- Master and Margarita. Meant to sati- The ballet here in Kyiv by the Na- cessible to the audience and her rise absurdity within the Soviet Un- tional Opera Theatre has magical duet with Tkachuk is poignant. Tk- Opera Theatre Photos c/o National ion, the Devil (Vitaly Netrunenko) moments but also inconsistencies. achuk dances convincingly as the is the ringleader, spanning two sto- The music understandably bounc- Master, but his limited stage time wo theatre fiend theatre wo ries: observing the events in Jeru- es around stylistically, but switching makes it hard to invest. salem 33 A.D. and invading 1930s between the orchestra and a track Nonetheless, Kyiv was the author’s Moscow with colourful cronies. In is disorienting. The Soviet scenes hometown, making this cult-classic both settings, he finds oppression, are correctly absurd, but the corps a real favourite local treasure. corruption, sham-trials, cowardice, de ballet lacks the precision to be martyrdom, and nothing new un- convincing. Stronger scenes in- Master and Margarita der the sun. clude the lovers, Jesus’ crucifixion, 5 March at 19.00 At the heart of the ballet is Marga- the Devil’s entourage, and indeed 28 April at 19.00 rita (Ekaterina Kukhar), who makes the Devil himself. Netrunenko per-  National Opera Theatre a pact with the Devil to bring back fects this role with his strong artic- (Volodymyrska 50) her lover (Yaroslav Tkachuk) from ulating body, intense presence, and 50 UAH the Gulag. In the reunion, between his calculating artistic mind. His  opera.com.ua the selfless-prostituted woman and masterful entrance and solo asserts

It’s an expat’s answer to prayers and a dream come true for those EDIBLE INVENTORY who fantasise about trying the Lucky Charms 300 UAH famed foods. Jumble Sweets stocks the sweetest brands from the US, Oreos Birthday Cake 250 UAH and Europe, and ever Japan. Vanilla Orange Coke 60 UAH Hubba Bubba LIFE IS SWEET Bubble Tape 65 UAH Picture this: Lucky Charms, Cheer- Pringles Wavy Sweet ios, Frosted Flakes and Froot Loops and Tangy BBQ 150 UAH – all the cereals North American Skippy Peanut Butter 250 UAH mothers said to eat in moderation Mars Bar at your disposal. And that’s just the Hot-Chocolate Mix 170 UAH start. It takes two hands to count the flavours of Oreos: birthday *Note: Prices listed from website, on location cake, red velvet, lemon, peanut but- prices can vary* Natalya Jaddock ter… you get the idea. If you didn’t know that Mars Bar hot-chocolate mix existed, you do now, and you North American probably need to try it. Wavy Prin- Jumble Sweets gles, check! And yeah – Vanilla Or -  Gulliver Mall (Sportyvna Pl. 1a) Junk Food – Right ange Coke is a thing. Satisfy your  Sky Mall (Romana Shukhevycha 2t) cravings, try something new, or sur-  Dream Town (Obolonskiy Pr 1b) Here in Kyiv! prise your significant other with a  sweetflavour.com.ua worldly treat.  slastic_com

28 What’s On Issue 30 | March-April 2020 What’s All the Fuss

time, and with few archival docu- For anyone interested in Ukrain- Red Famine by ments left behind, little more than ian-Soviet history, this book is memories remain. There were at- worth every penny. Applebaum has Anne Applebaum tempts to write about it, some more carried out meticulous research, successful than others, but as yet, unearthing a series of top-secret Illya Ovchar nothing offering such a high level archival documents as well as some of detail and insight shocking personal stories, accom- More often than not, we easily Historical opinion is divided: some panied by photographs, which help forget what happened in the past. experts argue that it was only a us grasp its gravity. Not only do That doesn’t make us bad people: matter of getting as much grain as they tell the story of Holodomor, it’s just that there is so much go- possible from Ukraine, while oth- but they do it with enough power ing on in the present. One book ers call it a genocide inflicted on to leave the reader in tears. on a historical topic we recently books wo the Ukrainian people. Applebaum finished is Red Famine, by Pulitzer doesn’t seem to come down heavily prize winner Anne Applebaum. on either side: instead, she presents It digs deep into Stalin’s attempt the reader with a more objective at genocide against the Ukrainian view of Holodomor. Red Famine people. Comparable in magnitude The early 1930s weren’t the only is available in to the Holocaust, Ukraine’s Holo- time when Soviet agriculture was English as an domor killed (according to various pushed to its limits: famines with eBook. estimates) more than 4.5 million smaller death tolls occurred in the Alternatively, people in 1932-33. years following the October Revo- you can order This topic isn’t new to Ukrainian lution and after the Second World it directly from audiences: Holodomor is frequent- War. Applebaum sheds light on yakaboo.ua ly discussed, commemorated, and these too and examines their influ- well-taught in schools. However, ence on the later larger-scale Holo- it was expertly covered up at the domor.

