The opposite of Instagram wellness.
Punch, punch, mulled wine, and similar beverages. Somehow in Poland, drinks like these, alcoholic or non-alcoholic, are not really a part of the Christmas tradition. It’s completely different from Anglo-Saxon countries, from Canada, through the USA, England, to Germany, where all kinds of punches, mulled wines, and eggnogs are a mandatory part of the Christmas … Read more
Textured soy protein (TSP), also known as soya meat (doesn’t it sound better?), is probably the oldest strictly vegan/vegetarian product produced in the West. Today, it is underrated, somewhat forgotten, old-fashioned, or unfashionable, despite being very interesting and fitting in with current culinary trends such as zero waste, because it is made from waste. TSP … Read more
Actually, it’s not hummus. But it’s an example of how dishes change and evolve. Hummus is probably something that everyone knows today. I suspect that if studies were done, hummus would definitely be one of those dishes that, as a result of globalization, spread from its culinary refuge to the whole world. And it’s something … Read more
Breakfast is the most important meal of the day. However, one does not necessarily feel like cooking in the morning… or at all, really. In fact, I don’t like cooking for myself unless I have a new idea for a recipe, a new taste that I want to try out. Otherwise, cooking for myself is … Read more
Tomato and bean stew is a very traditional Polish dish, some would say it’s a bar or canteen style combination. Of course, we’re talking about “Breton-style” bean stew, whose origin is not entirely clear. The dish was known in Polish cuisine in the 19th century, which would actually indicate France as the country of origin … Read more
Eintopf is a dish known in many cultures, wherever an open fireplace (or bonfire) was used to hang a single pot. It was also a popular dish among the people, not the elite. In Germany, where it was widespread, “Eintopfy” only made it into cookbooks during World War I. At that time, it also became … Read more
