Tale of Two Markets, Part Two

Ukraine Market is a mere two blocks down from the European Delicious Market (our last review). With two markets so close together and catering to the same community, there is some overlap. Both have your Eastern European standards, such as rye bread. However, they also have different characteristics – European Delicious is larger, and a little imposing. Ukraine Market is smaller and the newer of the two. Like any underdog, they are very aware of their competition and advertize their prices accordingly.

Ukraine Market has a very small produce section, some carrots, beets, onion and cabbage. Their pickled vegetable selection is larger than their fresh, including pickled dill. Other staples include egg-noodles, bulgur, fruit juices, teas and candies. Behind the counter they have a small selection of matryoshka (Russian Nesting) dolls and other imported crafts.

Their bakery case has large cakes and pastries they make on site, both for their own store and for wholesale. Currently, I’m in love with their honey cookies. They are slightly soft cookies with a delicate honey taste. Call ahead to make sure they’re in stock.

If you are looking for caviar for your New Year’s Eve party, Ukrainian Market’s deli case has several types, including black, red and salmon. Alongside cured meats and cheese, their deli has several prepared items, such as stuffed cabbage. There is a larger selection at the end of the week than the beginning.

Preserved fish plays a large role in the Eastern European cuisine, and there are many types of canned herring and sardines to choose from. (Legend has it that eating herring at midnight on New Year’s Eve will bring you good luck.) Pelmeni, similar to Polish pierogis, that are made in-house stock their small freezer section.

On my several visits, the staff has always been friendly and helpful. I don’t think I could possibly choose one market over the other; each has their own unique feel and niche.


Ukraine Market
10390 W. 64th Ave.
Arvada, CO 80003
303-423-8081