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What is Lovage Herb? Lovage, also known as Levisticum officinale, is a perennial herb that belongs to the Apiaceae family. It is native to Southern Europe and Western Asia but is now widely cultivated in various parts of the world. It has a distinct aroma and taste, similar to celery, and is often referred toRead More →

A picture of a garlic plant ready for harvesting. Garlic as basic ingredient in Polish cuisine

Is garlic more of a spice or a medicine in Poland? Well, I would say both, but the strong belief in the medical aspects of garlic overshadows its popularity in culinary use. Still, we do spice up a lot of food with this ingredient although we are not as devoted to it as for exampleRead More →

Ingredients of a Polish dish - salatka jarzynowa with parsley

Is it popular in Polish kitchen? Parsley is one of the key herbs used in Polish cuisine, primarily for its versatile flavour and attractive presentation features. You can safely say that this herb is sort of pan-European staple, present in many traditional cuisines, but I would argue that Slavic nations have a special attachment toRead More →

Sketch of marjoram plant

One ingredient that is more commonly used in Polish traditional cooking, than here in the West is marjoram. What is Marjoram? Marjoram is a member of the mint family and is often referred to as “wild oregano.” It has a slightly sweet and citrusy flavour, making it a popular herb in Mediterranean and Eastern EuropeanRead More →

There are probably some more craft jars of Bigos you can get from Polish shops, and I will surely bring them to your attention sooner rather than later. However, there is one brand that is available everywhere including big supermarkets and that is Pudliszki. The company is a well-known producer of preserved food in PolandRead More →

A picture of supermarket alley

Almost all big shops have introduced some Polish Products in recent years, trying to attract an over-a-million-strong community of new immigrants from Poland. Regardless of whether that was a successful commercial strategy or just a kind gesture, it naturally opened the opportunity for other Britons to see it and try it. Polish products lacking muchRead More →

a person making a dough for Polish pierogi

One of the most iconic Polish dishes are pierogi. Yes, it’s “are” not “is” because the world is simply a plural form (singular is 1 pieróg – and the “ó” vowel is … never mind). So the good news is you will be served more than one piece of food. Pierogi always come in aRead More →

A picture of supermarket alley

Polish cuisine is known for its hearty and flavourful dishes that have been passed down for generations. With a rich history and diverse cultural influences, Polish food still does not attract as much attention as it should. For those living in the UK, there are plenty of options to experience the delicious flavours of Poland.Read More →

“I like goulash but why chicken hearts?” “I’ll eat your heart out” – a slightly horrifying quotation from B-class movies may be a good battle call before embarking on today’s challenge which is a chicken hearts goulash. Hearts, livers, intestines, and all other stuff that Western civilization ceased to consume (or that is what youRead More →