Most shoppers in the Czech Republic prefer to buy Czech food in supermarkets, a new survey by Nielsen Admosphere has revealed. The study also found that 97% of respondents visit supermarkets for food at least sometimes, while 64% shop in small and brick-and-mortar stores, 31% at farmers’ markets, 26% at market stalls, 21% in specialized shops such as organic shops and 17% online. Country Of Origin Around 85% of the respondents highlighted the country of origin of products as an essential factor while choosing products. The research also revealed that 41% of respondents expressed interest in the country of origin for almost all products. In comparison, 44% cared about it only for selected products, and 15% did not care about it. The study also found that 70% of shoppers were willing to pay extra if they had the option to buy a product from their preferred country of origin. Products from the Czech Republic ranked first among Czech consumers in terms of product origin, followed by Germany and Slovakia. Poland emerged as the least popular producer country for Czechs, with only 4% of respondents saying they preferred Polish products. Inflation Elsewhere, CSO data has revealed that prices rose in almost all sections...
Penny Market and Billa have both announced plans to launch online grocery stores. Penny, the German supermarket chain, plans on launching their e-shop in the coming weeks, while Billa, an Austrian chain, has plans for a launch in 2022. In the coming weeks, most likely in mid-October, the Penny Market supermarket chain will launch its own online shop, so far, only in pilot operation in Pilsen. Depending on the interest of customers, the grocery giant will decide how fast and where exactly to extend the new service. The Billa retail chain is celebrating 30 years on the Czech market this year and it wants to continue expanding and digitizing its stores. The company plans to start selling groceries and household products online next year. It will offer customers a selection of up to 15,000 products and the option of delivery directly to their home or picking the order up at one of the 240 stores around the country. “By entering the online market, we are simply just responding to the demand created by Czech customers. We will not introduce the service until 2022 so that we can prepare the online shop to run as smoothly and precisely as possible,” says...
Prague is home to a vibrant food scene with restaurants that serve cuisine from all over the globe. Over the past few weeks, we’ve been scouring the best Thai cuisine in the city, part of Thai Select network. Prague’s burgeoning food scene has seen the emergence of some top-quality Asian restaurants recently. Lemon leaf is no exception. Located in the centre of Prague, this Thai restaurant delivers on quality and is unusual for Prague heat. With its pleasant interior, attentive staff and buzzing atmosphere, Lemon Leaf is popular with tourists, expats, and locals so reservations are advisable. The great value menu at lunchtime (like many Prague eateries), the weekly special main dish is normally particularly good, as is the superb Tom Yam soup. Moreover, the sheer size actually enhances the intimacy of Lemon Leaf’s ambiance, making you feel as though you’re the only one there, even when the restaurant is full. The large vibrant photography on the light yellow walls is just one satisfying touch of style. The staff is as hospitable as they come. Why you should visit it The restaurant is spacious and airy with a relaxed vibe. The prices are reasonable and the quality of the curries in...
The first Prague pub run by Matuška family will be built on the ground floor of the newly reconstructed Dejvická municipal building. The administration of Prague 6 has completely renovated the building and chose its ground floor’s next tenant through a tender. “The new tenant offered the highest price for rent, which was the only evaluation criterion. At the same time, it is a very interesting concept of a restaurant. Although not new in Prague 6, the new establishment will definitely help expand the existing offer of gastronomic services in the area,” said Jan Lacina, Deputy Mayor of Prague 6 (STAN). The house, which has been in a state of disrepair for several years and has undergone a big-scale general reconstruction in recent months, is located at the intersection of Dejvická and Bubenečská streets near the Hradčanská metro station. From the very beginning, the city district reckoned that the ground floor of the house would be intended for a restaurant-type establishment. “The general repairs have been completed and the space is ready for further renovations. Only special facilities for cooking have to be installed, but other than that, the tenants will then change the spaces intended for customers according to...
