Regardless of the fact that you can enjoy catching fish in Varmia and Masuria, you can also enjoy eating them here, too! The region is famous for dishes prepared from local fish species complemented by ingredients foraged from local fields, meadows and forests. Many fish specialties are offered by restaurants that are a part of […]
Sękacz from the Forest – The Famous Spit Cake from Żytkiejmy
Perhaps many of you have already had the opportunity to try the Sękacz (pronounced sen-CATCH), the cake famed in northern Poland that is baked on a rotating spit. We have tried many, but it was the Sękacz from the Forest that won our hearts. And this is because there are no half measures when it […]
Delicious Favourites from Olsztynek
Have you ever tasted the Jagodzianki from Olsztynek? If not, they’re certainly worth trying! This exceptional yeast bun has been associated with the town of Olsztynek for years, mainly with the “Jagodzianka” patisserie, which has been making these mouthwateringly good blueberry yeast buns since the 1980s. Their immense popularity stems from their simplicity, traditional yeast […]
Visit the Restaurant with a Green Stove – a place of nostalgia that is nice and easy going
In the little Masurian town of Olsztynek there is an amazing’ Restaurant with a Green Stove ‘named after the stove which has been attracting numerous guest over the years. The unique atmosphere is created not only by a homely interior but also by the beautiful, green, old tiled stove which keeps guests warm on cold […]
Culinary heritage to discover
Members of The Network of Culinary Heritage ‘Warmia, Mazury Powiśle’ provide you with numerous tasting sensations. You can sample dishes and products and participate in events promoting natural, local food. The region is famous for its richness of taste and original dishes prepared on the basis of natural ingredients. Local dishes and drinks including different […]
Winter food recommendations from chefs in Varmia and Masuria
The richness of the surrounding nature combined with the local chefs’ experience and talent allow you the opportunity to try the unique tastes of Varmia and Masuria. Undoubtedly, the region can be called the culinary capital of Poland so let’s see what the top chefs from the best regional restaurants recommend for winter. Onion soup, […]
Pelmeni, zarkoje and Russian solianka in Matryoshka Restaurant
Matryoshka Restaurant is situated in the centre of Gołdap (more about Gołdap on here), 300 metres from the Main Square. Guests can use the dining room as well as the conference room, both equipped with ventilation and air-conditioning. Above the restaurant there are guest rooms. Matryoshka Restaurant upholds a border tradition with particular focus on […]
Beer with Passion
As a big fan of beer and the ongoing Polish beer revolution, which is changing attitudes towards beer, I was eagerly awaiting the opening of the first craft brewery in Olsztyn. Craft breweries are usually small plants that are established by home brewers who want to produce high quality beer in no rush in order […]