Lovely Surprise For Seafarers’ Wives

On the eve of the International Women’s Day, the MTWTU invited the wives of seafarers, the Union members, to the festive events in honor of March 8. This year, about 50 seafarers’ wives took part in the master-class given by Master Chef 5 winner charismatic and gifted Evgeniy Klopotenko.

MTWTU First Vice Chairman Oleg Grygoriuk welcomed the event participants: “We continue to work actively with the families of seafarers, arranging holidays for you, gathering you all together. This is an excellent initiative that we will support and develop. On the eve of the International Women’s Day I congratulate everyone on the spring holiday. May the sun always shine for your families! Always remain so beautiful and kind, thank you for your friendship and support.”

During the master class, Chef Evgeniy Klopotenko shared the cooking secrets and techniques allowing to impress your loved ones anytime. A few hours passed unnoticed but this day will forever remain in the memory – filled with vivid emotions, sincere delight and smiles.

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