Natasza Caban – Solo circumnavigation of the world
A bit of news now from the nautical world, in December last year Natasza Caban completed her solo navigation of the globe. She started sai
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Kombinowanie continued
So, let’s go back to the issue of kombinowanie for a few more minutes. Turns out that the person who claims that Poles are a cheating, scheming and otherwise dishonest bunch also reads this blog. Oh, hi! Small world, isn’t it? Thank you for providing us with such an interesting discussion topic! And to another reader - thank you for pointing out the fact that I didn’t explain the really ...
Kapuśniak – Cabbage Soup
There are many definitions and examples of comfort food – I’m pretty sure that every culture has its very own typical dishes that fall into this category. And one thing is certain, when you’re sick you crave that yummy, comforting goodness. And I am and I do. But what do I crave? Kapuśniak (cabbage soup). Now, maybe not exactly your typical Polish comfort food (but what would be? Schabowy a...
The Polish Underground of the UK
The Polish Underground of the UKSource: www.nytimes.comSince Poland joined the European Union in 2004 and Britain, unlike France and most other members, welcomed Polish workers, an estimated 1.1 million Poles, mainly young, have come to Britain. Today, they are the third-largest group of immigrants in the country, behind Irish and Indians. ...
Talking About Travel
Adam’s last post about different vacation options in Poland made me think about travel in general. Podróże (travels, journeys, trips) is a plural
Vacationing po polsku
Adam writes: I am away on vacation, so the topic is close to my heart at the moment. And as this is the middle of winter – so it’s a good time
Conversations with Poles – What Not to Mention
One thing that becomes immediately apparent from Adam’s post is that an unprepared foreigner should avoid talking politics with a Pole whenever poss
Politics? Oh no!
Today we have another guest post from Adam. And brace yourselves, it’s about polityka – politics. Before I started writing for Polish Blog
Anna Baranska – Playboy Pictures
Poland’s favourite volleyball starlet has shed her clothes for a shoot in Playboy’s Polish edition. I’ve just included t
Documentary Film About Wisława Szymborska
Have you heard about his new documentary about Wisława Szymborska? I haven’t had a chance to watch it, so I can’t give you a proper review, but f
How to wish a happy birthday in Polish – polish your Polish, part 15
March is always a busy month for me as many of my good friends celebrate their birthdays. And many of them are Polish. I have recent
Two Ears and Two Eyes
I was writing something yesterday, in Polish, as it happens, and I almost had a nervous breakdown. Why? Plural forms of “number + noun” combinatio
Karbido
Have a look at this. This is a Polish group called Karbido, they use only one instrument – a wooden table: They apparently performed during the
Fresh Polish music: Dagadana
Well, Polish-Ukrainian. With some Argentinian influences. Dagadana is a new group, which has just taken Poland by storm. Their debut CD was released
Plenty of money
Years ago, when the inflation in Poland was in triple figures, we were all multi-millionaires. I remember getting as a student a salary in the region
Being Cool (episode 2)
Today Adam continues his very fascinating story of the emergence of “cool” in Poland in the 00s. Today we will follow up on being cool an
Miroslaw Balka at Tate Modern
You may have heard about the latest installation at Tate Modern in London by Miroslaw Balka, called How it is. It’s been there since October la
Surviving the First Hello
Another totally awesome post by our resident guest blogger - Adam. We will get back to being cool in Poland in my next post. This time, inspired by th
Środa Popielcowa – Ash Wednesday
So…. Karnawał (carnival) is over! No more parties, no more dancing, no more drinking until you fall down under the table. It’s all about somber (
Kasia Popowksa – Mam Talent
I’ve not been following Mam Talent but I usually try catch up with it online. Regular viewers will know of Kasia Popowksa from last
Sympathy for “Sympatia”
Valentine’s Day (walentynki) came and went and I hope it was a pleasant occasion for you with czekoladki (chocolates), kwiatki (flowers) and romanty
Being Cool (episode 1): A Short History of “Lans”
Today Adam Blomberg, our new permanent (I sure hope so! - hint, hint, nudge, nudge) guest blogger decided to show us just how far behind the times us
The Economist on Poland’s success story
When I started this blog, I wanted people to change their view of Poland. Out with the old, in with the new. Glad things are changing. There are more
Cittaslow in Poland
If your commute takes ages – like mine – and if you keep complaining about not having enough time to digest your dinner, consider Cittasl
Why Polish Feminine Nouns Can Be Confusing
Adam’s post about feminine endings for occupations and positions held by women made me think about feminine gender nouns in general. That proposed e
Chopin in Time Out (London)
Remember my Chopin post from a few weeks ago? Looks like London is getting ready for some Chopin celebrations too this year – just saw this in t
In Search of the Right Ending…
Today I would like to introduce to you our brand new guest blogger - Adam Blomberg. He will be helping me out with the Polish Blog this month, because
Verb “to like” and its Polish Equivalents
In our last post we talked quite a bit about liking (or not) something (or someone). And I have finally realized (hey, better late than never!) that m
