Article by:
KATHLEEN CRISLIP
Modern Polish cuisine is flavorful, hearty, complex, and lighter than traditional dishes, mostly to accommodate modern palates, but like many Eastern European countries, Poland’s traditional foods are rooted in Slavic fare. However, Polish food also has influences from Italian and French cuisines, which date back to the medieval Polish court.
Potatoes are a staple of the Polish diet, acting as a building block for a variety of foods. Cream and eggs are heavily used as well, although modern interpretations of some dishes may use lighter alternatives. Traditional Polish cuisine also features many kinds of soup made with mushrooms, broth, and beets. Read the full article here.