Daria Lavelle, an author from Kyiv and New York, dives into her novel 'Aftertaste,' blending food with themes of grief and identity. She shares her childhood love for olives and the significance of family cooking traditions, especially dumpling-making during winter. Daria discusses navigating Ukrainian culinary practices in America and the vibrant food culture at Princeton. She also explores how her culinary experiences shape her writing, revealing the powerful connection between food, memory, and storytelling.
