CARNIVAL traditions in Poland CARNIVAL

by Sia

The carnival menu served during sumptuous balls often combines the traditions of all past years. So it is filling and meaty - there are tartare, pates, terrines and venison, but there are also herrings and pork jelly, which many people have a great fondness for Among the cold snacks there are cold cuts, salads and stuffed eggs At night, guests are warmed up by traditional dishes, such as sour rye soup, bigos, beef strogonow, the menu also includes slightly more modern dishes, such as kasotto with mushrooms Desserts are dominated by popular cakes Depending on the rank of the establishment, the food is served by waiters or served in the form of a buffet.

However, you don't have to organize a ball to invite guests to a carnival celebration. Many restaurants come up with a special menu for this period, inspired by different cuisines of the world or epochs in history. Seafood is very popular, especially oysters washed down with champagne, good not only for New Year's Eve, but also for carnival celebrations. The pancakes with sour cream and caviar, smoked salmon rolls and all sorts of food snacks that guests can share are also impressive.

The culinary culmination of the carnival is “Fat Thursday” Fried sweet delicacies, such as donuts, “faworki” and pancackes, arouse enthusiasm throughout the carnival period, but on this day Poles eat the most of them.