bids for a lady’s affection and goes to The Silent great lengths to frame his opponent. The Rink – Charlie Chaplin shows off Treatment his talent in acting and roller skating. Many film critics see this as his most important role. Marianna Haryzha The Frozen North – a comedy directed by and starring Buster Keaton. It tells the Move over Marvel: there’s a new event story of a man’s journey north, which in Kyiv’s cinema calendar. Cast aside gets him into a number of humorous any doubts you might have about si- and perilous adventures. lent films and rediscover the master- The films will be accompanied by the pieces of Charlie Chaplin and Buster Kyiv Rhythm Kings, whose repertoire Keaton. includes early jazz, spirituals, and Film historians believe that the use of much more. music in cinemas was introduced not For anyone who’s crazy about cin- for artistic purposes, but in order to ema, this is an opportunity to open muffle the noise made by the projec- your mind and understand how it all tor. As technology evolved, projectors began. What’s more, it’ll be a totally were housed in a sound-proof box. and the music only served to strength- unique experience, something you The result was more silence. Music en the intense emotions being played won’t get from your average block- stepped in to replace it and score the out on the big screen. buster at the multiplex. Grab your actions on the screen. This March, Kyiv’s iconic Budynok tickets and take a trip back to the Jazz the big screen wo At first, films were usually accom- Kino is providing a rare chance to Age and beyond. panied by a solo pianist, who would experience silent cinema combined preselect melodies to play during the with jazz. The three short films being Silent Cinema and Orchestra screening. As time went by, the focus screened are some of Charlie Chaplin  Budynok Kino (Saksahanskoho 6) shifted away from advance planning, and Buster Keaton’s finest, full of feel- 15 March at 20.00 and towards on-the-spot improvi- ing and elaborate physical comedy. 22 March at 20.00 sation according to the action in the The Scarecrow – a love story in which 200 – 350 UAH film. No two performances were alike, the main character (Buster Keaton) +380 44 287 0438

29 What’s All the Fuss

trip; the trolley bus, marshrutka, sider note: Puzata Hata in Dream More Fun, and metro routes are very accurate. Town Mall is a step-up from the If you pay close enough attention, usual décor. It’s circus-themed with Google Maps even tells you what glowing neon signs and other fun Less Money exit to take out of the metro sta- details that resemble the interior of tion. This is a lifesaver if your in- a circus tent! Natalya Jaddock ternal compass is a little rusty as mine often is. Believe me, nothing CRAZY – AND CHEAP – is more frustrating than coming out In the land of borscht, horilka, COCKTAILS of the wrong exit and feeling like and beautiful churches, there is an If social drinks are on the sched- you’ve ended up on the other side abundance of things to see and do. ule, your usual cocktail bars will of the world. When public transit is But what to do when your budget have to take a backseat. Instead, out of the question, try a rideshare doesn’t allow for much more than plan a visit to Palata No. 6, where company like Bolt. Better yet: borscht? Not to worry, there’s still the drinks are cheap, but the alco- download Uber, Uklon, and Bolt ample fun to be had on even the hol is strong. Be forewarned: this is to compare prices and choose your smallest of budgets! one place that can be found only

