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ODE TO PIGGING OUT: KRAKOW EATS

9/30/2014

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Food, like a loving touch or a glimpse of divine power,
has that ability to comfort.
- Norman Kolpas
For us,  eating your way in different places is equally interesting as knowing their history and actually seeing the sights. Anywhere we go, we usually research where to eat good food and in Krakow these are the places we stumbled upon, some are recommended by locals. This is just a summary of the good food that we ate while in Poland. Feast with your eyes, and perhaps go here when you visit Krakow. 
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PIEROGI AT ZAPIECIEK

Oh good mercy pierogi! This is the staple food of Poland aka the Kingdom of Pierogi. We ate at Zapieciek and its conveniently located in the Old Town. You can sample different kinds of pierogi - different types of meat and vegetables. Depends on what type of dumpling you are craving - savory and sweet, they have it all. Yes, even strawberries and cream. The pieorgi we had was really really good. The dough is perfectly cooked, silky and sautéed with onions. Our friend Anna from Poland showed us this place. This restaurant has a feeling of a good old mom-and-pop restaurant with no frills but only good food. They are prepared by hand with old recipes. 
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POLISH SAUSAGE OR KIELBASA

Anywhere in Europe, sausages is a must eat. Brock is a big fan of sausages and boy, he indulges on eating so much when we are in Europe. The traditional type of kielbasa is usually made with pork and best eaten grilled. We found this one in a local market. Make sure to stop by and see one and eat it to-go. This is an easy meal to grab if you are feeling hungry from a long walk. You can buy kielbasa anywhere in the world but having it in Poland makes it more special. 
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Pijalnia Czekolady E. Wedel is a brand name that resonates with excellence, from years in making good chocolate. In the main square, you can find this cafe, make sure to stop by and get their hot chocolate! It was so good, one of the best that we ever had. Actually, it was so good that we had our dessert here two nights in a row. Thanks again to our friend Anna, who told us about this place. The first night Tanj ordered 3 types of hot chocolate served in small shot cups while Brock ordered dark chocolates paired with red wine. On our second night, we were hungry for more and was eager to try their desserts. Of course, we have to indulge with a slice of cake for Tanj's birthday. They make high-quality chocolates and we bought some to take home. They had a really good packaged chocolate mousse that you mix and bring home. You will definitely not miss this place if you are at the Old Town. 

HOT CHOCOLATE AT E. WEDEL CHOCOLATE LOUNGE

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ZAZIE BISTRO - A FRENCH FLARE IN POLAND

If you are growing tired of the traditional Polish food, this restaurant is a good excuse to not eat Polish food in Poland. We ate our early dinner meal here at Zazie Bistro. It is located in the Kazimierz area, a lot of people are eating here and seats was hard to get. We had delectable meals from start to finish. Getting good French food outside of France is quite surprising but finding one in Poland that exhibits genuine French cuisine is the best surprise yet.
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POLISH VODKA

When in Rome, do what Romans do. When in Poland, drink vodka. We had the pleasure of going to Pijalnia Wodki i Piwa. This place was decorated with Communist-era nostalgia and was pretty neat. It is definitely a fun place to go to, especially if you are looking for night life here in Poland. The best part is - its very cheap! Everything in the bar costs 1 euro except for the food which is about 2-3 euros each. They have different flavoured vodka such as lemon, honey, and etc. Its a good place to "sample" different types of vodka aka just get drunk. 
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BONUS TIP: KRAKOWSKI KREDENS

If you are looking to buy a gift for someone, stop by Krakowski Kredens and get their cookies! The shop is filled with Polish-made goodies. We particularly like bringing food as a souvenir gift to family and friends.
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We had the pleasure of indulging our foodie side in Poland and we ate in other places that we failed to mention, probably because we were too tired to even take pictures of what we ate. Overall, our bellies are happy and satisfied and left Poland with few more pounds, as excess baggage. Another vacation memory that will surely last us (keep the weight off) for a long time. 
Categories: Europe, Poland, Food Adventures
21 Comments
Jennifer link
5/9/2015 12:52:20 am

I love articles about food - everything looked so good!

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Tanj
5/9/2015 05:37:18 pm

Truth be told, it really was good! :)

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dannielle lily link
5/9/2015 01:04:45 am

I didn't know anything about food in Krakow - great post!

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Tanj
5/9/2015 05:37:35 pm

Glad you like it!

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Amanda Zeisset link
5/9/2015 02:01:29 pm

This post just made me so hungry! Everything looks so tasty.

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Tanj
5/9/2015 05:37:55 pm

Me too, when I remember that we ate it. I want more!

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April link
5/9/2015 03:18:26 pm

Ok, NOW you've done it. I am starving after reading this article. At thish point the only thing that will satiate me is polish sausage and periogies!

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Tanj
5/9/2015 05:38:10 pm

Yup, totally agree with you!

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Aileen link
5/10/2015 03:38:04 am

Your food shots are making me drool Tanj! Great coverage! I don't really know much about Krakow's fare but thanks to you, I have an idea about it.

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Tanj
5/10/2015 11:55:43 am

My fave is the pierogi and hot chocolate! :)

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Alli link
5/10/2015 06:12:24 am

Wow!! This all looks absolutely scrumptious!!! I would love to try some Pierogis in Poland themselves! Love the look of the chocolate lounge, yummmmmyy!

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Tanj
5/10/2015 11:56:18 am

It really was so good! When you visit, eat at one of these places.

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Helena link
5/10/2015 09:29:51 am

My brothers just came back from a trip to Krakow and they loved it there! They told me I have to come with the next time they go there, as it was definitely worth visiting again. So I'll bookmark this post and save it for when I go there :)

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Tanj
5/10/2015 11:56:42 am

Oh, thanks! And glad we could help.

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RaW | Ramble and Wander link
5/11/2015 04:41:09 am

Strawberries and cream dumplings sound good to me! :)

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Tanj
5/11/2015 12:56:58 pm

I know right?

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Vicky and Buddy link
5/11/2015 11:18:55 am

You take amazing pictures! Everything looks delicious! I've been to Krakow, but it was more of a stop over on our way to Auschwitz. I would have loved to spend more time there!

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Tanj
5/11/2015 12:57:21 pm

Krakow is pretty and we enjoyed it. Thank you...

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Lieurene Tran link
5/11/2015 06:11:32 pm

Oh you definitely had me at food! I was literally drooling over my keyboard. Everything looks so good! I would love to give them all a try if I ever visit Poland, which I hope is soon :)

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Tanj
5/11/2015 07:15:41 pm

It doesn't just look good, it was really good! :)

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Annika
5/26/2017 02:16:55 am

Great post! I do agree that Polish food is inredible and Polish restaurants are really great. One of my personal favourite places is Bubbles in Warsaw. They have champagnes and wines as well as delicious food. I still remember their amazing tomato tartare :)

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