Warsaw: Cook Poland’s Iconic Soup & Enjoy Polish Home Food
ID: GYG1131737-1739418
Category:
Country: Poland
Duration:
03:00 hours
Description
Learn how to cook Poland’s traditional soup, żurek. Listen to the funniest and most surprising Polish traditions, then enjoy a table full of homemade food prepared by local food lovers.
Flexible dates: If you don’t see a time that works for you, feel free to send me a message directly through GetYourGuide. I’m very often able to arrange an alternative date or time — many guests have already done so successfully.
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Your adventure begins with a warm welcome and a short introduction to Poland’s most curious and funny traditions — from Easter breakfast rituals to why we sometimes pour water on each other in spring! You’ll learn how food, humor, and hospitality are deeply woven into Polish culture.
Next, we’ll roll up our sleeves and start cooking. You’ll make Żurek — the traditional sour rye soup — completely from scratch, using real fermented rye starter, smoked sausage, and aromatic herbs. I’ll guide you step by step, sharing secrets passed down through generations and explaining how fermentation gives this soup its unique tangy flavor.
Then it’s time to enjoy a true homemade feast: your freshly cooked żurek and a spread of traditional Polish foods like sausages, cheeses, butter, and pickled vegetables — all locally sourced or homemade.
At the end of the workshop, we’ll take a few photos and you’ll receive a small keepsake to remember your time in Warsaw. You’ll leave not only full and happy but also with a new understanding of Polish culture!
The activity takes place in my flat in a green, post-war district of Wola in Warsaw, about 25 minutes from the city center by public transport. It’s easy to reach by tram, bus, metro, or taxi, and detailed directions will be provided after booking. All tools, ingredients, and food are provided — just bring your curiosity and an appetite!
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Żurek soup requires preparation in advance, including sourcing fresh ingredients. Because of this, please book at least 72 hours (3 full days) in advance so we can make your experience truly special.
Highlights
- Cook Poland’s most iconic dish – authentic sour rye soup (żurek)
- Discover funny and surprising Polish traditions and stories
- Enjoy a cozy homemade feast with real local flavors
- Learn in a warm and friendly Polish home kitchen
- Take home memories from a true Polish experience
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Important: GetYourGuide currently allows bookings up to 10 hours before the start of the activity. However, our workshop requires preparation in advance — including sourcing fresh ingredients. Because of this, we kindly ask that you book at least 72 hours (3 full days) in advance to ensure we can deliver the best possible experience. Thank you for your understanding and support! :)
Before the activity begins, you will be asked to review and sign a short participation agreement required by local health and safety regulations.
The workshop takes place in a private apartment at Aleja Prymasa Tysiąclecia 139A/21, Warsaw. Please arrive 5–10 minutes early. When you get there, ring the intercom to apartment 21. If you have any trouble finding the place, feel free to call or text us.
INCLUDED
- Hands-on cooking workshop: learn to make Poland’s iconic sour rye soup (żurek) from scratch
- All ingredients and cooking tools
- Introduction to funny and surprising Polish traditions and stories
- Tasting of żurek and a homemade Polish feast (sausages, cheeses, butter, pickles, and bread)
- Homemade drinks
- Short safety & participation form
- Photos of the experience (shared digitally)
- Cozy atmosphere in a private home kitchen in Warsaw’s historic Wola district
NOT INCLUDED
- Transportation to and from the location
- Food or drinks outside of what's served during the activity
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
