Czech Food Classics
What is the typical Czech dish? Is it schnitzel, goulash, svíčková (marinated sirloin), or buchty (buns)? What are the defining traits of Czech culinary heritage? And can Czech cuisine offer something to world gastronomy?
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Czech Food Classics: Pork crackling spread
Pork crackling spread, or škvarková pomazánka, is a side dish you are sure to find in nearly every Czech pub.
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Czech Food Classics: Roast pork knee
Although decidedly not a dish for vegetarians, roast pork knee (or pork knuckle) is one of the most popular items on Czech pub menus.
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Czech Food Classics: Marinated Hermelín
It is hard to dispute the fact that traditional Czech cuisine is very carnivorous. But there is one lighter, vegetarian dish that you are sure to find in nearly every pub.
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Czech Food Classics: Tatarák
Tatarský biftek or tatarák, is the Czech version of steak tartare. Although it is not strictly a Czech meal, it enjoys huge popularity in Czechia.
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Czech Food Classics: Svíčková
Svíčková na smetaně, or simply svíčková, is unquestionably one of the most popular Czech meals. The recipe was first mentioned by Magdalena Dobromila Rettigová in 1826.
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Traditional Czech Easter Foods: recipes for each day
Easter, the most important of Christian holidays, symbolizes redemption, hope, and the resurrection of Christ. As is true for all big holidays, food is a big part of it.