Ultimate UKRAINIAN FOOD TOUR of Lviv's Old Town | Ukraine

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After exploring the Ukrainian capital, Kyiv, for a few days, I set my sights on the city of Lviv in western Ukraine. Come with me as I explore the Old Town of Lviv!
Lviv is the biggest city in western Ukraine and is also thought of as the prettiest city in the country. It dates back to the 13th century and is considered one of the country’s main cultural centers.
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My guide Diana from Tours by Locals and I started our tour of the city in Rynok Square, which has been the heart and soul of the city since the Middle Ages. It dates back to the second half of the 13th century.
The square is bounded by roughly 45 UNESCO buildings, as well as the City Hall, museums, restaurants and coffeehouses. There are also 4 quarters around it: Catholic, Armenian, Jewish, and Orthodox.
I loved the city. It reminded me a lot of Krakow in Poland. Lviv was part of a kingdom called Galicia, which included parts of Ukraine and Poland.
Our first stop was the Cathedral Basilica of the Assumption, a 14th-century Roman Catholic cathedral in the Catholic Quarter. Then, we saw the Boim Chapel, a Hungarian family’s burial chapel from the 17th century.
Past several coffee shops is Amadeus, a VIP restaurant that sells Galician food. The building Amadeus is in once belonged to the cathedral and served as the monks’ quarters.
I started with garlic toast and a crunchy European salad, followed by some homemade vodka made with honey, borscht, and Yorkshire pudding! Then, we finished up with eef roast and tender duck.
Next, we left with the owner of Amadeus and walked through the historical center to Under the Golden Star, a former pharmacy where the kerosene lamp was invented in 1853.
Our first dish was a citrusy Galician cheesecake with chocolate, lemon peel, and raisins. We also had cherry liqueur in a chocolate cup, chocolate cake, a strawberry eclair, and rum balls.
Then, we passed through Freedom Avenue near the Lviv Opera. From there, we headed over to the Vernissage handcraft market, where I bought some embroidered shirts and a carved wooden beer mug!
On Lesi Ukrainky Street, also known as 100 Pubs Street, we passed the Armenian Cathedral of the Assumption of Mary, which dates back to 1363. The Armenian community in Lviv dates back to the 14th century.
We continued on through the Old Town, east of Market Square, and saw the gorgeous Dominican Church and Monastery, which dates back to the 13th century. The present-day Baroque-style church was built in the 18th century.
After arriving back in Rynok Square, we made it to Lviv Coffee Manufacture, where you can buy coffee and souvenirs in the first two rooms. Downstairs is where they mine coffee !
I put on a hard hat as we went down to the coffee mine. They make your coffee and nuke it with a blowtorch to make the top a crispy layer like crème brulee!
From there, we saw their terrace and then headed to Lviv Handmade Chocolate. They make dozens of types of chocolate. After visiting the kitchen, I tried some hot chocolate with almond shavings on top. It was so thick, rich, and decadent!
We then continued on to a masochism shop called Masoch Café, where you can buy whips, ball gags, and other sex-related items. They whip you when you go inside!
There’s a hotel and coffee shop, and a lounge area for parties on the lower level. Then, we headed to Piana Vyshnia, which is a shop famous for their cherry liqueur. They have a huge red chandelier made from bottles on the ceiling!
The cherry liqueur was rich in cherry flavor. It’s the #1 drink in Ukraine after beer. I loved it!
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My name is David Hoffmann. For the last 13 years, I have been traveling around the world in search of unique culture, food, and history! Since starting David’s Been Here in 2008, I have traveled to over 1,200 destinations in 83 countries, which I welcome you to check out on my KZbin channel, travel blog, and social media sites.
I focus a great deal on food and historical sites, as you probably have seen! I love to experience the different flavors that each destination has to offer, from casual street food to gourmet restaurant dining. I’m also passionate about learning about the local history and culture.
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[@Quicksilver_Cookie]

Was born, and grew up in Lviv. Lived the best part of my life there. My childhood, teens, my early 20s. No matter where in the world I end up in life my heart will always be there.

[@SendMoreParamedics13]

Lviv is the only Ukrainian city I've been to so far- but I absolutely loved it when I was there. Beautiful city, with amazing (and cheap) food. I lived in SE Asia for two years, and Lviv is still one of the cheapest cities I've ever been, given the quality of what you get. I need to go back!

[@adplanetpamphletsdistribut6488]

I loved the video and wish that I could visit all those places you showed I am from Mumbai and please see what food is served in India kzbin.info/www/bejne/o4vGh6N-q9lgis0

[@rezamoharami9413]

Lviv is literally the pearl of Ukraine

[@daviddobson6108]

Another fantastic video from this gentleman. Fantastic filming, narrative, color, commentary. Way to go!

