Immerse yourself in the captivating world of old Polish cuisine during this hands-on workshop at Royal Łazienki Museum. Explore the fascinating evolution of flavors and cooking techniques from the 16th to the 18th centuries. Participants will learn to prepare historical dishes featuring unique combinations of oriental spices, sour notes, and elegant French influences. Each session offers a distinct menu, providing an enriching interactive gastronomic experience.
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This culinary workshop delves into the world of old Polish cuisine between the 16th and 18th centuries, exploring how flavors and cooking techniques evolved. Participants will learn about and prepare dishes featuring oriental spices, sour notes, and French influences, experiencing distinct menus for each session.
The 'Pieprzno i szafranno' (Peppery and Saffron) culinary workshop offers participants a journey into the rich history of Polish cuisine, spanning the 16th to 18th centuries. The first session on April 12th focuses on the 16th century, characterized by oriental spices, sour notes, and bold contrasts influenced by Eastern contacts. The menu includes baked root vegetables in an apple cider vinegar and honey marinade with cumin and ginger, bread dumplings in a saffron sauce with raisins and pepper, and cardamom rice pudding with saffron and rosewater. The second session on April 26th explores the 18th century, a period of gentler, more 'European' flavors with French inspirations. Participants will prepare Por a la Polonaise, pierogi with smoked cheese and potatoes, and baked apples with vanilla sauce. These workshops are led by Piotr Bruś-Klepacki, an experienced chef passionate about ethnic cuisines and culinary history.
Tickets for the culinary workshop were priced at 40 PLN per session and have all been sold out. The workshop is open to individuals aged 14 and above.
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