Polish christmas

Opłatek, also known as the Bread of Love, is the beginning and heart of Wigilia, the Polish Christmas Eve. The days spent in preparation culminate as relatives are welcomed; we break and share the Opłatek.

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Most of the Polish Christmas celebrations take place on 24th December, and to many Poles, it is the most significant day of the year. And so, Christmas Eve Dinner (Wigilia) is the most important Christmas celebration in Poland, full of magic and traditional distinctive Polish customs, a combination of ancient pagan beliefs and religious ones introduced by the Catholic Church. Check out our round-up of the most popular traditional Polish foods and desserts.

Indulge in the star of Polish Christmas Eve: Traditional Barszcz Czerwony. Tap for the recipe and taste the festive magic.

This Christmassy Polish-style Gingerbread Cake features heady notes from the allspice, clove, nutmeg and cinnamon; and depth of sweetness from honey. A Festive classic!

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Discover the magic of Poland in winter. From skiing in the Tatras to Christmas markets in Krakow, there's something for everyone.

These traditional Polish Christmas foods provide an authentic holiday experience! From stuffed cabbage to mushroom soup to pierogi, be sure you're hungry when preparing this feast!

Are you thinking about buying new decorations? Think again. Our ancestors made their own and we all have memories of making them with our parents but homemade isn't just for children. Baubles, paper

Cecylia Klobukowska, from Poland, shows how to make traditional Polish Christmas fare: barszcz with uszka (clear beetroot soup with mushroom...

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Indulge in a slice, (or two), of food writer Ren Behan’s Polish Christmas cheesecake with dried fruit, perfect for the colder months. If you’re looking for more baked cheesecake recipes, we’ve got a collection for you to discover.

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