Iconic Swiss chocolate-maker Toblerone moves to Slovakia
Bratislava, Slovakia – From the Swiss Alps to the Tatras: Toblerone, the iconic chocolate bars famous around the world forContinue Reading
Tag: Food & Drinks
Why were camels spotted in Prague?
Prague, Czech Republic – Prague residents were offered a rare sight last week, as a group of camels was seenContinue Reading
On this Day, in 1992: 30,000 Poles rushed to McDonald’s first restaurant in Warsaw
On June 17, 1992, three years after the collapse of communism in Central and Eastern Europe, US fast-food giant McDonald’sContinue Reading
Ukrainian culture festival to be held in Prague next week
Prague, Czech Republic – A fundraising festival dedicated to Ukrainian culture and gastronomy will be held in Prague next week.Continue Reading
Will Czech beer become UNESCO-protected?
Prague, Czech Republic – The world-famous beer-loving culture of the Czech Republic could soon become UNESCO-protected, local media reported. AContinue Reading
One pierogi at a time, Polish food writer fundraises for Ukraine
Liverpool, United Kingdom – To fundraise money for Ukraine, London-based Polish cookbook author and food blogger Zuza Zak is organisingContinue Reading
Czech Chardonnay from Moravia named best in the world
Brno, Czech Republic – The title for best Chardonnay in the world has been awarded to the vineyards of JosefContinue Reading
Bohemians and Moravians: Two bickering nations under one roof
Prague, Czech Republic – The two main historic regions of the Czech Republic – once distinct polities, then administrative segments,Continue Reading
As inflation hits, vulnerable Czechs turn to food banks for help
Prague, Czech Republic – More Czechs were in need of food aid last year, figures from the Czech Federation ofContinue Reading
Ziemniak, Kartofel or Pyra: What’s the right way to say potato in Polish?
Warsaw, Poland – Potato may be the most popular vegetable in Poland, and the base ingredient for any proper PolishContinue Reading
Prague city centre moves to ban alcohol consumption in public spaces
Prague, Czech Republic – Drinking alcohol in public at night could soon be banned or more strictly regulated in Prague’sContinue Reading
Summer drinks: What are the best rooftop bars in Central Europe?
Budapest, Hungary – Whether you’ve been living there for years or are simply visiting for a few days, sky barsContinue Reading
Czech Republic ranked second “freest country” in Europe to drink and smoke
Prague, Czech Republic – The Czech Republic has been ranked as the second “freest” and most liberal country in EuropeContinue Reading
Polish photographer wins top food photo award for apple pie shot
Warsaw, Poland – Polish photographer Natalia Bogubowicz took the top spot in the Pink Lady Apple a Day category atContinue Reading
Obesity and unhealthy lifestyle blamed for high Czech COVID death toll
Prague, Czech Republic – Widespread obesity is one of the most important factors explaining the high COVID-19 death toll inContinue Reading
Polish Easter Recipes: Sernik, the Polish cheesecake
Krakow, Poland – Every month, Kafkadesk brings you the best recipes from Central Europe, straight from the kitchen of ourContinue Reading
Bat-stuffed pierogi a “likely” candidate for COVID origins, says WHO
Krakow, Poland – The announcement took everyone by surprise. After long months of excruciating investigation, the international team of expertsContinue Reading
Beer-loving Czech Republic turns to wine as most popular alcoholic drink
Prague, Czech Republic – The Czech Republic may be known worldwide for its beer-loving culture, new studies reveal that wineContinue Reading
Francis Ford Coppola vodka named after Polish countess Maria Walewska
Warsaw, Poland – A vodka produced by the wine and spirits brand of award-winning movie director Francis Ford Coppola hasContinue Reading
Hungarian sparkling wine among world’s best after winning gold in France
Budapest, Hungary – Hungarian wine brand Hungaria Rosé Extra Dry has won gold medal at a French competition and wasContinue Reading