Things To Do
in Berezan

A beet-based soup often served with sour cream and rye bread; widely available at local diners and family restaurants.

Must-Try!

Dumplings filled with potato, cheese or cabbage (and sometimes cherries for dessert); look for homemade versions at market stalls or cafes.

Cabbage rolls stuffed with rice and meat or buckwheat and mushrooms; common at traditional eateries.

Cottage-cheese pancakes often served with jam or sour cream; a popular breakfast or dessert item in local cafés.

The town’s market (often active in mornings) sells seasonal vegetables, fruits, pickles, dairy, home-baked bread and occasional smoked meats. Try fresh farmer cheese, pirozhky and homemade sweets here.

On busy days small vendors sell ready-to-eat items like fried potatoes, pirozhki and pastries — ideal for a quick, cheap snack while exploring.

A formal greeting (a simple 'Dobryi den' — good day) and a handshake for first meetings are appreciated. Address older people with respect and use polite forms of speech when possible.

When visiting churches or memorials dress modestly, speak softly and follow any posted rules. Respect for wartime memorials and monuments is expected.

Locals can be warm and hospitable; if invited to a home bring a small gift (sweets or flowers) and accept offers of food politely.

Ask permission before photographing people, especially inside churches or at private properties; some may decline and that should be respected.

Tipping is appreciated but not compulsory. In cafes and restaurants a tip of 5–10% is common for good service; for taxi rides many people round up the fare. Small tips to hotel staff or guides are customary for good service.

Cash (hryvnia) is widely used in small shops, markets and for local services; debit/credit cards are accepted at larger eateries and some shops, but don’t rely on cards in all places. ATMs are available but may be less frequent than in Kyiv—carry enough cash for rural errands.

March–May brings melting snow, budding trees and muddy paths early on; expect increasing daylight, blooming fields and moderate rains—great for wildflowers and migratory birds.

June–August is warm and often sunny with temperatures comfortable for outdoor activities; midday can be hot, so plan field photography for mornings/evenings and stay hydrated.

September–November features crisp air and colourful foliage; harvest activity in surrounding fields offers photo opportunities but watch for rain and shorter daylight hours.

December–February brings cold temperatures that can drop below freezing, snow and icy conditions—charming for snowy landscapes but dress warmly and be prepared for limited services on very cold days.