Czech Christmas Tree Ornaments

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...

Holidays

December 10, 2023

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....

Holidays

December 4, 2023

Hermína Týrlová’s Czech Christmas Treasures

In today’s post, we step into the enchanting world of Hermína Týrlová’s Christmas-themed animated film shorts, where every frame is a tapestry of creativity and whimsy. As a prominent Czech animator, screenwriter, and film director, Týrlová’s masterful storytelling and innovative use of materials come to life in these beautifully crafted tales. Through her unique techniques,...

ENTERTAINMENT, Holidays, Movies

February 22, 2023

Ash Wednesday in the Czech Republic

Ash Wednesday, which is today, officially ushers in the Lenten period according to the Christian calendar. Around the world, numerous nations, including the Czech Republic, commemorate it. We’ll look at the history of Ash Wednesday and how it’s observed in the Czech Republic in this post. The History of Ash Wednesday Ash Wednesday is a...

CULTURE, Holidays

December 7, 2022

How Pepík and Mikeš Celebrated Christmas

Today we have a Czech Christmas tale for you. Jak Pepík a Mikeš slavili Vánoce (How Pepík and Mikeš Celebrated Christmas). It is from the 1966 Josef Lada book entitled Mikeš. We hope you enjoy it. (Click here is you cannot see the above video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ymESBjcXegE) English Translation of this story… Dear children, how Pepík always...

Childrens Books, Holidays

December 17, 2020

Traditional Czech Christmas Wild Mushroom Recipe

Christmas is most suitable for culture and tradition. And Old Bohemian mushroom Podkrkonošský hubník certainly belongs among the traditional dishes served in Bohemia and Moravia of the olden days. If you imagine yourself living somewhere under a large castle on farmlands and the edges of forests, it’s quite likely you did not have a goose...

Holidays, Recipes

December 1, 2020

Czech Christmas Mass

Today we are bringing you a classic Czech animated film by Jakub Jan Ryba entitled Česká mše vánoční or Czech Christmas Mass, Hej mistře, with animated images by Josef Lada. It originally appeared on Czech TV in 1966. Beno Blachut, Jaroslava Vymazalová, Marie Mrázová, and Zdeněk Kroupa are the singers of the soundtrack of Czech...

CULTURE, Holidays, Movies

December 31, 2019

New Year’s Eve and Lentils

What is it about New Year’s Eve and lentils? Well – there is an old Czech saying – “Jak na Nový rok, tak po celý rok” which translates as: “As on New Year’s Day, the same throughout the whole year.” Therefore, on New Year’s Day, most Czechs consume lentils (čočka). Lentils are served on New...

Food, Holidays

December 31, 2019

Czech Christmas Chocolate Collections

How many of you remember growing up with Czech Christmas chocolate collections? You know, the ones that came in the large box which included hooks for hanging on your Christmas tree? The chocolates themselves were wrapped to resemble all sorts of Christmas ornaments. In our house, Christmas was not complete unless we had these included...

Food, Holidays, LIFESTYLE

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January 11, 2019

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Food, Holidays, Recipes

January 4, 2019

How to Make Czech Vanilkové Rohlíčky

Vanilkové rohlíčky is a type of traditional Czech Christmas cookie that has a mild vanilla flavor and a slightly nutty texture. They are very fragile cookies with a fine flavor and a pretty appearance. Vanilkové rohlíčky are usually shaped into tiny delicate crescents. This is where they get their name, which translates to “Little vanilla...

Holidays, Recipes

December 28, 2018

How to Make Czech Pracinky

Pracinky are traditional Czech Christmas cookies with a rich chocolate flavor and a delicate buttery texture. Due to the inclusion of cinnamon and clove, the cookies have a pleasant and mild spiced taste. Adding these spices also provides a delightfully festive fragrance while the cookies are baking. THIS POST HAS MOVED TO OUR PATREON SITE...

Holidays, Recipes

December 21, 2018

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

October 28, 2018

Czech America in the Struggle for Independent Czechoslovakia

As we commemorate the 100th anniversary of the independence of Czechs and Slovaks from the Austro-Hungarian oppression and the foundation of Czechoslovakia on October 28, 1918, we should also remember the role the Czech Americans played on behalf of their homeland. This is why we are thankful to guest author Miloslav Rechcígl, Jr. for his...

History, Holidays, NOSTALGIA

March 28, 2018

The Czech Week Leading to Easter Sunday

In The Czech Republic, Easter is a long holiday, much longer than most of us celebrate here in the United States. Besides celebrating Easter classically as we know it on Sunday, many Czech people celebrate the entire week leading up to this cheerful holiday. Back when the communists first started their occupation of the Czech...

CULTURE, Holidays

March 25, 2018

Beautiful Czech Easter Eggs for Sale

Easter is just a week away and I stumbled upon some of these wonderful items which are for sale… What better way to share your heritage than to have some of these on your Easter and spring table. Look at the lovely images and descriptions and if you are interested, the link to buy is...

CULTURE, Holidays, Shopping