Flavor of Poland

Katowice

The bustling city capital of Silesia and its cuisine are inseparable from the area's industrial landscape. The everyday work life of the locals gave birth to a warm and hearty menu full of filling dishes rich in flavor. Aleksandra visits the Guido Mine in Zabrze (an old coalmine), tours the city center of Katowice, and finishes with a meal at a couple of Katowice’s modern restaurants.

Katowice

27m 17s

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    Zakopane

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    Lublin

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    Kielce

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