wo outlander wo best option. if you know where to look. A great TRAVEL CHEAPER meeting place for both locals and STROLL THE STREETS Public transit – yes, it is scary dur- tourists, the entrance to Palata No. Head to Khreschatyk for some ing rush hour, but it’s a great way to 6 is hidden in a courtyard with no window shopping: you can look, get around the city on the cheap. I signs giving away the entrance. For but you don’t have to buy. Have a rely on Google Maps to plan every a memorable experience, try or- gander around Bessarabskyi mar- dering from the Extreme Cocktails ket, then make your way to the menu. The rumours are true: the end of Khreschatyk and enjoy the flaming helmet cocktail really does view from the pedestrian bridge. come with a flaming helmet. This route is perfect in almost any weather as the main street is lined BANG FOR YOUR BUCK with bars, cafés, and shops to eas- Whatever your budget allows, ily escape the elements. Not far Kyiv is a fantastic city with many from Khreschatyk is Andriivskyi affordable activities to partake in. Uzviz. Of course, summertime With so much of its beauty on pub- brings out the most vendors, but lic display and music filling many the view of Saint Andrew’s church of the most popular public places, is breathtaking at any time of the you will always get your money’s year. If the weather’s nice, worth. spend time meandering through Kyiv Pech- ersk Lavra. It costs next to nothing to get into the extensive grounds, and the view from the Bell Tower is un- doubtedly one of the best in the city.

EAT YOUR HEART OUT The famed Puzata Hata is a budget-friendly choice for food. This place gives true meaning to Palata No. 6 the phrase “cheap like borsch”, but  Bulvarno-Kudriavska 31A fear not – the taste doesn’t disap-  palata6.io.ua point. Puzata Hata will give you the fuel needed to continue on, Puzata Hata Dream Town and you’ll still have some leftover  Obolonskyi 1B bread money (or beer money). In-  puzatahata

30 What’s On Issue 30 | March-April 2020 What’s All the Fuss

A Real Variety A RELIC OF THE COLD WAR dances, and sketches about local Dancing with the Stars fame) promis- THAW GETS HOTTER AND personalities. These all became in- es will satisfy all the senses: good food, HOTTER trinsic elements of Slavic theatrical good drinks, and a cast of “goddess- culture. es”. The main idea behind the show A more recent incarnation of the va- is to entertain: the audience should Roman Mykyta riety show evolved during the Cold be enchanted, surprised, and above War’s Great Thaw. One of Khrush- all, laugh. Thought variety shows were a relic chev’s apparent reforms allowed The show’s running motif compares of the past? Think again: there’s a re- Soviet university students to put on women to grand pianos: authentical- vival happening here in Kyiv and it’s their own variety shows, letting them ly beautiful, with unlimited potential, hotter than ever. push the boundaries of their restrict- but with, perhaps, a complex rela- ed lives a little further than usual. tionship to their player. The musi- THEATRE CULTURE Universities in Ukraine continue this cal numbers vary in tone: some are FOR THE SLAVS tradition even today: it’s a necessary, hot and heavy, others fun and light. The variety show holds a special carnivalesque disruption of order, Somewhere along the way, there’s a place in Ukrainian culture, going giving free rein to the collective id. joyful, unconventional striptease. as far back as the serf theatres. But no more spoilers: go discover it When imported arts like ballet or MAKING BABUSHKAS BLUSH for yourself and bask in the sensu- opera fell out of favour with the Times have changed and so has the al glow. public, following the diplomatic atmosphere: nowadays, national- conflict with Napoleon, theatres ism is too serious a subject, and the turned to local folk material to sat- boundaries we push today might Royal isfy the audience’s taste for nation- make babushkas blush. That’s where  Caribbean Club (Symona Petliury 4) alism. As the shows were informal Caribbean Club comes in. Their new 6, 13, 19, 27 March at 19.00 and usually prepared in a hurry, show, Royal (grand piano), is a caba- From 390 UAH the format was highly eclectic and ret-style performance that chief cho-  caribbean.com.ua episodic, encompassing folk songs, reographer Hanna Palamarchuk (of  CaribbeanClub

