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Recipes, Traditions & the Taste of Home

Discover authentic Ukrainian and Eastern European recipes, cooking tips, food traditions, and the stories behind the dishes we prepare every day.

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Authentic Recipes

Traditional flavors passed down through generations.

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Cooking Tips

Simple techniques for delicious homemade meals.

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Food Stories

Discover the culture behind every dish.

How to Choose Catering Your Guests Will Actually Remember

Everyone remembers two things after an event: The people… and the food. Whether you’re planning a birthday, a company celebration, a wedding, or a networking

How to Choose Catering Your Guests Will Actually Remember

Everyone remembers two things after an event: The people… and the food. Whether you’re planning a birthday, a company celebration, a wedding, or a networking

Varenyky, Pelmeni – Handmade with Love, Just Like at Home 🥟

If you ask our customers which Vesela Pani products they always keep in their freezer, the answer is usually the same: Varenyky and Pelmeni. They’re

Why We Love Frozen Food (And We Think You Will Too) ❄️🥟

When people hear the words frozen food, they often think of highly processed meals. But that’s not what you’ll find at Vesela Pani. We believe

Homemade Food, Even on Your Busiest Days

Life in the Netherlands can be busy. Between work, school, sports, and everyday responsibilities, there isn’t always time to cook from scratch. Yet we all

Things to Do in Aalsmeer – Discover the Flower Village of the Netherlands 🌷🚤

Just 30 minutes from Amsterdam, 15 minutes from Schiphol Airport and 25 minutes from Haarlem is one of the most charming places to visit in

How to Choose Catering Your Guests Will Actually Remember

Everyone remembers two things after an event: The people… and the food. Whether you’re planning a birthday, a company celebration, a wedding, or a networking

Varenyky, Pelmeni – Handmade with Love, Just Like at Home 🥟

If you ask our customers which Vesela Pani products they always keep in their freezer, the answer is usually the same: Varenyky and Pelmeni. They’re

Why We Love Frozen Food (And We Think You Will Too) ❄️🥟

When people hear the words frozen food, they often think of highly processed meals. But that’s not what you’ll find at Vesela Pani. We believe

Homemade Food, Even on Your Busiest Days

Life in the Netherlands can be busy. Between work, school, sports, and everyday responsibilities, there isn’t always time to cook from scratch. Yet we all

Things to Do in Aalsmeer – Discover the Flower Village of the Netherlands 🌷🚤

Just 30 minutes from Amsterdam, 15 minutes from Schiphol Airport and 25 minutes from Haarlem is one of the most charming places to visit in

How to Choose Catering Your Guests Will Actually Remember

Everyone remembers two things after an event: The people… and the food. Whether you’re planning a birthday, a company celebration, a wedding, or a networking

Varenyky, Pelmeni – Handmade with Love, Just Like at Home 🥟

If you ask our customers which Vesela Pani products they always keep in their freezer, the answer is usually the same: Varenyky and Pelmeni. They’re

Why We Love Frozen Food (And We Think You Will Too) ❄️🥟

When people hear the words frozen food, they often think of highly processed meals. But that’s not what you’ll find at Vesela Pani. We believe

Homemade Food, Even on Your Busiest Days

Life in the Netherlands can be busy. Between work, school, sports, and everyday responsibilities, there isn’t always time to cook from scratch. Yet we all

Things to Do in Aalsmeer – Discover the Flower Village of the Netherlands 🌷🚤

Just 30 minutes from Amsterdam, 15 minutes from Schiphol Airport and 25 minutes from Haarlem is one of the most charming places to visit in

How to Choose Catering Your Guests Will Actually Remember

Everyone remembers two things after an event: The people… and the food. Whether you’re planning a birthday, a company celebration, a wedding, or a networking

Varenyky, Pelmeni – Handmade with Love, Just Like at Home 🥟

If you ask our customers which Vesela Pani products they always keep in their freezer, the answer is usually the same: Varenyky and Pelmeni. They’re

Why We Love Frozen Food (And We Think You Will Too) ❄️🥟

When people hear the words frozen food, they often think of highly processed meals. But that’s not what you’ll find at Vesela Pani. We believe

Homemade Food, Even on Your Busiest Days

Life in the Netherlands can be busy. Between work, school, sports, and everyday responsibilities, there isn’t always time to cook from scratch. Yet we all

Things to Do in Aalsmeer – Discover the Flower Village of the Netherlands 🌷🚤

Just 30 minutes from Amsterdam, 15 minutes from Schiphol Airport and 25 minutes from Haarlem is one of the most charming places to visit in

How to Choose Catering Your Guests Will Actually Remember

Everyone remembers two things after an event: The people… and the food. Whether you’re planning a birthday, a company celebration, a wedding, or a networking

Varenyky, Pelmeni – Handmade with Love, Just Like at Home 🥟

If you ask our customers which Vesela Pani products they always keep in their freezer, the answer is usually the same: Varenyky and Pelmeni. They’re

Why We Love Frozen Food (And We Think You Will Too) ❄️🥟

When people hear the words frozen food, they often think of highly processed meals. But that’s not what you’ll find at Vesela Pani. We believe

Homemade Food, Even on Your Busiest Days

Life in the Netherlands can be busy. Between work, school, sports, and everyday responsibilities, there isn’t always time to cook from scratch. Yet we all

Things to Do in Aalsmeer – Discover the Flower Village of the Netherlands 🌷🚤

Just 30 minutes from Amsterdam, 15 minutes from Schiphol Airport and 25 minutes from Haarlem is one of the most charming places to visit in

How to Choose Catering Your Guests Will Actually Remember

Everyone remembers two things after an event: The people… and the food. Whether you’re planning a birthday, a company celebration, a wedding, or a networking

Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about our products and services.

What are your store opening hours?

Monday: Closed
Tuesday – Thursday: 09:00 – 18:00
Friday – Saturday: 12:00 – 18:00
Sunday: 12:00 – 17:00
Fresh Chebureky every Friday 12:00 till 17-00

Every Friday between 12-00 and 17-00, we prepare freshly fried chebureky with a variety of fillings.

 

You can enjoy them hot and crispy at our shop (a few outdoor tables are available) or order them for takeaway.

 

Every Friday we also prepare:

  • Homemade borscht
  • Fresh salads
  • Freshly baked buns

 

These dishes are available throughout the weekend while supplies last.

Yes.


Our vegan options include:

  • Varenyky with vegetables
  • Varenyky with fruit fillings
  • Holubtsi with rice and mushrooms


The selection may vary, so please check our webshop for current availability.

Is parking available at the shop?

Yes. You can park your car in the free 2-hour parking zone located next to our shop.


Address: Zijdstraat 1, 1431 EA Aalsmeer

Most of our products contain dough or breadcrumbs and are therefore not gluten-free.


However, some dishes may be suitable for a gluten-free diet, such as:

  • Stuffed peppers
  • Holubtsi (cabbage rolls)
  • Homemade cured salmon gravlax
  • Saussage pork
  • Soups
  • Shashlyk
  • Ukrainian pate
  • Minced lard with garlic
  • Meatballs
  • Stuffed chicken leg

Yes. Many of our dishes are vegetarian, including various varenyky, syrnyky, and vegetable-based specialties.

Taste of home in the Netherlands