The book "Ukraine: Food and History" tells a story of the past and present of Ukrainian food culture. The publication presents Ukrainian cuisine as a part of the country’s intangible cultural heritage. It includes food recipes which could be re-created at home and makes references to the local Ukrainian products, which reflect Ukraine's cultural diversity and the country’s rich heritage.
 
The book talks extensively about the Ukrainian culinary traditions still alive today, traditional cooking methods, and effective food preservation techniques. The authors study Ukrainian cooking traditions in the context of an official diplomatic reception and an intimate family dinner. It is a comprehensive study of the Ukrainian culture of hospitality, national table etiquette and the significance of culinary diplomacy.