31 Ham It Up THE NEWEST BESTEST WAY TO HANG WITH JAMON EDIBLE INVENTORY White wine 60 UAH Rosé wine 60 UAH Latte (x 2) 70 UAH heard it here first – Hamonguys is a Pumpkin cream soup 69 UAH Tassy Klim candy shop for adults! Lentil cream soup 69 UAH Sandwich with jamon 55 UAH MEET THE GUYS Croissant with jamon 79 UAH The place is run by Laurent and Jamon 93.90 UAH Yulia, who know a thing or two Onion jam 119 UAH about giving a warm welcome. If TOTAL 674.90 UAH you think Tarantino is the best dialogue writer, you’ve never heard these two com- light yet rich, and taste awesome. municate with their Most of the croissants you’ll find guests. What’s more, in Kyiv are made with margarine they seem to know rather than butter, but the Ham- their regular cus- onguys croissant is a game-chang- tomers: Hamonguys er. It’s soft, not too sweet, and to- is clearly the go-to tally moreish. This croissant also lunch joint for people gets me hooked on their onion jam. working in the neigh- Spoiler alert: I end up going home bouring shops. with a jar in bag. It’s hard to make a selection To round off the meal, I order a right away – there’s way too much latte, which comes just the way I to take in. The interior is well-de- like it: milky, but you can still taste signed, the atmosphere is as cosy the coffee. as anything, and there’s no music, but that works well in the tight sur- COME ON, GUYS! roundings. If you’ve come to stayed So, the question is this: is Ham- in, be prepared that it might onguys worth your time? get busy. But, they also Definitely! When you have a takeaway op- consider the heart- tion, and for the sum- felt service and the mer months they’re quality of the food, planning a terrace to it’s absurd how un- Google Hamon and you’ll be intro- provide more space known this place is. duced to Lord of Striking Thunder, to enjoy the food. It’s bound to become and other references to all things Jap- a word-of-mouth anese anime. Add “guys” to the end JAMON IT UP success story, and a of that, and you’ll be redirected to Unwilling to risk destroy- sought-after spot for a Kyiv’s first jamon bar – Hamonguys. ing the place after a glass of gourmet lunch or aperitif. Serving jamon, wine, and much wine on an empty stomach, I wait more, it’s a haven of good vibes and for my soup before starting to sip. good taste, nestled in the new Am- Even though I’m usually skeptical THE WHAT’S ON CHECKLIST:  sterdam market near Druzhby Nar- about cream soups, these two are English Menu ü odiv. Caution: when you visit, you’ll gorgeous, sprinkled, as you might English-speaking staff ü feel like a kid in a candy shop. You guess, with jamon. The pumpkin Wi-fi soup is delicately spiced, and the Price $$ lentil one is perfectly textured. WO Rating MAKE SURE YOU TRY: When we move on to the main Sundried tomatoes filled event – jamon with wine – the Hamonguys with cheese 119.90 UAH cured ham is neither salty nor dry  Boichuka 1/2 Bacon 36 UAH – it’s just right.  10.00 – 20.00 Business lunch (all day) We also sample some of their Hamonguys cream soup + sandwich baked goods: the sandwich, feels  +380 66 780 2616 with jamon + americano 99 UAH