[@rizhrd181]

Watching this now is breaking my heart due to war happening now in Ukraine! I love all the chocolates, cakes, etc.🤜🤛

[@sivadurban-sa2382]

God bless the people of Lviv and all Ukraine 🇺🇦 🙏

[@punchtalestudio]

What god has to do with that ?

[@Olga_Tkachyk_Art]

❤

[@fodepar]

i've been to Lviv at 2016. i remember the chocolates,the cathedrals,street musicians etc.. but i will always remember the pork ribs i ate near the castle.. sorry,i am a simple guy..

[@engtecksoh7299]

Ukraine - my bucket list of to visit, eat and drink.

[@LP_Munchen]

Well come to Ukraine 😊

[@Quicksilver_Cookie]

Maybe not now. But once we deal with pests that infected our country this moment you are very welcome. We know how to eat, and definitely know how to drink.

[@Olena_FromUkraine]

We will love to have you!

[@smma3166]

Thank you for the video. I hope these places are still there. May god bless Ukraine 🙏

[@KimChung1970Saigon]

Ukraine's beautiful cathedral, architecture, and friendly people. This reminds us of Italy's but with lìtle differences, the food here cost less. Good for travelers could stay longer here. We are all praying God to bless & taking care of Ukraine.

[@Olena_FromUkraine]

As a Ukrainian, Thank you, the world needs to see our dishes! Слава Україні, Героям Слава! 🇺🇦 🔱

[@frankbrenner4852]

Love it! I can’t wait to visit when this horrible war is over.

[@MrHrKaidoOjamaaVKJV]

Having lived and traveled throughout Europe, I got to say, you got some of the best videography on KZbin. Its like the viewer is right there real time with you, simply superb! Safe Adventures and Journeys!

[@LEX-rh8jr]

I'm excited to watch, how foreigners see my country, and their sincere reactions!👍 Watching David after his video "Street food in Odessa". Thanks, David! 👍🙏😷

[@antoneczarajanayagam357]

The guide it not just knowledgeable, but also funny. She always smiles when you zoom at her eating or drinking

[@sugreev2001]

I was waiting for this episode. Lviv is absolutely stunning.

[@sslim8537]

Not as cute as the last host.

[@sugreev2001]

@@sslim8537 lol I’m talking about the city. Ukrainian women are very beautiful in general.

[@thoatravelandfood7549]

Clothes is so beautiful

[@vicentedapalong1671]

Their food looks delicious at the same time healthy

[@melissahamilton1192]

I love it! The food looks so good!!! A very good place to stay to be family with the country!!! God- Bless Ukraine! Slava Ukraine!!!!!!!!!!!!!😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊💝💝💝💝💝💝💝💝💝😄😄💝💝💝💝💝💝💝💝💝😄😄😄😄😄😄😄😄

[@Olena_FromUkraine]

ГЕРОЯМ СЛАВА!!! 🇺🇦 🇺🇦 🇺🇦 🇺🇦 🇺🇦

[@93atri]

Wow Lviv is something man. It's Sights, History, Food & Drinks and the Market places, etc !!

[@fikasionemale8414]

Absolutely love everything on this video, amazing place to visit.

[@SigmaHailey]

Ukraine looks so beautiful the clothes food building everything and nice that you bought clothes for your familyand yourself, Thankyou and safe travels.

[@Mashariki_0]

The wood craftsmanship took me back to your Ghana trip, the details on the crafts are intricate and beautiful

[@nilondra]

Omg super excited when this woman spoke in Spanish and said "que rico como Puerto Rico" Yes!!! 😁🇵🇷🇵🇷🇵🇷

[@bichchau304]

UkRAINA 🇺🇦 City So beautiful , I love so. Much UKRAINIA

[@Olena_FromUkraine]

Я Люблю Україну! I ❤️ 🇺🇦

[@samsungga30s33]

These toursbylocals guides are very efficient. First Margarita and now Diana.

[@dianatours.westernukraine5817]

Thank you! We are too experienced not to be cool 😉

[@Brandon-bh7pj]

I've been enjoying your Ukraine series immensely David. Been watching you for a while haha. Really loving your stuff! Love how passionate and interested you are in cultures I'm the same, I would hope to do similar to what you do maybe one day who know's. But I just can't get enough of your content it's just great! Hope your doing well in these still bizzare and werid times.

[@choichoiproduct8544]

So sad...... Ukrainian i love it we pray you all safety.....

[@ThatLvivGirl]

Diana is magnificent! Brilliant video!:)

[@dianatours.westernukraine5817]

Thank you, Dear! ❤️

[@karenglaicar5486]

Great food tour, really like this Ukrainian series of video's. Thanks and take care. Just subscribed.

