Christmas markets all around the Czech Republic were cancelled out of nowhere on November 26. Without any prior notice, the vendors were left with their stands stocked up and told to pack up and leave. For many of them the Christmas markets is where they make their living for the upcoming months. Here’s how you …
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 opened up to the western influences? And would you like to cook a retro meal yourself? You’re in luck because …
Antonín Dvořák (Dvorak) – most famous Czech composers
Antonín Dvořák (internationally known also as Dvorak) is one of the most famous Czech composers and also the most internationally played one!
Czech Dumplings Guide
Dumplings are an essential part of Czech cuisine. There are many types of dumplings from different ingredients, sweet and savory. Served as side dish, dessert or main course. Here’s an overview of the variety of Czech dumplings with recipes.
Šišky s uzeným – potato dumplings with smoked meat
Šišky s uzeným or potato dumplings with smoked meat are not just absolutely delicious. They are also easy to make and you can prepare a huge batch for your whole extended family.
Czech Stuffed Potato Dumplings
Stuffed dumplings are another variety of delicious Czech savory dumplings and they’re a real soul food. Let’s learn how to make them, recipe included!
Unusual Beer in Prague – Gose, Lambic, Berliner Weisse…
One of the reasons why the Czech Republic is a popular tourist destination is its beer. There are many brands and the beverage is usually cheap. You might know famous Czech beer brands and maybe some of the smaller local brands, you might know the most common types like the 11°, 12°, non-filtered but did …
Hrusice, the village from drawings by Josef Lada
Just 22 km southeast from Prague there’s a village that could be like thousand other small sleepy villages. Except it’s not. It’s Hrusice, the birthplace of the legendary Czech illustrator and writer Josef Lada. Several generations of Czechs know the picturesque village from Lada’s drawings. But are the drawings true to reality? We have always …
Legendary Czech Actresses, vol. 1
They were the stars of Czech cinematography, they enchanted everyone with their talent and beauty. Although they are gone, their names will be well-known to generations after them. Here are some of the legendary Czech actresses.
Večerníček – Czech bedtime stories
Večerníček is one of the most famous Czech TV characters. This little guy has been helping kids with their evening routine for generations.