32 What’s On Issue 30 | March-April 2020 Tassy Klim Ikigai is the concept of something that gives your life meaning. Having Looking for amazing miso, sumptuous ikigai leads to less stress and a soba, and of course the most ubiqui- healthier life. tous of Japanese cuisine – sushi? These venues found right here in the Ukraini- an capital will get your mouth watering Egersund Sushi || faster than you can say Kawasaki.  Khreschatyk 38 Ladies and gentlemen, meet the kings Fujiwara Yoshi || of seafood. Egersund has a huge  Solomianska 15a range of dishes, from sashimi and tar- This is one of the most truly Japanese tare to whole fish of all types and col- restaurants in Kyiv, guaranteeing beau- our. Good luck trying to make up your tiful design and absolutely delicious CHOPSTICK mind when you’re so spoilt for choice! food. But what makes this place special YOUR WAY With a few different venue options, we is their Bluefin Tuna parties, when the THROUGH KYIV recommend the one in TSUM – some owner brings out an absolutely massive WITH OUR TOP say it’s the best sushi in town. tuna and the show begins! Make sure 10 BEST JAPANESE  10.00 – 22.00 +380 67 823 6071 you book in advance – the tables sell VENUES out pretty quick for this event. Menya Musashi ||  11.00 – 23.00 +380 67 400 8988  various venues Ramen for breakfast, lunch, and din- Ikigai || ner – that’s how often you’ll want to eat  Pushkinska 29 here. This ramen shop has a great con- Looking for a venue for a business cept, with a fun atmosphere and var- lunch? Or perhaps a Japanese restau- ied menu. Just be careful: some people rant with VIP rooms? Or an authentic complain about the spicy red ramen, so experience with food served in tradi- think twice before ordering! tional donabe (special clay pots)? Well,  11.00 – 23.00 +380 97 711 2525 Ikigai covers all that! With vegan and gluten-free options available, Ikigai is a Hanami | – | true experience in Japanese cuisine.  various venues  12.00 – 00.00 + 380 67 220 6977 Enormous sets, mixed cuisine, and tasty rolls, here we come! With all the differ- San Tori || ent options available, no wonder people  Petra Sahaidachnoho 41 come back for more. The innovative An elegant environment with a season- wooden decor helps bring you closer to ing of culture, where the food is cooked nature, allowing you to enjoy your meal with great respect to tradition. Your in a calm and relaxed atmosphere. tastebuds will be singing with excite- Itadakimasu  09.30 – 00.00 +380 66 911 1818 ment and pleasure. And don’t forget   their teppan menu: it’s something to Murakami | – |  swear by. various venues  11.00 – 23.00 +380 44 462 4994 Pastels, florals, and huge windows – that’s the atmosphere you need to enjoy Touch Café || kushiyaki, tempura, and other Japanese  Shota Rustaveli 16 goodies. There are also some Thai dish- A vegetarian-friendly venue that also es available, while their special breakfast serves Japanese food? Yes please! The will really kick-start your day.   menu also encompasses Chinese and 12.00 – 00.00 +380 50 388 3794 European cuisines, so sit back and bask in the luxury of their red-toned wood- Waribashi are disposable wooden en interior. chopsticks that you break apart   12.00 – 02.00 +380 44 206 4920 before you eat. Sometimes people rub them together to get rid of the splinters. Be careful: if you rub When you’re eating Japanese, you together good-quality waribashi, it’s can slurp all you want! It’s usually seen as an insult – as if you think considered a sign of enjoyment. they are cheap.

33 いただきます part too, dressed in white shirts rolled to the elbow, braces, and gambler hats. A word to the wise: New there are rules to follow. One of which is the barman is always right. He is worth your respect however, Speakeasy as he can throw down a mean Old Fashioned. In addition, no more than one allowed in the toilet at a time (if you know what we mean), in Town and there’s no vodka – this is a classy ‘illegal’ joint. Whether you come to start the night Lana Nicole Niland off right or finish on a high, you won’t be disappointed. That is, if CHARLES BAKER TAKES THE you don’t mind parting with a few of IDEA OF A COCKTAIL QUEST your hard-earned doubloons. POTABLE INVENTORY TO A WHOLE NEW LEVEL Old Fashioned 188 UAH THE WHAT’S ON CHECKLIST English menu ü If you were ever unsure that Kyiv is a tered on their site, and email sent and English-speaking staff ü place for adventure, you can quell those received, you’ve got an all access pass Wi-fi ü fears and quench your thirst at Charles to what is a rather funky little bar in Price $$ Baker, the capital’s newest taproom. the heart of Kyiv. Not visible from WO Rating the street, follow the directions to the WHAT’S THE PASSWORD? secret bookcase, utter the appropriate Charles Baker You’ll need to figure this out first, word, and you’re in.  V Vasylkivska 63 because they’re not going to let you The venue is dark, cosy, and very  18.00 until the last guest in without one. Once you have regis- 20s in its feel. The staff play the chbbar