[@sandyvasquez4726]

Wow this place is beautiful!!! the food looks so good I would try anytime!!

[@olya8266]

Дякуємо, що завітали до чарівного міста Львів 🇺🇦🤍 ласкаво просимо!

[@jf76]

What a gorgeous couple who both enjoy travel and food together and are so appreciative of the hospitality. Love that.

[@mariannahoranska9962]

Ha ha Kyiv - a lot of salo, Lviv a lot of chocolate 🥰 Lviv is my city! Love this city! If you are travelling to Ukraine you need to visit Lviv, it's amazing. Diana was super professional.....

[@Davidsbeenhere]

Amazing! Thank you Diana is the best ❤️

[@dianatours.westernukraine5817]

Thank you so much for appreciating my work 🙏

[@andreus_777]

“Bud’mo” easy to say and it sounds great

[@seetasingh2032]

The buildings are old and so beautiful.

[@nauset]

I'm going in two weeks!

[@Olena_FromUkraine]

How was the trip, I hope you loved it!

[@MrKurwa-lf1oc]

Love that Host from the Other Videos 👍🏼

[@elblanco5]

That duck looked absolutely incredible.

[@Planet_Advanture]

Great video! Love Lviv ❤️ Not sure if it's the Most beautiful city in Ukraine though... My top 3 are Kyiv, Odesa, Lviv, not necessarily in that order. Each has it's own very unique vibe.

[@petyastebnitskiy8786]

лайк за підтримку малого бізнесу!

[@_koreafoodgirltv1729]

The food will be really delicious. I am constantly watching your videos.🇰🇷😍

[@dzintrarowe4272]

All looks great. Enjoyed

[@DevilGoat1]

Food looks so tasty 😋

[@GrumpyKitten375]

Lviv is gorgeous!!!! Kiev's food seems kind of rough and ready compared to Liviv. David got his ass smacked....that was totally unexpected!!!!! What an episode...

[@Iren179]

Нет, в Киева очень вкусная еда

[@percycruda3074]

How beautiful Ukraine was I can't imagine now how this place could be

[@protocolofficer2629]

Just plain fabulous! Really makes me want to visit. Thanks David. Cheers, Colin.

[@Gruxixo]

16:54 Saint-Honoré... looks like a Chiboust version of it fair enough, a little different from the Parisian one due to shape and strawberries, but this is Lviv!

[@nicklindsey3872]

Looks amazing there

[@evelynlivingston6761]

God protect Lviv 🙏

[@alipalmer6221]

Good ☺️ job, 👍 David.

[@nicolaerfe3164]

You look so good together with Diana!

[@bitcoinman2048]

Very nice country.

[@Olena_FromUkraine]

🇺🇦!

[@Iren179]

Yes ❤

[@Iren179]

Yes ❤

[@vicentedapalong1671]

Ukraine is a beautiful country now its so sad... I hope the war ends they are brothers and sisters by their fighting. I am praying that this conflict still resolve peacefully

[@autemniaequinoctius2030]

who are brothers?

[@svaleks566]

We are not brothers. Never

[@vt1370]

This guy is so amazing!

[@akankshyasatapathy8097]

Come to kharkhiv … I am Indian but I live in kharkhiv

[@bodypositiv6566]

Kharkiv is 👌👌👍👍

[@besconst]

20:17 -"Дякую" - "Дякую" - "Так. Раз, два, три"😆😁

[@PranjitSaikiaGaming]

Awesome vlog🙂👌

[@Nokenify]

Love this!

[@joanrath126]

Gotta make me a pot of hungarian borscht this week.grew up eating it weekly as my families heritage.love it.my favorite .

[@ВладимирИзидорович]

Борщ буває тільки український... Приізжайте у Львів.

[@nataliyadanylyuk1240]

О , а я завтра готуватиму український бограч , це давній рецепт моєї родини

[@chemblumscrum5612]

That Olimpik Donetsk shirt🔥

[@MyTameBird]

You are awesome. Carry on.

[@viktor2465]

!!! приємно почути відгуки від іноземця... хоча люди світ побачили і роблять висновки переважно московіти

[@dhuff632]

I'm a New Subscriber ❤️ Your Channel

[@РоманГришаєнко]

YOu miss the Rebernya - place with barbeque ribs

[@yaroslavvideoedit5672]

Best video

[@martaso6828]

Vyshyvanka really fits you! :)

[@starshipdriver8536]

Ukraine will get my tourist money, not Russia!

[@СашаСоболевський-е5б]

God bless you 🙏😇

[@cozinhadoamador]

Guide😍

[@muhammadbashir4596]

So beautiful 💞

[@artemzolotarov2441]

After Piana Vyshnya adventures just begin =) I have so many stories that started right after Piana Vyshnya 😂😂

[@malayaligaming2057]

Big fan in Kerala (india)

[@ericm2182]

I had been to this places as seen in video in some 3500 years back, and the above lord still kept everything intact....just like in that time.....back in that time there were factory labourers who used to meet one another by sea ships....

