theme-sticky-logo-alt
Author / Kytka
In a world filled with stories of valor, resilience, and the indomitable human spirit, “Good Old Czechs” stands as a testament to the enduring power of hope and the sacrifices made in the pursuit of freedom. This remarkable documentary, now available on Amazon, weaves a poetic tapestry of history through never-before-seen footage, recounting the Odyssean...
On December 22nd, 1812, the director of the Estates Theatre in Prague, Jan Karel Liebich, made history by introducing the first recorded Christmas tree to Czech soil. Despite resistance from Czech national revivalists, a group dedicated to preserving Czech traditions, Christmas trees gradually gained popularity and became widespread by the mid-20th century. Czech national revivalists...
Czech Christmas Eve Traditions
Veselé Vánoce! A joyous Christmas to all from Everything Czech! In today’s special feature, we dive into the enchanting traditions of the holiday season as celebrated in the heart of the Czech lands. Much like in neighboring Slovakia and throughout central Europe, the 24th of December, Christmas Eve, takes center stage as the main event....
Cauliflower is significant in Czech cuisine and prominently featured in various traditional dishes. One popular Czech cauliflower dish is “Květáková polévka” or cauliflower soup. This dish often combines cauliflower with other vegetables, creating a flavorful and nourishing soup that can be enjoyed as a starter or a light meal. Most Americans are used to a...
Jirí Trnka, a luminary in the world of stop-motion animation, left an indelible mark with his 1949 short film, ‘The Devil’s Mill’ (Certuv mlýn). Spanning a concise 21 minutes, this hauntingly atmospheric piece unfolds a fable set in a mysterious, moonlit night where a barrel organ grinder encounters the devil. Trnka’s genius shines through as...
Zdeněk Toman was relatively unknown to most Czechs until recently, but his remarkable tale has gained widespread recognition thanks to a film bearing his name, which was released in 2018. Zdenek Toman, often referred to as “the Czech Schindler,” led a life filled with controversy and paradoxes. He is known for his role as both...
The Nonconformists: American and Czech Writers across the Iron Curtain
As someone who thoroughly enjoys diving into the pages of a good book, today, I am delving into the intriguing narrative of  The Nonconformists: American and Czech Writers across the Iron Curtain penned by Brian K. Goodman. The Cold War era was a tumultuous period in history marked by ideological clashes, political tensions, and the...
Crafting today’s blog post has been an immersive journey, requiring hours of devoted research and delving into so many of my favorite subjects. Get ready to unravel an enthralling array of historical revelations, ones that are likely to be new and enlightening to you, all centered around the captivating legacy of Josef Walter. From the...
The Czech Love Affair with Marjoram
Who has not heard of marjoram? This fragrant green spice is abundant in many traditional Czech dishes. Despite originating from the Mediterranean, marjoram has become a quintessential spice in Czech cuisine. Nothing can replace it in potato dishes like “bramboráčky” or “bramboračka”. Czech Marjoram is cultivated and processed in the Czech Republic, flourishing within the...
I’m thrilled to bring you a selection of 5 mouthwatering Czech recipes sourced from one of my favorite cookbooks, ‘Czech Cuisine’ by Joza Břízová and Maryna Klimentová. My deep admiration for Czech culture and my love for the art of cooking prompted me to acquire this delightful cookbook upon its release in 1986 and I...
Klára Winlow-Vostrovská (aka Claire Winlow-Vostrovsky) was born on October 27, 1871, in West Point, Nebraska, within a thriving Czech community. Her parents, Jaroslav (Jerome) Vostrovský (1836-1901) and Anna Vostrovský (1839-1922) were Czech immigrants. Her father, originally from Selmice or Semin near Kladrub in eastern Bohemia, had migrated to the USA in 1863. During her childhood,...
Deep within Central Europe lies the Macocha Abyss, a place shrouded in both enchanting folklore and heartbreaking realities. With its unfathomable depth of 138 meters (453 ft) below ground level, this abyss holds a dark history that has captured the imagination of many. Legends and stories intertwine with the chilling present-day accounts, revealing the somber...
15 49.0138 8.38624 arrow 0 none 0 4000 1 0 horizontal https://www.tresbohemes.com 300 4000 1