gentle and soft. We move on to the cheburek, a Turn on the Lampa dish I’ve always had a complicated rela- Natalia Kurtiak dinners, or one-to-one mo- tionship with (per- ments with close friends. Born in Azerbaijan, Marat Osypov haps as a result of There’s a smell of shisha in always dreamed of owning an east- dubious street food the air, but it’s pleasant and ern-style venue: something like a hook- stalls). However, this unobtrusive. In fact, they have ah lounge, a place for parties, that cheburek shatters my quite an impressive selection of would serve pilaf as delicious as his prejudices at first bite. hookah. If you’re new to this pur- mother’s. Now Osypov’s dream has be- It’s simply perfect: crunchy, suit, try something sweet and sour, and come a reality: his restaurant, Lampa, with fragrant lamb, and not too fatty. not too strong (strong varieties are best serves Middle Eastern cuisine in the We complete our meal with a genuine- suited to experienced smokers). Some very centre of Kyiv ly delicious khachapuri (anything with are fruity, and some more classic: cheese touches my heart) and agree choose whatever takes your fancy. MULTIFACETED that dining at Lampa is an experience On the drinks side, I sip on a The interior bears little to make a habit of. Besides, you’ll never Laurel Negroni while my part- resemblance to your want to eat a street cheburek again. ner enjoys a cup of tea. Lampa average hookah bar: offers both classic and signature it feels more like a city THE WHAT’S ON CHECKLIST cocktails (made with an east-  cafe, equally suitable English menu ern twist, with added spice and ü for large groups, family English-speaking staff fragrance). The tea is the biggest Wi-fi ü surprise: not only is it remarkably deli- Price $$ EDIBLE INVENTORY cious, but it’s blue. This colour changes WO Rating Pilaf with veal 150 UAH to purple with the addition of lemon Cheburek with lamb 102 UAH juice: it’s a kind of street magic. Lampa Adjarian khachapuri 127 UAH Our opening dish is pilaf with veal,  V Vasylkivska 48 Laurel Negroni 172 UAH served in the Azerbaijani manner. The  Monday – Friday: 08.00 – 02.00 Blue tea with Thai orchid flowers 95 UAH portion is so generous that it could sat-  Saturday – Sunday: 09.00 – 02.00 TOTAL 646 UAH isfy two, while the meat is amazing – lampa.kyiv

34 What’s On Issue 30 | March-April 2020 fed andwatered. and we’llhelpkeep you Like oursocials  WhatsOnKyiv  WhatsOnKyiv WhatsOn-Kyiv.com 

EATS What’s In Focus

Gasanova Przhonskaya Juliya Kros

UKRAINIAN FASHION WEEK FW 20-21 The calendar of events, the rules of the game, and world fashion trends are changing. The Ukrainian fashion industry, as a participant in the international fashion processes, is also consciously moving through dramatic changes, with Ukrainian Fashion Week at the helm. Opening its doors to UFW on 1-5 February, Mystetskyi Arsenal was the place to find Be Sustainable! – a project aiming to bring sustainable fashion to the world, Fashion Accelerator – a show of young designers, the New Names platform and, of course, shows of fabulous Ukrainian designers. Ukrainian Fashion Week, the most recognised and influen- tial event in the fashion industry of Ukraine, are supported by the alliance of partnering companies, who are the leaders and trendsetters in their respective industries: BMW, Mary Kay, TRESemme, IQOS, Kronenbourg 1664, L’OR, Johnnie Walker, Voda Ua and Elio Furniture. Theo

Ksenia Elena Gudu Schnaider Burenina

36 What’s On Issue 30 | March-April 2020 22-YEAR OLD LEGEND This 21 February, Kyiv’s Caribbean Club added another candle to their cake with a loud and proud party for hundreds. Guests danced the night away with superstar NK, who rocked it on stage at 2 in the morning! Of note, choreographer/singer Amador Lopez, actor/host Andriy Djedjula, and singer Tonya Mat- vienko dropped by to get in on the fun too. Were you there? No? There’s always next year. Happy Birthday Caribbean Club from all of us here at What’s On.

IN APPRECIATION The American Chamber of Commerce gathered its members on 6 Feb- ruary at Hilton Kyiv for their 28th Annual Members Appreciation Re- ception. With more than 400 business leaders in attendance, the evening demonstrated the serious and necessary work of the ACC throughout the last year. Distinguished speakers included Chargé d’Affaires, a.i. of the U.S. Embassy in Ukraine, Kristina Kvien, Deputy Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine, Yuliya Kovaliv, Counselor tothe Chief Executive Officer of the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation, Caleb McCarry, Chair of the Board of Directors of the American Chamber of Commerce in Ukraine and Founding Partner and Chief Executive Officer of Horizon Capital, Lenna Koszarny, and of course AmCham Ukraine President, Andy Hunder.