The average Czech throws away about 40 kilograms of food a year. People in housing estates waste the most food, while in rural areas, waste is less, which is related, among other things, to the fact that in these localities there is a better possibility of composting or feeding animals. To avoid such waste, for example, people could start offering food to charities. And that is exactly what three Prague canteens are trying to do. In their attempts, one hundred portions of food have been donated to local shelters. Up to 25 kilograms of food are thrown daily in each Czech canteen. “This number equals to around 30 to 50 portions, maybe around two to five percent of the total amount during daily operation,” said Anna Strejcová, director of Zachraň Jidlo, an organization that strives to reduce food waste. “We should aim to donate around 100 meals to five different charities,” said Denisa Rybářová, marketing manager. “We are, of course, very happy doing this and will certainly be appreciative of any other similar opportunities coming our way in the future,” said Stanislav Fiala, the director of Azylový dům svaté Terezie, a social services organization providing shelter to those in need....
We are slowly saying goodbye to summer, but the coming of autumn and cold weather isn’t stopping new businesses from opening up. Prague has been spoiled with the number of great new restaurants, bars, and cafes that have opened up in recent months, and the places listed below are no exception. Fancy a vegan ice cream? Make sure to try Eaternia’s flavors before summer ends. Up for a steak or a glass of wine after a long workday? We have covered spots for every occasion, in cooperation with Storyous. El Gaucho Restaurant Calling all carnivores! If you are still looking for a place to go for a great steak, El Gaucho should be your next choice. This international restaurant network specializes in first-class quality beef and its ultimate goal is to become “the place” for anybody fancying a great steak. Their dishes can be enjoyed all over the world- in Hong Kong, the Philippines, Thailand, Vietnam, and now also in Prague. Address: Dušní 4, Prague 1 vegan ice cream & coffee Non-carnivores, on the other hand, will be pleased with the news that the vegan diner Eaternia has opened an ice cream window over the summer. Every week...
The sixth annual Beer and Burger (‘Pivo a Burger’) Festival will return to Karlínské náměstí on Sunday, September 12 from 11 am. A total of 25 burger stands will be operating throughout the day, including many of the Czech favorite food trucks and burger joints. You can taste burgers from several Karlin restaurants but also some of Prague’s highest-rated burgers, like George Prime Burger, Mozaika, Naše maso, Želva Bar, Meat vandals and many others. You can find the full list of participants here. Serving up beer during the fest will be 23 craft brewers from Prague and across the Czech Republic, including favorites like Matuška, Clock, Raven, Albrecht, and many more, with over 100 beers on offer. Admission to the event is free. However, to taste beers, it is necessary to buy a tasting glass for CZK 100. You can look forward to beer from the best craft breweries from Bohemia and Moravia, but also from abroad. Visitors can also have a bowl of soup from Karlín Polévkárna or a glass of wine from the Kubík winery, churros and coffee from the FairBio roastery. Live music will be provided by Vasilův Rubáš, Island Mint and Der Šenster Gob. The main news of this edition will be the...
Love Thai food? (Let’s face it – who doesn’t.) From creamy massaman curries to zingy tom yum soup (hot and sour prawn soup), fresh som tam (spicy green papaya salad), and more – Thai food is light, fragrant, and full of contrasting flavours. But for Thai food to really stand out and shine, it needs to be prepared with authentic ingredients by chefs who know the cuisine inside and out. As Thai food became more and more popular across the globe and Thai restaurants started popping up everywhere, Department of International Trade Promotion (DITP), Ministry of Commerce of Thailand introduced “Thai SELECT” award for Thai restaurants with authentic Thai cuisine. Recently, “Thai SELECT” restaurants—Rattanakosin and Thai Station, presented two dishes of Thai food and cooking demonstration at “Thai Market Day” event–the event was co-organized by the Royal Thai Embassy, the Office of Commercial Affairs (Thai Trade Center) and Thai Tourism Office in Prague. Apart from cooking demonstration, Thai Trade Center provided all visitors with take away box for tasting and visitors also joined cooking Thai food at the event. Varieties of Thai products were also displayed at the event, namely rice, seasonings and sauces, coconut products, SAPPE jelly, biodegradable packaging...