[@thedadalts]

Have you spoken to Diana? How is she doing?

[@innademchenkof3250]

Thanks for the video! Great! Though, try to say “Ukraine”, not “the Ukraine” ;)

[@bodypositiv6566]

Try to keep silence !

[@bogdankhan601]

Jerzy Kulczycki, the man who opened first coffee house in Vienna was Polish and was born in Kulczyce, small village near Lwow (Polish city at that time)

[@nataliyadanylyuk1240]

Як же без імперії))

[@danielperdomo4195]

saludos desde venezuela

[@MorganDeshayes]

My first comment here! As I'm French, when I heard they named the Saint-Honoré cake "éclair", I was like "no way"! 😂 Saint-Honoré is the bakers' Saint boss in France. Should I add that Hungary is not slavic? 😛

[@tomatom2547]

Cmon man... They sneak in between slavic countrys sooooo...

[@nataliyadanylyuk1240]

Сноб😌

[@lalo68matsko13]

the video is accompanied by the wrong music, balalaikas are in rashka in Ukraine, different music

[@lovelyboy486]

drone video awesome

[@kunalpatil8747]

Missing Margarita already! 😀

[@abcstream4483]

David forcefully cheers the glass with lady

[@Your.Uncle.AngMoh]

Can you bargain at the markets?

[@Supernatpy]

Yes you can. It is not as big part of culture like in Turkey or other muslim countries but still you can

[@dianatours.westernukraine5817]

Surely! And I’ll help get the best price!

[@stjotw8698]

Support locals..

[@ВладимирИзидорович]

Дуже вдячні.

[@Obelixlxxvi]

Imma grown up kid, definitely going there for the Kamasutra Chocos and Whips 🤣 I had Ukrainian sharabi & kababi friends in London who could outclass me anytime and anywhere in the pursuit of alcohol.

[@michalis101]

You forgot the Amadeus restaurant bill David

[@sugreev2001]

Lmao didn’t expect you go to a masochist shop, of all things. And the mining coffee experience was pretty damn cool.

[@Quicksilver_Cookie]

Absolutely one of the go-to places to visit in Lviv. Unless you're a prude, I guess :) Normal shops and museums are more or less the same everywhere you go. Obviously they all have unique art, and things to see. But if you look for an experience that is truly unique you have to look out for places like these.

[@2075vj]

The funniest part of this video is them giving you a hair net and the chocolate factory. Lol just in case you have one hair still left on your head.

[@vicentedapalong1671]

Slava Ukraini

[@nataliyadanylyuk1240]

Herojam Slava!

[@impressionQ]

Well, the music at the beginning has nothing to do with Ukraine...

[@DKhools]

Completely agree.

[@Hannaenko]

Yep, not only that if I am not mistaken it was balalaika 😮‍💨

[@riturajsinghbais]

I can totally see why David's wife got mad and grounded him from travel abroad. I mean it's all one gorgeous lady after another in his videos with him. I can understand. 😅 Just messing here.

[@RealChristianTV]

Hahahaha😂

[@anonymous77173]

Looool

[@Obelixlxxvi]

🤣🤣🤣

[@therealdontex]

He def. smashed ahahahah just kidding

[@SergiyMichael]

Oh another wannabe sex tourist on benefits

[@percycruda3074]

How beautiful is Ukraine but now ooohhh my goodness how devastating it is and the number one sinner of this is Russian soldiers commanded by Putin,

[@Olena_FromUkraine]

Putin is a terrorist

[@2075vj]

You guys make a cute couple.

[@percycruda3074]

Ukranians are so beautiful and handsome especially the kids awesome to come their but now it's ruined

[@RealChristianTV]

Where is the other girl🤔

[@normb28]

you never say how much the price is ???

[@pyrkhatmyrchiangg5205]

🙏🙏

[@HK-yb6by]

💛💙💛💙💛💙💛💙

[@michaelandersson4926]

👍

[@stmrjs]

Bring the kids to where Kama Sutra is depicted in Chocolate??? lol..

[@Obelixlxxvi]

🤣

[@dianatours.westernukraine5817]

Kama Sutra is hidden from children. I specifically opened it up for David. I’ve got kids too and guide kids quite often. No worries! It is under control 😉

[@BepoHukaPoa]

*2024 рік. Украіна. Киів*.Щиро вам дякую за відео т. Дякуемо США за допомогу* *Та всебічну підтримку Украіни*.

[@Davidsbeenhere]

slava ukraine! ❤️