"Edmonton Perogies: The Soul of the City Revealed"

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"Edmonton Perogies: The Soul of the City Revealed"

Discover the soul of Edmonton through its delectable perogies in our latest newsletter! 🍴🌟

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Oct 27, 2025

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Edmonton Perogies: More Than Just a Dumpling, It's the City's Soul

In Edmonton, the perogy is far more than just food; it's a cherished symbol of Ukrainian heritage deeply kneaded into the city’s identity.

This culinary legacy began in the late 1890s when settlers first brought their traditional recipes to the prairies.

Today, the heartbeat of this tradition is found in church basements like St. John's Ukrainian Orthodox Cathedral, where community volunteers hold “perogy bees” to hand-pinch thousands of dumplings.

These community-made treasures are a staple in countless local homes.

Alongside these events, family-run institutions like Shumka Ukrainian Foods and Uncle Ed’s have served authentic recipes for decades.

Now, a new generation is re-imagining the dish, with social enterprises like DON'YA Ukraine's Kitchen offering modern takes and providing work for newcomers.

From historic cultural halls to trendy restaurants, the humble perogy remains an enduring and delicious part of Edmonton’s soul.