Czech food is comfort home cooked food which is a hearty and flavorful reflection of the country’s rich cultural heritage. Traditional Czech dishes often feature roasted meats, dumplings (knedlíky), and savory sauces. Staples like svíčková (marinated beef in cream sauce), vepřo knedlo zelo (roast pork with dumplings and sauerkraut), and guláš (a thick stew similar to Hungarian goulash) highlight the robust flavors. Breads, potatoes, and root vegetables are common accompaniments, while soups like kulajda (dill and mushroom soup) and česnečka (garlic soup) are cherished starters. My mother made these often and be sure to give them a try. These are the basics but there are even more Czech dishes to explore.
All of us who have Czech roots know that Czech food is designed to accompany the beer and is best enjoyed with a large world-renowned Czech Pilsner beer which complements its hearty dishes perfectly. Prague is also famous for its fried cheese (smažák) which usually comes with french fries or in a bun for nice hot fried cheese sandwich and the kids will love it.
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