Archive for 'Traditions'
What do Polish surnames mean? Posted by Kasia on Oct 7, 2021
Do you have a Polish surname or is there one in your family tree? Poland has more than 38 million inhabitants and is the seventh-largest population in Europe. Many more millions of Polish nationals and people with Polish ancestry live around the world. If you’re one of them, you might wonder about the meaning of your…
Coffee the Polish way! Posted by Kasia on Sep 29, 2021
Are you a morning person or do you like to sleep in? Don’t worry! In Poland, either way, you will be greeted with a nice cup of coffee, any time of the day! Since today is National Coffee Day (Narodowy Dzień Kawy), let’s talk about coffee in Poland ☕️. If you ever ask what is…
Poland’s love of open-faced sandwiches Posted by Kasia on Aug 26, 2021
What comes to your mind when you think of a sandwich? I’m assuming it is a typical sandwich you see here in USA…two pieces of bread with whatever it comes in between…right? Well, you might be surprised by what you will see on a Polish table then, when there is a sandwich time! Have you…
Berries in Poland Posted by Kasia on Jul 28, 2021
If you have ever picked your own summer berries, you know it’s such a fun experience, and the memories last a lifetime! Everything comes together: the weather, the location, the flavors! Do you know what berries are popular in Poland? The range of berries available in Poland is pretty big! My mouth waters just thinking…
Hot dog for breakfast? Only in Poland. Posted by Kasia on Jul 23, 2021
Polish breakfast (śniadanie) is definitely nothing like a breakfast in USA. And a hot dog without a bun is pretty much a breakfast staple in Poland. There are so many different types of hot dogs served in Poland, but the typical breakfast ones are “parówki wieprzowe“, which are pork hot dogs, with a very delicate…
Have you visited Poland during Pierogi Festival? Posted by Kasia on Jul 19, 2021
If you have, then you are lucky! If you haven’t – there is no time to waist! Start planning your trip, because the next Pierogi Festival is going to take place August 8th -14th in Kraków. Pierogi are one of my favorite dishes from Polish cuisine. Comfort food, absolutely delicious! Did you know about this…
Did someone say World Chocolate Day? Posted by Kasia on Jul 8, 2021
CHOCOLATE…Some of us like it milky smooth and sweet, others like it dark and bitter…No matter what is your preference, chocolate is amazing and you should take a bite during World Chocolate Day! Poland is known for chocolate (czekolada) and Wedel is a famous company that makes any type of chocolate treats. Wedel is the…