Red Currant Koláče (rybízové koláče) is my staple summer dessert. Currant is a common fruit in the Czech Republic and koláče are one of the many delicious ways to use it in the kitchen.
Chodské koláče
Chodské koláče is one of the many types of Koláče. They are traditional in the western part of the country called Chodsko (Chodenland) and you can always spot them thanks to their unique decoration.
Hanácký koláč, the King among koláče (kolache)
Hanácký koláč is the best thing among koláče (kolache) typical of the region of its origin, Hanácko (Hanakia).
Koláče
Koláče (read “kolache”) is a traditional Czech sweet pastry baked for celebrations such as hody or the Czech Mardi Gras called Fašank.
Švěstkový koláč (Plum Tart)
At the beginning of fall, plums are a frequent topic of conversation in the Czech Republic and Švestkový koláč or Plum Tart is a great way to make use of fresh plums.
Jablečný makovec
Jablečný makovec is a poppy seed and apple cake that you can make with delicious quark cheese topping or in a simple version.
Povidla Ice-Cream
Povidla ice-cream is an original way to utilize a traditional Czech ingredient. Great in summer or as a component of other desserts.
Šátečky
Šátečky with traditional fillings are one of the most iconic pastries of Czech cuisine.
Tvarohový Mazanec
Here’s Tvarohový Mazanec, a faster version of Mazanec, the traditional Czech Easter pastry.
Šestinedělí – Czech Puerperium
Šestinedělí is a period of six weeks after the birth of a child (puerperium) that has a lot of traditions tied to it and is still often observed in the Czech Republic.