It is impossible to fully understand the beauty of the Czech Republic without tasting traditional dishes - the national pride of the country. But when you enter any, even the most modest restaurant, you are overwhelmed by the huge selection of first and second courses, not to mention the variety of beer snacks, which would be enough for a separate menu.
By the way, if you decide to taste all the most delicious and famous dishes of Czech national cuisine, you will have to put up with a couple of extra centimeters on your hips and waist - the food here is very high in calories and filling; Czechs are very fond of meat (poultry, game, pork and beef), prepared in a variety of ways. And the portions in restaurants are so large that you can easily order one dish for two...all that remains is to decide what exactly to order?
We present the TOP 10 most famous and delicious dishes of traditional Czech cuisine, which are definitely worth trying.
Roasted pork knee
The traditional delicious dish (Pečené vepřové koleno) is comparable to spaghetti in Italy or pilaf in Uzbekistan and is a real gastronomic brand. Fragrant, juicy, rosy, pork knee on the bone weighs almost a kilogram when finished and is usually ordered for 2-4 people. It is prepared in every restaurant and pub, but it is served in different ways: with horseradish, tomatoes, garlic and seasonings, not to mention numerous sauces and gravies.
A baked leg with mustard and horseradish with beer will cost 200 CZK. If you order only a knee, its cost will be 150-160 CZK.
Thematic excursions
We are confident that getting to know the culture of a particular country will be most complete after immersing yourself in the culinary traditions of the locals. That's why we really love tastings. Millions of tourists from all over the world share this point of view. You can taste it in different ways: for some, it’s enough to visit a national restaurant open to tourists in the city center, others look for establishments for locals, and still others go the furthest and go on gastronomic tours. If you like the latter option, then you will appreciate our list of thematic excursions in Prague in Russian. It makes sense to visit at least one of them.
Great tasting
Popular excursion around Prague with a Russian guide. Take a look at the reviews - tourists really like this tour. Walking around the city in the company of a local resident, you will see the Czech capital from a different perspective. The tasting will take place in 3-4 establishments in different areas of Prague. This is a great chance to try dishes from our list and other gastronomic attractions of the Czech Republic, wash it all down with the best beer and just have a good time.
Tour for those with a sweet tooth
An excellent tour of Prague in Russian - ideal for a family or company (many excellent reviews). You will walk through the historical places of the city, listening to a fascinating story about local traditions. The route passes through the best confectionery shops in Prague: an establishment from the early 20th century (a chance to try sweets prepared according to ancient recipes), a shop with trdelnik, hot chocolate on medieval streets, a cafe on the city roof with a view of the Prague Astronomical Clock. It will be very tasty!
Prague beer snacks
A great chance to learn how to understand Czech beer, as well as choose the “right” snacks to go with it. You will visit 3 ancient breweries, get acquainted with the traditions of creating foam, and even watch this process. Of course, you can’t go without tasting: the best (even exclusive) beers, branded sausages, delicious meat - tasty, educational, very interesting!
Beer tour with food
Another beer tour, but to completely different breweries. A tour of Prague in Russian will appeal to connoisseurs of foam, as well as those who like to explore the culture of the country through gastronomic traditions. The tasting will begin with classic beers and end with a real exclusive. For a snack - drowned meat, black beer sausages, anointings and other delicacies.
Medieval dinner
Great show and delicious dinner (its cost is already included in the price of the excursion). A great chance to try soup in bread or one of the national meat dishes, fragrant fresh bread, the best Czech beer, local sweets. All this in the fun atmosphere of a magnificent medieval show in a real stone and wooden tavern with candles instead of lamps. Dancers, fencers, fakirs - it will be interesting.
Before you travel to Prague, be sure to check out our great guide to shopping in the Czech Republic. Souvenirs, clothing, cosmetics brands, classic and gastronomic souvenirs - we have collected the best shopping ideas in one place. And wine connoisseurs will find a separate guide to the best Czech varieties useful.
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