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Polinist is celebrating Polish food culture through hundreds of Polish recipes and stories. Our dream for the Polonist is to be a voice that honours, celebrates and proudly represents Polish food culture. We want to empower communities of Polish heritage through online storytelling, that helps them discover Polish culinary traditions and become proud of their roots.
Polonist
7M ago
In this collection, we’ll delve into six main categories of pierogi fillings: Absolute classics, savoury delights, fruit-filled temptations, seasonal treats, hidden regional gems, and inspired twists from the Polish diaspora. Keep in mind; this list is but a glimpse into the diverse universe of pierogi fillings. Countless local variations and bold experiments await your discovery. ..read more
Polonist
10M ago
Cooking is always easier and more fun when you have the right ingredients on hand. This guide covers stocking your pantry, so that you always have what you need to cook your next Polish meal. If you can get all of these products at a Polish store, ideally “made in Poland” – great! But sadly ..read more
Polonist
10M ago
In the Catholic faith, Lent lasts for almost six weeks. It’s a time of spiritual preparation for the upcoming Easter. Today, religious fasting has more of a symbolic value. Poles no longer practice it the same way as they used to only centuries ago. And believe me – we were good at it. The practice ..read more
Polonist
10M ago
Living far away from Poland, cooking a classic Polish dish can be a real challenge. The trickiest part? Finding all the right ingredients. In this guide, you’ll find: the list of the most popular Polish ingredients, where to buy them, how to substitute them (if buying is not an option), and how to use them ..read more
Polonist
10M ago
Just so we’re clear – I’m no vodka expert (which is a shame), but some might claim that being Polish gives me a certain advantage… Therefore I read, listened and empirically tested them (undoubtedly the best part!)… All of this pleasant research has successfully filled the gaps in my “spiritual” education. I’m hoping to round ..read more
Polonist
10M ago
It’s no secret that Poles (just like our German and Czech neighbours) love beer. Some 39% of those who drink alcohol name beer as their preferred beverage, while only 25% opt for wine (according to a CBOS 2019 poll). And while the popularity of Polish craft beers is growing – mass market brews aren’t going ..read more
Polonist
1y ago
Note: This article was originally published in late March 2023, and will be updated with photography as the year progresses. Watch this space :) Polish cuisine is deeply rooted in the changing seasons and the many special occasions and celebrations that take place throughout the year. This is why you’ll find that many restaurants in ..read more
Polonist
1y ago
Note: For the glossary of Polish terms mentioned, scroll down or click here. Brushing off a thin layer of dust, I reveal yet another handwritten label. This time, it’s tarnina (blackthorn), 2018. Next, there’s pigwa (quince) 2020, czeremcha (bird cherry) 2021, and at least three scores of nalewka bottles more. On the opposite wall, wooden ..read more
Polonist
1y ago
Oh, chanterelles. It’s no wonder they get labelled as “the gold of the forest” – they’re so small and precious. Some believe that brewing a soup would be a waste of such a fine ingredient. But if you’re a prolific forager ( or if you have a generous one in your social circle), you may ..read more