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What is so amazing about Krzyżtopór Castle in Poland? Posted by Kasia on Apr 24, 2019
It is definitely one of the hardest polish words to spell: Krzyżtopór! But don’t let this discourage you! From afar, it looks truly monumental. The kind of castle in which you expect to find a dragon in the cellar! A magical point on the map of Poland, that it lacks the publicity of Malbork or Wawel…
Good Friday traditions in Poland Posted by Kasia on Apr 19, 2019
Easter is almost here! In Poland the last week of Lent, Holy Week, is known as Wielki Post or Wielki Tydzień. During this week Polish families prepare their homes for Easter. Traditionally there is spring cleaning, shopping, baking and cooking for the Easter feast. Many churches in Poland observe Good Friday (Wielki Piątek), which is the Friday…
How does Poland celebrate the arrival of Spring? Posted by Kasia on Mar 20, 2019
It may be 1st day of Spring today…but it sure does not look like it in New Hampshire… Although I have to admit that days are getting longer and warmer, so there is hope:) Around the world, people celebrate the end of the dismal winter weather with unique festivals and traditions. Some date back thousands…
Inspirational and empowering quotes for women in Polish Posted by Kasia on Mar 8, 2019
Respect and equality are two words that should matter in any workplace every day. International Women’s Day (Międzynarodowy Dzień Kobiet!) celebrates the social, economic, cultural, and political achievement of women as well as acts as a call to action for individuals and organizations to promote, enforce, and advocate for gender equality. This day is celebrated on…
Get ready for a sweet Polish feast! Posted by Kasia on Feb 27, 2019
Two words: Fat Thursday (Tłusty Czwartek)! I’m sure most of you have already heard about it. Tomorrow it is that day of the year, when thousands of bakeries/coffee shops around Poland will be working intensively to satisfy the desire of millions of Poles that are willing to continue with this amazing Polish tradition of indulging…
How many times a day will you be offered tea in Poland? Posted by Kasia on Feb 19, 2019
During cold Polish winter there is no beverage more popular than hot tea. In fact, any time of the year is good for tea in Poland, not only winter. Also, at a typical Polish family reunion/party you would drink black tea with sugar and lemon before, during, after or between the meals. For Poles no…
What is Poland’s favorite sandwich? Posted by Kasia on Jan 31, 2019
Every country has a favorite sandwich! And is Poland’s favorite sandwich kanapka or zapiekanka? Foreigners are often taken aback by Polish “kanapki”(plural from kanapka). These open sandwiches we eat at every possible mealtime leave the “filling on top”, unlike in so-called “normal” sandwiches. Kanapki (from the French word “canapés”) appeared in Poland at the end…