37 Sector A ProRock (Pushkinska 32) Sector D Vatra (Horodetskogo 4b) Podshoffe Brasserie (Pushkinska 45/2) 11 Mirrors Hotel (Khmelnytskoho 34a) Public Cafe (Khreshchatyk 1/2) Terracotta (Shevchenka bulv. 57/29) Hedonist Bar & Kitchen (Antonovycha 4) Pyvna Duma (Khreshchatyk 10) Premiere Palace (Shevchenka bulv. 57/29) Contrabando Food & Wine (Antonovycha 14) Khreshchatyk Hotel (Khreshchatyk 14) Café L’Etage (Shota Rustaveli 16) Ibis Hotel (Shevchenka bulv. 25) Chiken Kyiv (Khreshchatyk 15) SayNoMo (Shota Rustaveli 36) Baklazhan (Shevchenka bulv. 35) Mocco (Khreshchatyk 15) Chachapuri (Shevchenka bulv. 36а) Shato (Khreshchatyk 24a) Mario (Lva Tolstoho 14) Pache (Kostyolna 3) Sector C Velur (Lva Tolstoho 41) Très Francais (Kostyolna 3) Ink (Khmelnytskoho 17/52) Avalon (Leontovycha 3) Druzi Cafe (Prorizna 3/5) Citronelle (Khmelnytskoho 23) Senator Maidan (Shevchenka ave 8v) Opera Hotel (Khmelnytskoho 53 ) City Hotel (Khmelnytskoho 56) Pantagruel (Lysenka 1) Sector B Très Branché (Lysenka 4) Biancoro (Baseyna 4) Fenkhel (Volodymyrska 14) Beer House (Baseyna 2а) Fish Market (Volodymyrska 24a) Aloft (Esplanadna 17) Le Cosmopolite (Volodymyrska 47) Gastro Bar #7 (Pushkinska 9а) Kupidon (Pushkinska 1-3)

Sector E Sector G RybaLove (Vozdvyzhenska 21-23) Belmondo (Hogolivska 17) Druzi Café (Andriivskiy Descent 2d) Radisson (Yaroslaviv Val 24) Varvar (Saksaganskoho 108/16) Kanapa (Andriivskiy Descent 19а) Paul (Yaroslaviv Val 26) Caribbean Club (Symona Petlyury 4) Radisson Blu (Bratska 17/19 ) Ptaha (Ihorivska 5) Ibis Hotel (Polzunova 6) Freedom Club Event Hall (Kyrylivska 134) Tisto, Syr i Titka Bella (Horyva 1/2e) Liberty Diner (Verhniy Val 28) O’Connors (Horyva 15/8) Lumberjack (Nyzhniy Val 15) Urban Grill (Horyva 25/12) Sector F Bar Dom (Sagaidachnoho 10/5а) O’Brien’s Irish Pub (Myhailivska 17) Riviera House (Sagaidachnoho 15) Hyatt (Tarasovoyi 5) Impressa Hotel (Sagaidachnoho 21) Whisky Corner (Sofiivska 16/16) Tike (Sagaidachnoho 31) InterContinental (V Zhytomyrska 2а) Alaska (Sichovykh Striltsiv 20) Bursa Hotel (Kostyantynivska 11) Call Me Cacao (Nyzhniy Val 35) To Be (Verhniy Val 2а) Art of Shkolnyi the Map: Dmytro Where to find What’s On

Sector H Sector K Sector M Kyiv Paris (Sichovykh Striltsiv 10) Holiday Inn (Antonovycha 79) O'Cafe (Mechnykova 9) Like A Local Wine Bar (Sichovykh Striltsiv 26) Normal (Antonovycha 81) Napule (Mechnykova 9) Belle-Vue (Saksahanskogo 7) Fujiwara Yoshi (Solomyanska 15a) Ramada Encore (Stolychne shose 103) Sector J Alfavito Hotel (Predslavynska 35d) Sector L Adelle (V Vasylkivska 29) Guramma (Dniprovskiy Descent 1) Sector N Mama Manana (V Vasylkivska 44) Cosmopolite Hotel (Vadyma Hetmana 6) Park Inn (V Vasylkivska 55) Amster Damster (V Vasylkivska 111/113) 17.804 (V Vasylkivska 82)