Warsaw is the capital of Poland. For any history-buff’s out
there, you may remember that Warsaw was invaded by the Germans during World War
II. The burning of libraries, looting of museums, expulsion of citizens and
subsequent bombing left the city in complete ruins after the war came to a
close. Warsaw was rebuilt and has become a symbol of reconstruction. You can
visit “Old Town”, which is an exact replica of how the city looked prior to destruction,
and more importantly, an excellent place to find fresh pierogi.
Just as New York City has hotdog and pretzel stands, Warsaw
has pierogi stands. These tiny wooden stands offer fresh, cooked to order
pierogi for you to take on the go. Only ever heard of potato and cheese or sauerkraut
filled? You are not alone. Options here
however can range from the usual cheese to mushroom to blueberry to meat filled, each
one more delicious than the next.
All this pierogi eating will most likely make you thirsty. The best way to quench that thirst is to find yourself a nice outside
seat at a local bar and order a Zywiec. Zywiec is considered to be Poland’s
best pilsner-type brew. It can be found all over Poland, and even right here in
the United States. Next time you’re in the liquor store, keep your eye out for
their unmistakable white label of two Polish folk dancers.
Bored with a regular beer? If you’re feeling
adventurous, try one with an added fruit syrup. It provides just the right sweetness to offset the bitter hops. Raspberry is a fan-favorite. You will not be disappointed! Not
a beer drinker? Lucky for you, Poland is also known for their wide array of
vodka. Just please, drink responsibly.
So if you find yourself hungry in Warsaw, Poland, explore the "Old Town" for some serious history. Then, grab an ice cold
Zywiec and go dive head first into pierogi-mania!
