Ryba w occie Every Easter, our family gathers to prepare a spread of delicious traditional dishes. Along with this Fish Pickled in Vinegar, we also make Vegetable Salad, Ćwikła (beet salad with horseradish), and Stuffed Eggs. These dishes bring back warm memories of past celebrations and create a table full of love and flavor. Today,
This is a simple recipe for a Polish Easter Babka —a soft, egg-rich cake that is a must-have on the Easter table in Poland. It uses a lot of eggs and is light, fluffy, and perfect with a cup of tea or coffee. Ingredients Instructions Enjoy your babka with a dusting of powdered sugar or
Hearty Fried Pork Tenderloin and Onions: A Rustic Comfort Food Recipe In a world of fancy recipes and gourmet trends, sometimes what you truly crave is a dish that is hearty, simple, and filled with nostalgia. Today I’m sharing my favorite recipe for fried Pork Tenderloin and Onions—a rustic, down-to-earth meal that brings the warmth
If you’re looking for an authentic taste of Kresy cuisine (borderland cuisine, Galicja area) in the heart of Warsaw, Kamanda Lwowska Restaurant is the place to visit. Located in a historic tenement house on Foksal Street, this charming restaurant, nestled in a cozy basement, transports you straight to the old-world atmosphere of Lwów. With its
Step Back in Time: A Retro Restaurant Serving Classic Polish Dishes Kameralna Restaurant in Warsaw. Hidden in a quiet spot in central Warsaw, this small restaurant is a great place to try classic Polish food. It’s close to the busy city center but a little off the main tourist paths, making it a nice and
Herring with Mushrooms and Onion in Tomato Sauce Herring with Button Mushrooms – this delicious and aromatic dish is a perfect addition to any festive table. Herring with mushrooms, onion, and tomato sauce is a traditional Polish dish, often served during the holiday season. The combination of marinated herring, earthy mushrooms, and a tangy tomato
Placki z maślanką na sodzie Polish cuisine is known for its comforting and hearty meals, and breakfast is no exception. If you’re looking for a simple yet delicious dish that reminds you of home, Buttermilk Pancakes (Placki na Maślance) are the perfect choice. These pancakes are fluffy, slightly tangy, and incredibly easy to make. Whether
Polish Style Beef Stroganoff (Bef Strogonow) Polish Style Beef Stroganoff is a hearty, flavorful dish, perfect for warming up during colder months. While it shares its origins with the classic Russian dish, the Polish version has unique touches, such as the addition of pickles and a slightly richer, more flavorful sauce. Today, let me share
Herring is one of the most iconic dishes in Polish cuisine. Found on holiday tables, especially during Christmas and Easter, this delicacy reflects Poland’s deep-rooted love for seafood, preserved foods, and bold flavors. Today, we’re sharing a classic yet slightly modernized version of Śledzie w Sosie Musztardowym—Polish Herring in Mustard Sauce. This version incorporates turmeric
Old New Year’s cookies from Kurpie & Mazury These traditional, crunchy cookies come from the Kurpie & Mazury regions of Poland and are baked to around New Year and Three Kings’ Day. They have a distinctive spicy flavor thanks to the addition of pepper and honey. I baked Fafernuchy according to tradition for the New
Carnival is a time of joy, celebration, and of course, delicious homemade treats! One of my favorite indulgences during this season are Cheese Oponki – fluffy, delicate, and full of flavor. Their aroma always transports me back to my childhood, when my mom and I would prepare them together in our kitchen. Our old home,
Traditional Recipe for Orzeszki Cookies Orzeszki Cookies are delicious Polish treats, shaped like walnuts . They are filled with creamy filling made of powdered milk, cocoa with addition of chopped walnuts. They are one of the most cherished childhood memories for many Poles. To make them you need special molds, that can be found online.
Racuchy Drożdżowe z Jabłkami Polish cuisine is filled with heartwarming, traditional treats, and Fluffy Yeast Apple Racuchy are no exception. These fluffy yeast fritters with grated apples are a beloved dish, bringing back memories of family gatherings and visits at Babcia’s house. Perfect as a dessert or a sweet breakfast, they’re soft, fragrant, and packed
Kutia – A Sweet Christmas Tradition in Poland Kutia is a beloved Christmas Eve dish rooted in the culinary traditions of eastern Poland, particularly in regions like Podlasie, Lublin, and parts of Lesser Poland. Its origins trace back to the Orthodox and Greek Catholic communities, and the dish is a shared heritage with neighboring countries
Wafle z kajmakiem, Piszinger Caramel Wafer Cakes are a classic treat from the PRL era in Poland, a time when stores were often empty, and home cooks had to get creative. In my family, we often made these wafers, but instead of caramel, we used homemade jam since caramel spread was hard to come by.
Puffed Rice and Caramel Cones (Szyszki) Szyszki – Caramel Cones, are a nostalgic treat in Poland, especially popular during the PRL (Polish People’s Republic) era when store shelves were often bare, and families made creative desserts with limited ingredients. Szyszki were a special indulgence, made with puffed rice and caramel, using what was available. Today,
Caraway Soup with Semolina Dumplings, originally from the Kraków region, is a simple yet flavorful dish with several regional variations. I hadn’t tried it before, but one day, with some leftover Sunday Rosół, I decided to give it a go. The result was surprisingly aromatic but still gentle—not overpowering—so I think even those who aren’t
Zupa Kwaśny Klops ze szturanymi ziemniakami Kwaśny Klops is a regional Polish Sour Meatball Soup from the Pomerania region, known for its unique sour taste and comforting warmth. The name “Kwaśny Klops” translates to “Sour Meatball”, reflecting the soup’s distinctive flavor profile, which comes from a combination of tangy ingredients and tender meatballs simmered in
The best time to make traditional Kapusta Kiszona – Sauerkraut for the winter is in the fall, but you don’t have to wait that long to enjoy it. You can easily prepare a fresh batch to enjoy right now, packed with the goodness of cabbage, a touch of carrot, and aromatic caraway seeds. Sauerkraut isn’t
Ogórki Kiszone recipe For many Poles, pickled cucumbers, Ogórki Kiszone (pronounced: o-goor-kee kee-shoh-neh), are more than just a side dish, they are a cherished part of our culinary heritage. Growing up in Mazuria lake district in Poland, I vividly remember the summers spent in my our garden, where we would harvest fresh cucumbers and prepare