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"Z notatnika Paula Tremo": Culinary Workshop Exploring Wild Plants at Łazienki Museum

Explore historical foodways and wild edibles, inspired by Paul Tremo, the royal chef of Stanisław August.

This culinary workshop, "Z notatnika Paula Tremo - kuchnia głodu," delves into historical food preparation inspired by royal chef Paul Tremo. Participants explored resourceful methods for alleviating hunger using wild plants and ancient food preservation techniques. The program offered insights into identifying, gathering, and preparing edible flora from the Łazienki gardens and surrounding areas. It provided a hands-on experience connecting visitors with sustainable natural resource use.

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Exhibition summary

This culinary workshop for adults was inspired by the ideas of royal chef Paul Tremo. Participants learned to prepare dishes using wild plants that could substitute for cultivated ones, especially during times of hunger. The session involved identifying, safely gathering, and preparing seasonal herbs and edible plants found in the Łazienki gardens and beyond.

Curatorial context

The workshop 'From the Notebook of Paul Tremo - The Kitchen of Hunger' offered adults a unique opportunity to explore historical culinary practices centered on resourcefulness and wild edibles. Inspired by Paul Tremo, the court chef of Stanisław August, who not only prepared exquisite meals for the royal table but also researched ways to alleviate hunger using wild plants and food preservation techniques, this session delved into practical applications. Participants gained insights into the properties of selected plants found in the Łazienki gardens and surrounding areas, learning how to safely identify, gather, and prepare them. The hands-on experience included collectively preparing a seasonal herb tea, pierogi filled with wild edible plants, and cookies infused with the subtle flavor of mugwort, providing a tangible connection to historical foodways and the sustainable use of natural resources.

Admission and ticket notes

Admission was free as part of the 'Open Culture' program by the Ministry of Culture and National Heritage. Registration was required via email to [email protected] on weekdays from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

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Inspired by Paul Tremo, court chef to Stanisław August.
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