Prague’s Masaryk Railway Station gets newly remodeled space for 70 million CZK. The total cost of the reconstruction of the former casino, now a restaurant, has cost a hefty amount of money. Together with investment group Penta, the remodeling was paid for by its tenant, Lagardere. The restaurant inside the building of the train station offers many traditional dishes and can accommodate up to 200 guests. The well-known chef Marek Hosnedl operates in the kitchen. The Masaryčka restaurant, which is part of the complete transformation of Prague’s Masaryk Railway Station, will open at the end of August and, together with the investment company Penta, it is also supported by its tenant – Lagardere. “The first-class imperial restaurant has been operating here since 1869. The restaurant remained here until the 1990s, but its quality gradually declined. Subsequently, a casino was built here,” says Jan Vodvářka from Penta. According to him, the roughly one-year-long reconstruction was regularly supervised by conservationists so that such iconic details like cast-iron columns and coffered ceilings with decorative rosettes were preserved. “The total reconstruction was expensive, it cost 70 million CZK. It took us quite a long time to find a suitable tenant who would share the...
Prague is home to a vibrant food scene with restaurants that serve cuisine from all over the globe. Over the past few weeks, we’ve been scouring the best Thai cuisine in the city, part of Thai Select network. Zebra Asian Noodle Bar and Zebra Express – where you can sample some of the best Asian cuisine in Prague. If you fancy some exotic cuisine, simply head to Zebra Asian Noodle Bar or Zebra Express (should you be in a hurry) and start your culinary journey through the mysterious and intriguing Far East. At both Zebra locations, you will find a variety of delectable, exciting dishes with splendid mouthwatering flavors; from the far reaches of the globe, these exotic dishes will have you returning time and time again so you can sample and experience the complex flavors of Thailand, Vietnam, China, and Japan. All of the dishes at Zebra are made to order by experienced chefs who use only top-quality, fresh ingredients, ensuring that your meal will be hot and fresh. With an extensive menu, friendly staff members who are more than willing to be your culinary guide, and beautiful interiors with elements of the exotic, you will not want for...
Rosé wine is one of the most beloved drinks for summer. It is light, refreshing, and instantly makes one feel elegant and sophisticated. Its iconic pink tint looks amazing in a wine glass and serves as a perfect compliment at any summertime gathering. What makes rosé even better is its universality when it comes to foods it could be eaten with, especially with grilled dishes. Usually, that kind of food is served with a glass of red, however, during summer and hot weather, a strongly tannic wine may not be the best choice, which is why a glass of rosé will go nicely with both hefty and light meals. How rosé wines are made Contrary to stereotypes, rosé is not the result of mixing white and red wines together. There are several production methods. The most popular is known as “bleeding” (fr. Saignee) – the berries of red grapes are lightly pressed, the skin is torn and the enzymes contained in it start the fermentation process. After a few hours, the skin is removed, but the juice has time to turn into a rich pink color. It is important not to overexpose here, therefore in France rosé is often called...
Prague’s coolest festival! Come and have fun with family and friends at Prague Ice Cream Festival – a celebration of all kinds of ice cream! For a modest entry fee, taste several kinds of ice cream and enjoy the day in a beautiful environment with an interesting program. The festival was established in 2015 and is currently the largest festival of its kind in Central Europe. Participants in the festival are not only from the Czech Republic but also from Poland and Slovakia. At Prague Ice Cream Festival you will find all types and flavors of ice cream – gelato, soft, yogurt, ice roll, sorbets, and ice lollies. Prague Ice Cream Festival offers also entertainment for children and adults, a number of competitions, and tastings. Lovers of fresh fruits, alcoholic and soft drinks, coffee, and good food are also sure to be satisfied. The best part is that you can do taste testing to decide which one is your favorite. All sorts of flavors including vegan and organic will be offered. The festival also helped contribute around 100 000 Kč to Kapka naděje (Drop of Hope) charity and more than 19 000 to Adra charity. Each visitor to the festival will...
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