A Glimpse of Czech Craftsmanship at the Christmas Markets

Czech people have long been known for their quality work and attention to detail. The Czech Republic is home to famous artists such as Alphonse Mucha, Antonín Dvořák, and Božena Němcová, all of whom are remembered for their talent as well as the high quality of their work. This high quality, however, is not limited...

CULTURE, Holidays

December 14, 2018

The Czech Duchess Who Murdered Her Mother-In-Law

Drahomíra is remembered today as the Duchess of Bohemia and the mother of the famous Saint Wenceslaus. She reigned as the Duchess of Bohemia from 915 to 921, after she married Vratislaus I, Duke of the Přemyslid dynasty. However, many people remember her for a much darker reason. In 906, young Drahomíra married Vratislaus who,...

History, NOSTALGIA

November 30, 2018

Czech Scientists Discover How Our Genes Affect Our Perfume Preferences

Throughout history, human beings have continually striven to make themselves more attractive to others. Through the use of products, clothes, jewelry, and cosmetics, they have aspired to make themselves appear healthier and more appealing. As far back as the middle ages, people employed various methods in order to present themselves in their best light, utilizing...

Fashion, LIFESTYLE

November 9, 2018

All About Doggie and Pussycat: A Czech Classic of Children’s Literature

All About Doggie and Pussycat: How They Kept House and All Sorts of Other Things As Well (Czech: Povídání o pejskovi a kočičce: Jak spolu hospodařili a ještě o všelijakých jiných věcech) is a charming Czech children’s book about a dog and a cat who live together in a house and wish to do everything...

Childrens Books, ENTERTAINMENT

November 2, 2018

The Tale of the Headless Gingerbread Men

Two weeks ago, we wrote about the mysterious legend of The House at the Golden Well (Czech: Dům U Zlaté Studně), which follows the story of Ľubomíra, a housemaid who fell into the house’s well while looking for gold and died. According to the legend, her ghost continued to haunt the building for many years...

NOSTALGIA, Time Warp

October 19, 2018

The Legend of The House at the Golden Well

The House at the Golden Well (Czech: Dům U Zlaté Studně) is a baroque building situated on the corner of Karlova and Seminářská street in Prague. It was built during the 14th century and, since then, it has undergone multiple reconstructions. The last reconstruction of the exterior took place in 1769 and resulted in a...

NOSTALGIA, Time Warp

October 12, 2018

The Czech Cinematographer Who Shot Breakfast at Tiffany’s

Breakfast at Tiffany’s is a classic American film which has been preserved in the National Film Registry for being “Culturally, historically, or aesthetically significant”. The image of Holly Golightly, played by Audrey Hepburn, standing on Fifth Avenue in a classic black dress with her hair done up and a cluster of pearls around her neck...

ENTERTAINMENT, Movies

October 5, 2018

The Story Behind the Ceiling of the National Theater

The National Theater (Czech: Národní divadlo) is one of the most significant cultural monuments in the Czech Republic. Its stage has seen performances by world-renowned artists and its balconies have hosted countless famous guests and figures. To this day it remains a symbol of national identity and pride. If you have ever been inside the...

Art and Design, CULTURE

September 28, 2018

Breakfast in the Czech Republic

Breakfast has often been called the most important meal of the day and, according to novinky.cz, the Czech people certainly agree with this statement. Breakfast (Czech: snídaně) is enjoyed by the majority of the Czech people. Only about 14% of Czech people skip breakfast regularly. The rest of the population start their day with a...

Food, LIFESTYLE

August 24, 2018

The Beautiful Baroque Church of Litomyšl

The Piarist Church of the Discovery of the Holy Cross (Czech: Kostel Nalezení svatého Kříže) is a beautiful Baroque style church located in the town of Litomyšl in the Czech Republic. The Piarist order was first brought to the town of Litomyšl in 1640 by Frebonie of Pernštejn. The Piarists were an order of teachers...

Architecture, CULTURE

August 17, 2018

Simple Sauerkraut Soup Recipe

This simple recipe combines traditional Czech ingredients such as sauerkraut and klobasa in a soup which is easy to make and delicious. This easy sauerkraut soup uses just a few ingredients and yet it provides lots of flavor. It is warming and hearty, making it perfect for rainy days and winter evenings. The addition of...

LIFESTYLE, Recipes

August 10, 2018

Quick & Easy Czech Fruit Dumplings

Fruit dumplings are a delightful Czech dish. They can be served as a desert, a breakfast, or as an entire meal. The best thing about these dumplings is how versatile they are. They can be made with a variety of fruits, such as strawberries, apricots, plums, or cherries and served with a variety of toppings,...

LIFESTYLE, Recipes

August 3, 2018

Fluffy Vanilla Bábovka with Apricots

Bábovka is one of the most classic Czech deserts. It is light, airy, mild in flavor, and has been a part of Czech pastry tradition since the early 17th century. This traditional Czech cake, which is often marbled, is typically baked in a circular Bundt mold. It is then dusted with a light breath of...

LIFESTYLE, Recipes

July 27, 2018

The Traditional Czech Treat Known As Chlebíčky

If you have ever visited the Czech Republic, then you surely know about Chlebíčky. This traditional Czech snack can be spotted on the snack plates set out for company in Czech homes, in the hands of Prague citizens rushing through the city, and in the windows and menus of various Czech bistros, cafés, and restaurants....

Food, LIFESTYLE

July 20, 2018

The Czech Siblings Who Won Four World Figure Skating Championships

In 1959, a brother and sister team of figure skaters won first place in the ice dancing section of the Czechoslovakian Figure Skating Championships. It was the first year that ice dancing was recognized and competed in Czechoslovakia. Before then, the Czechoslovakian Figure Skating Championship was composed exclusively of pair skating, men’s singles, and ladies’...

Bohemians, PEOPLE

July 13, 2018

The Distinctive Works of Alex Kveton

Alex Kveton is a sculptor whose distinct works combine timeless technique and disciplined curves to convey ideas and symbols. He has a very contemporary and unique style, through which he is able to use expressive shapes in order to symbolize content in his art. And yet his sculptures are also able to stand on their...

Art and Design, CULTURE