July 2nd is the World UFO day which is why I would like to tell you about the unidentified flying objects in the Czech Republic.
Kateřina Englichová, the Harp Diva
Did you know that Czech Republic has its own world renown harpist? Her name is Kateřina Englichová.
Jahelník (Millet cake)
Jahelník was the food of the poor, both in savory and sweet version. Today, I’ll share my recipe for the latter.
St. John’s Eve (Svatojánská noc) and Its Magic
The night before June 24 was believed to have magical powers and people tried to harvest all the magic the St. John’s Eve (Svatojánská noc) could offer.
Makovec
Makovec is another from a long series of Czech poppy seed desserts, so if you’re a fan of poppy seed, read on!
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.
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 😉
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.
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.