Kategória: Food & Cooking
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Vanilla Crescents – A Central European Advent Tradition
Christmas baking in Central Europe has its own rhythm — slow, fragrant, rooted in tradition. In both the Czech Republic and Slovakia, the four Advent Sundays guide the season like a gentle calendar. Each week brings a new aroma, a new recipe, and a new moment to pause. This post contains affiliate links. If you…
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Rustic Slovak Farmhouse Potatoes
This dish is a staple in Slovakia, made from simple ingredients like potatoes, onions, and smoked sausage cooked in pork fat. It’s comforting and hearty, especially when paired with acidophilus milk for a nice tangy balance. Known as “omastené zemiaky,” it’s all about using what you have for that cozy flavor!
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Explore Nature’s Bounty: Edible Plants Throughout the Seasons
Foraging in the Czech Republic offers a seasonal bounty of wild edibles, including wild garlic, spruce tips, herbs, and mushrooms. It’s essential to forage responsibly and identify plants correctly. This practice fosters a connection with nature, encourages mindfulness, and promotes enjoyment of simple recipes featuring foraged ingredients.
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Czech Kolache Recipe – Small Batch with Quark Filling
Soft, buttery dough. Sweet vanilla quark filling. This small batch Czech kolache recipe brings the comforting taste of Central Europe to your table — without making a full tray. If you’re looking for an authentic yet approachable Czech kolache recipe, this version is just right. With a simple, yeasted dough and rich sweet cheese center,…
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Cherry Harvest Days and One Very Slow Jam
The cherries were ready, all at once. Our tree, quietly filled with fruit while I was focused elsewhere. It felt like the season tapped me on the shoulder and whispered: “Now. Today.” And the cherry harvest has begun. So I did what anyone caught between a garden and a kitchen might do — I brought…
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The Sweet Taste of Summer: Homemade Elderflower Syrup
There’s a unique magic in capturing the essence of summer, especially when it transforms fragrant blossoms into a golden elixir. This year, I embraced the quiet rhythm of slow living and made my own homemade Elderflower Syrup. It’s simpler and more rewarding than you might think – a truly mindful process. The elderflower season is…
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Bread in Egg – Simple Comfort, Zero Waste
One of the quiet comforts in my kitchen is what I grew up calling bread in egg. It’s a dish so deeply woven into my daily life that I sometimes forget it’s worth writing about—because it feels like something that’s always been there. My mother made it. I make it. And now, my daughter loves…
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Rolled Pork Belly with Sauerkraut and Bacon
There’s nothing better than a warm, home-cooked meal. This rolled pork belly with sauerkraut is a simple yet flavorful dish that brings comfort to the table. The combination of juicy pork, tangy sauerkraut, and crispy bacon creates the perfect balance of taste and texture. Not only is this recipe easy to make, but it’s also…
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Easy Homemade Herbal Tea Blends for Winter Comfort
Winter is the perfect time to curl up with a warm cup of tea. Instead of buying tea from the store, why not make your own? Homemade herbal tea is fresh, natural, and easy to customize. Plus, it’s packed with health benefits! This post contains affiliate links. If you choose to purchase something through them,…
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Škvarkové Pagáče with Quark
A savory Slovak treat, these škvarkové pagáče are rich with the flavor of pork cracklings (škvarky) and have a wonderfully flaky texture, thanks to the layers created during the folding process. With quark instead of sour cream, these pagáče are soft and delicious. Ingredients: Instructions: Pro Tip: Try Another Recipe: Buchty na pare: A Taste…
