Letnice, Pentecost and Czech Folkloric Traditions
Pentecost isn't exclusively Czech but there are some interesting folkloric traditions connected with the festival called Letnice in Czech. (more…)
Author: Petra
Kapucínský chlebíček – Czech First Republic bourgeois delicacy
Kapucínský chlebíček is a light almond dessert that you can whip out in less than one hour. And it looks beautiful ;-) (more…)
Antoš Frolka, Name That Shaped Moravian Rural Painting
Antoš Frolka is a name that resonates with all admirers of the folklore from the region of Slovácko (Moravian Slovakia), especially in painting. (more…)
Patenty
Patenty (also bramborové placky s makem a povidly) are one of a long series of Czech desserts made from potatoes. The combination of their texture with the povidla and poppy seed filling is what makes them irresistible.…
Lokše
Lokše are a simple Czech potato-based side dish from the countryside. Delicious and easy to make. (more…)
Poppy Seed Bábovka
Poppy Seed Bábovka is one of many Czech poppy seed based recipes. It's easy to make and it impresses with its taste and looks. (more…)
Adam Plachetka – World Renown Czech Opera Singer
Adam Plachetka has been a hit for years now. His mesmerizing bass-baritone has captured the attention of the whole world. (more…)
Kurt Gödel, Famous Mathematician and Logician from Brno
You know his name, you probably know that he was a mathematician and logician. What you maybe didn't know is that he was from Brno. Let's take a look at the peculiar life of Kurt…
Czech Sourdough Rye Bread
I think Sourdough Rye Bread is the ultimate recipe of homesteading. It's a common type of bread in the Czech Republic, often found at traditional bakeries and farmers' markets. This is my recipe. (more…)
How to Make Bread Sourdough
Sourdough is the starter for various types of bread. It is very easy to make, so just follow the recipe to make this key bread ingredient! (more…)