Czech New Year Celebrations
Learn about the New Year celebrations in the Czech Republic, the traditional ones as well as the more recent ones. (more…)
Year: 2023
Libuše Šafránková in Fairy Tales (and where to watch them)
Everyone remembers Libuše Šafránková as Cinderella but did you know that she starred in other excellent fairy-tales as well? (more…)
Trdelník – History and Recipe
Trdelník is a traditional Transylvanian-Hungarian dessert that arrived to the regions of eastern Moravia in the 18th - 19th century. Let's talk about its history, use in Czech folklore and I'll also show you how…
Czech Retro Christmas in Pictures
Would you like to know what the Christmas season looked like in the Czechoslovak Socialist Republic? Let's take a look at the Retro Christmas from several decades ago. (more…)
Czech National Anthem – Where Did It Come From?
Kde domov můj... that is how the Czech National Anthem begins. But where are the origins of this song? (more…)
Vanilla Crescents (Vanilkové rohlíčky)
Vanilla Crescents (vanilkové rohlíčky) are a regular at the Czech Christmas tables. These Christmas cookies are iconic for the holiday. (more…)
Lard Cakes (Sádlové koláčky)
Lard cakes (sádlové koláčky) were a little overlooked but recently, they've been gaining on popularity. Will they be your Christmas favorites? (more…)
Coconut Wreaths
Coconut Wreaths (kokosové věnečky) are Czech Christmas cookies, perfect for all coconut lovers. (more…)
Modlitbičky
Miletínské modlitbičky or simply Modlitbičky are a Czech sweet of a very poetic origin. (more…)
Brno Christmas Markets
Visiting the Christmas Markets in Brno is a wonderful way to spend the Advent and Christmas time in the Moravian capital. Moreover, Brno was voted European Capital of Christmas 2024! Check out the photos and…