Protected Czech Foods, Drinks and Herbs
This is a list of Czech products that benefit from special protection within the European Union. These protected Czech foods, drinks and herbs bear one of the EU-denominations. (more…)
Category: Eating & Drinking
Czech Sugar Guide
Czech cuisine uses different types of sugar for its elaborate desserts. The Czech Sugar Guide will help you navigate through all the common and less common types and some of the sugar substitutes. (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…
St. Martin’s Wine
Young wine and culinary delicacies, those are the trademarks of mid-November in the Czech Republic when the main protagonist is the St. Martin's wine. (more…)
Rumové pralinky
Rumové pralinky (rum pralines) are an iconic sweet, their production has been discontinued after 58 years. (more…)
Povidla
Povidla is a fruit spread made traditionally from plums (prunes) made in a very slow process and without any added sugar. It's a traditional filling for Czech desserts and pastries. (more…)
Czech Beer – History and Interesting Facts
Beer brewing has a long tradition in what is now the Czech Republic and some Czech beer brands are well-known internationally. Let's look at the history of Czech beer brewing and some other interesting data.…
Special diet? Food alternatives in Czech Republic
Gluten-free, dairy-free, vegan, no sugar, bio...let's look at the options and food alternatives in the Czech Republic. (more…)
Czech open sandwiches Chlebíčky are the star of any party
Chlebíčky are Czech open sandwiches and legendary party food. (more…)
Czech Retro Cookbooks You Should Take a Look At
Would you like to know what the Czech cuisine looked like in the 50s - 80s? What was the typical way of cooking, what was on the table in the Czech households before the country…