Pampushka is the brainchild of an Anglo-Ukrainian family made up of Maksym Shpachynskyi, his wife Elisha Shpachynska and their brother-in-law, Rob Neale. Our mission is to showcase some of Ukraine’s most loved dishes whilst adding our own British twist to create a fun, diverse menu served up with warm, friendly service.

 
 
 

The Chef

Along with his tremendous beard, Rob has achieved over 20 years’ experience in the commercial kitchen creating culinary goodness. Now, after experimenting with many different Ukrainian dishes, Rob injects some British flavours into this beautiful cuisine to produce a menu that is both authentic and innovative. We are very proud of our menu, the same as we are very proud of our chef!


 

The Authenticator

After moving away from his native Belgorod-Dnestrovskyi, Odesa, meeting his wife Elisha and eventually settling in the UK, Maks is the Ukrainian brains behind the concept. Working alongside Chef Rob to recreate some of his favourite dishes from childhood and disclosing several coveted family recipes, Maks helps maintain the balance between traditional and fresh, contemporary flavours that bring Pampushka to life.

 

The Host

Aftermeeting her husband Maks, Elisha’s passion for all things Ukrainian helped develop the essence of Pampushka and allows her to work with the things she loves the most; her family, food and hospitality....and garlic. Her obsession with garlic knows no bounds, so much so that Chef Rob has even created a special garlic dish on the menu especially for her! Awwwww...