Zakopane

One of the most colorful and breathtaking natural landscapes of Poland is found along its southern border. Aleksandra explores the folk art and history of the Podhale region, sampling some of its best delicacies – smoked sheep’s milk cheeses, spiced, mulled wine, lamb shank, potato pancakes, sauerkraut soup (Kwaœnica), and much more.

Lublin is the capital of the Lubelskie region of Poland, a melting pot of all Polish flavors. In the episode, Aleksandra will explore the history of Lublin through its city center where she samples the region’s specialty, the Cebularz, with one of the locals and takes a trip to the charming village of Kazimierz Dolny for a dinner composed of the region’s traditional specialties.

.The capital city of the Holy Cross Province in south-central Poland is surrounded by beautiful countryside. Aleksandra explores the history and culture of the region and samples its delicious homemade culinary traditions. Kasiołki, Byki, Pasternocek, Spyrok, Zalewajka, and Pokrzywianka are some favorite local dishes, the products of the region’s home cooks and recipes developed from the heart.