Typical food and drink

Pierogi - Traditional filled sweet and savory dumplings. They can be filled with various fillings, such as cheese, cottage cheese, meat, cabbage, mushrooms or fruit.

Warsaw tripe or flaki – Thick tripe soup according to a local recipe. The dish has a distinct flavor and a rich, meaty consistency.

Bigos - A thick stew made from sauerkraut, fresh cabbage, various types of meat and sausage. Sometimes dried plums or mushrooms and various spices are added.

Żurek - Sour rye soup, often served with boiled potatoes, sausage and a boiled egg. It is traditionally prepared in a bread loaf.

Gołąbki - Cabbage roll filled with a mixture of minced meat, rice and spices. It is often served with tomato sauce.

Wódka – A well-known Polish alcoholic drink. It is often served neat and chilled. Popular brands include Żubrówka (with bison grass), Belvedere and Chopin.

Kompoc - A traditional soft drink made from boiled fruit such as apples, pears or prunes. It is served cold or hot.

Pączki - Traditional Polish donuts filled with jam or other fillings, often sprinkled with sugar or drizzled with icing.