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Prague-Beer-Museum-Tres-Bohemes
Perhaps it is because Czechs seriously grow up watching beer drinking throughout their family, ask almost any older generation Czech and they will have memories of being five or six and going down to the local pub alone to ask the bartender to refill a pitcher of beer for their parents, it’s just the way...
Washing-Dishes-Czech-Style-Tres-Bohemes
What I love most about visiting different places and having international visitors stay at our home is seeing the cultural differences in some of the most day to day things, things like doing the laundry or washing dishes. That is the exact reason we created this blog, to educate Americans and foreigners of the way...
Today we’re looking at the Military Watch Collection – Czechoslovakian Soldier’s Watch from the 1940s. The Czechoslovakian soldier’s watch has many of the features that are important to troops in combat situations, such as large, luminous hands and markers and a clear, Arabic font to aid legibility. Finished with a brown leatherette strap. Each watch...
Today we are looking at the typical dinner plates of Czech people. We decided to write ‘Let’s Look at a Typical Czech Meal’ because when we mention to people that we are Czech, they always ask about the food. The photographs below are taken from various Instagram accounts so please understand the descriptions and comments...
Fašírka or a Czech Version of Scotch Eggs
Fašírka, or a Czech Version of Scotch Eggs, is usually prepared during cold winter months. Because it is a minced meat, it’s easier on the digestive system and cooks quicker than something like a roast. Another advantage is cost because ground meats mixed with bread and other ingredients used as filler saves a family money. Those...
Chlebicky-Tres-Bohemes
Obložené Chlebíčky are a simple, open face sandwich style snack that are served everywhere in the Czech Republic… And not only in every restaurant but in every home as well. Chlebíčky can be made with anything your heart desires, ask any Czech and they will tell you that growing up, their mother would fix them up...
Castle-Guard-Uniform-Tres-Bohemes
You may have read our post on the handsome men who stand strong like statues in their uniforms around the Prague Castle, also known as the Castle Guards, a special unit of the armed forces of the Czech Republic. The guards patrol the castle at all times of the day and night, protecting the castle...
Kazin_Ferry_Czech_Riverboat_Tres_Bohemes
Today we step aboard the Kazin Ferry located in the Berounka Valley, an area rich in old Bohemian history. We set sail below the legendary Kazín settlement on our way to Karlštejn. Aboard we discover the history of mythical Slavs, sailing the same route. In fact, this is the oldest ferry route in all of Bohemia – dating...
Beer-Cheese-Tres-Bohemes-1
When someone says Beer Cheese, most people immediately think of German “Oom-pah-pah” music and soft pretzels, and if you are among those who believe this is the origin of the cheese then you are completely right… The term ‘Beer Cheese’ is literally translated from the originally German word for the Weisslacker cheese, ‘bierkäse’. Weisslacker is a stinky...
Top-3-Street-Foods-To-Try-in-Prague-Tres-Bohemes-1
Prague is a city that is known for its cuisine. However, you do not have to go to an expensive restaurant to taste real Czech treats. Throughout the city you can find various stands, stalls, and vendors selling delicious Czech foods such as sausages, potatoes, fried cheese, and pastries. Some of the best street food...
Parek-Hotdog-Tres-Bohemes-2
A large majority of Americans consider hot dogs an all American meal, made for roasting on the grill while having a summer barbecue party with friends or a staple at outdoor activities. They are a family favorite, a game-day must have, and kids love them, but many people have forgotten the original ways of eating these...
Kladruber_Czech_Horse_TresBohemes
Last week we shared Kladruber: Czech Horses of Emperors and Kings and so many people wrote about wanting to see more of the beautiful horses, we found a collection of them in action. Today we’re sharing a day of horses at Kaldruby nad Labem and you can see these majestic beauties at play. Photographs: vasfotograf.com. Thank...
Slovak_Tradition_Folk_Dress_Kroj_Tres_Bohemes
Last week you let us know how much you enjoyed the Slovak Highlanders Traditional Folk Attire post so today we’ve decided to bring an encore and share one more happy couple wearing Slovak traditional dress (kroj). Such traditional clothes are an expression of Slovak people’s history. Within their embroidery and materials are the stories of their land, ancient times...
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