Topinka – History and Present of Czech Fried Bread
Topinka is the simplest dish of the Czech cuisine. It could easily be called the food of the poor yet is can be so delicious that it's hugely popular all over the country. (more…)
Category: Gastronomy
Muzika, the most traditional Czech Christmas dessert
Have you ever heard of muzika? Although it means "music" in Czech, this time we're not referring to actual music but to a traditional Czech Christmas dessert - a compote that has been half forgotten…
Hašlerky, legendary Czech bonbons
It is December 13, 1920 and František Lhotský, a Czech businessman, just convinced the singer and actor Karel Hašler to give his surname to the empresario's bonbons. Hašler was reluctant at first saying he didn't…
Christmas Walnut Cookies
At Christmas, the walnut cookies are one of the stars of many Czech dinner tables. Here is a great recipe by the Creative Mom, so you can make the nuts at home. (more…)
Vánočka, the amazing Christmas pastry
Vánočka is a typical Czech pastry traditionally made at Christmas. It's similar to the Spanish mona, the German Stollen or the French brioche, although Vánočka is even better. It is rich in butter and eggs, lightly…
Linecké cukroví – the Linzer Christmas cookies
We bring you the recipe for probably the most emblematic Czech Christmas cookies called linecké cukroví (Linzer cookies). (more…)
How to roast St. Martin’s goose to perfection
Roasted goose is a traditional dish served on November 11, the St. Martin's Day. Restaurants are booked weeks in advance, geese - fresh or frozen - desperately sold out. All this so that people can…
Karlovarský knedlík – Carlsbad dumpling
Karlovarský knedlík or Carlsbad dumpling takes its name after the beautiful town of Karlovy Vary. It's a fancier alternative of the bread dumpling, however, it is still very easy to make. And don't forget to also…
Bramborový knedlík – potato dumpling
Potato dumpling or bramborový knedlík is the last from the dumpling trio we present to you. Be sure to check out our recipe for the bread dumpling and the Carlsbad dumpling. (more…)
Kynutý houskový knedlík – bread dumpling
Kynutý houskový knedlík or bread yeast dumpling is a part of Czech culinary heritage. Here is our favorite recipe for this delicacy made with few simple ingredients. (more…)