Week 24

Week 24 Menu: A Culinary Voyage Through Polish Cuisine

Staff

Jun 12, 2023 — 1 min read

Hello, food and wine lovers! This week we're embarking on a culinary journey to Eastern Europe, more precisely - Poland! Polish cuisine is rich in meat, winter vegetables, and herbs. It's hearty, comforting and pairs beautifully with some robust wines. Let's take a look at the menu!

Monday: Pierogi (Polish Dumplings)

Starting the week, we have Poland's most popular dish: Pierogi! These delicious dumplings can be filled with a variety of fillings, but we'll go with the classic combo of potatoes and cheese, served with a dollop of sour cream.

Wine Pairing: A dry Riesling will complement the savory flavors of the Pierogi perfectly.

Tuesday: Gołąbki (Cabbage Rolls)

Stuffed cabbage is a classic Polish dish. Minced meat, rice, and onions wrapped in a cabbage leaf and baked in a tomato sauce - pure comfort food.

Wine Pairing: Go for a medium-bodied Merlot to balance the hearty cabbage rolls.

Wednesday: Zupa Ogórkowa (Dill Pickle Soup)

This traditional Polish soup made with sour dill pickles and potatoes is a wonderfully comforting and unique dish. Don't knock it till you've tried it!

Wine Pairing: An earthy Chardonnay will pair well with the tanginess of the soup.

Thursday: Bigos (Hunter's Stew)

This robust stew is made from a variety of meats and sauerkraut - it's a warming dish perfect for a Thursday night.

Wine Pairing: A full-bodied Cabernet Sauvignon will stand up to the rich flavors of this stew.

Friday: Kotlet Schabowy (Breaded Pork Cutlet) with Mizeria (Cucumber Salad)

End the week with Poland's version of a breaded pork cutlet, served with Mizeria, a refreshing cucumber salad in a creamy dill dressing.

Wine Pairing: A crisp Sauvignon Blanc will cut through the richness of the pork and complement the refreshing salad.

Join us as we dig into these Polish classics! Get ready to fall in love with the heartiness of Polish cuisine and the wines that make them shine even brighter.

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