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Learn how to cook Poland’s traditional soup, żurek. Listen to the funniest and most surprising Polish traditions, then enjoy a table full of homemade food prepared by local food lovers.

Highlights

• Cook Poland’s most iconic dish – authentic sour rye soup (żurek)
• Discover funny and surprising Polish traditions and stories
• Enjoy a cozy homemade feast with real local flavors
• Learn in a warm and friendly Polish home kitchen
• Take home memories from a true Polish experience

Description

Your adventure begins with a warm welcome and a short introduction to Poland’s most curious and funny traditions — from Easter breakfast rituals to why we sometimes pour water on each other in spring! You’ll learn how food, humor, and hospitality are deeply woven into Polish culture. Next, we’ll roll up our sleeves and start cooking. You’ll make Żurek — the traditional sour rye soup — completely from scratch, using real fermented rye starter, smoked sausage, and aromatic herbs. I’ll guide you step by step, sharing secrets passed down through generations and explaining how fermentation gives this soup its unique tangy flavor. Then it’s time to enjoy a true homemade feast: your freshly cooked żurek and a spread of traditional Polish foods like sausages, cheeses, butter, and pickled vegetables — all locally sourced or homemade. At the end of the workshop, we’ll take a few photos and you’ll receive a small keepsake to remember your time in Warsaw. You’ll leave not only full and happy but also with a new understanding of Polish culture! The activity takes place in my flat in a green, post-war district of Wola in Warsaw, about 25 minutes from the city center by public transport. It’s easy to reach by tram, bus, metro, or taxi, and detailed directions will be provided after booking. All tools, ingredients, and food are provided — just bring your curiosity and an appetite!

Includes

Hands-on cooking workshop: learn to make Poland’s iconic sour rye soup (żurek) from scratch All ingredients and cooking tools Introduction to funny and surprising Polish traditions and stories Tasting of żurek and a homemade Polish feast (sausages, cheeses, butter, pickles, and bread) Homemade drinks Short safety & participation form Photos of the experience (shared digitally) Cozy atmosphere in a private home kitchen in Warsaw’s historic Wola district

Important Information

• Flexible dates: If you don’t see a time that works for you, feel free to message me — alternative dates are very often possible. Need a reservation for more people eg. company event? Feel free to message me — we can often prepare something extra just for your group. We also host other unique, hands-on workshops — explore our full offer on our GetYourGuide profile and see what inspires you! Booking notice: GetYourGuide allows bookings up to 10 hours before the activity, but we kindly ask you to book at least 24 hours (1 day) before - our workshop requires careful preparation. We want you to feel safe: Before the activity begins, you will be asked to review and sign a short participation agreement required by local health and safety regulations. If you have any allergies or dietary restrictions, please let us know right after booking.

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund