"NOIRE" Magazine - Issue 2

Every city has its own spirit - you instantly feel its character and energy. That’s why we couldn’t overlook what’s always in front of us, and what has shaped us.
The second issue is dedicated to Kyiv - to the city’s spirit, to the way it functions, and to the unique phenomena that exist only here. Why, despite everything, it always feels warm, young, and full of joy. Just like you. Just like us.

WHAT’S INSIDE THIS ISSUE?

• An interview with Anton Belinskiy - designer and creative director of Anton Belinskiy Studio;

• “Why did we start eating this way?” - a deep dive into Kyiv’s gastronomy and the phenomenon of Kyiv’s food spots;

• An interview with Oleh Kamluk - co-founder of Kashtan Coffee, Lypy na Lypynskoho, and Kashtan Wine;

• An interview with Illia Siomin - chef and co-founder of Food Spot, Pie Spot, Spelta, and CHICA Poblana;

• An interview with Mirali Dilbazi - chef and co-founder of the fine dining restaurant Mirali;

• “Kyiv Through the Lens” - a photo selection capturing the city through different eyes, because everyone sees it their own way;

• “Ghetto Romance. How Urbanism and Culture Create the Paradox of ‘Loving Problematic Places’” - an article by Ivanna Maliy, urbanist and blogger;

• Editorial shoot
A visual story expressing our style and perspective.