The legendary Kyiv pastry, which has long become a symbol of the city, continues to attract attention not only for its taste, but also for its price. Over the past ten years, the price of this iconic product has increased almost tenfold, which is much higher than official inflation rates. Economist Mykhailo Demkiv drew attention to this ratio and stated that Kyiv pastry would cost half as much if its price were tied to the inflation index.
In 2010, Kyiv pastry cost 4 UAH 50 kopecks, and now its price has reached 50 UAH. This means that the price has increased by 1011%, while the inflation index has increased by only 409% during this period. This confirms that the price of overcooking is not only significantly higher than the general rate of increase in the cost of living, but also raises questions about economic fairness. For many Ukrainians, Kyiv pastry has become not only a part of culture and a gastronomic landmark, but also a kind of indicator of changes in the country's economy. Interestingly, although the price of this product is increasing almost ten times faster than inflation, it remains popular and continues to attract the attention of tourists and local residents. This may be an indication that, despite rising prices, symbolic products and traditions still occupy an important place in everyday life.
Given such indicators, one can only guess whether the pasty will retain its popularity in the future, or will become another example of "expensive inflation". But for now, Kyiv pastry remains an integral part of Kyiv's flavor.
