Welcome to Czechia! In a country where you can discover new flavours, travel easily between gastronomic regions and be pleasantly surprised by a diversity you might not expect. From fine dining awarded by prestigious gastronomic guides through to honest regional cuisine and a distinctive beer and wine culture. Experience Czech gastronomy to the fullest. Taste Czechia!
Czech Gastronomy Awarded by MICHELIN Guide and Gault&Millau
Czechia is establishing itself as one of the most exciting gastronomic destinations in Central Europe. Fine dining restaurants recognised by the MICHELIN Guide and the Gault & Millau guide confirm that the high standard of Czech gastronomy is not limited to the capital city of Prague, but is developing across the regions. A strong trend is the emphasis on seasonality, local farmers and authentic ingredients that reflect the character of the landscape.
Indulge in the authentic Czech terroir
Czech winemaking has two faces: the sun-drenched South Moravia and the diverse North Bohemia (particularly around the towns of Mělník and Litoměřice). Both are easily accessible from Prague, whether by car or by train. Moravia enchants with its endless vineyards, vibrant atmosphere and modern wineries that stand as small architectural icons. North Bohemia, in contrast, draws visitors with the romance of historic vineyards and a relaxed pace that naturally invites you to slow down and savour the moment.
A NIGHT IN A WINE BARREL:
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During the season, vineyards also host cultural events that enrich your visit to Czech and Moravian wine regions and offer unique experiences infused with a wine-growing atmosphere. Many wineries also stand out for their excellent restaurants and often provide unique accommodation options – for example, stylishly designed rooms directly at the winery or unusual stays in wine barrels.
During the season, vineyards also host cultural events that enrich your visit to Czech and Moravian wine regions and offer unique experiences infused with a wine-growing atmosphere. Many wineries also stand out for their excellent restaurants and often provide unique accommodation options – for example, stylishly designed rooms directly at the winery or unusual stays in wine barrels.
Wine in Czechia is not just a drink; it is an experience. Harvest festivals, folk celebrations, open wine cellars, and picturesque cellar lanes give the regions a distinctive atmosphere where tradition blends with the joy of coming together. The Moravian wine trails invite you to explore by bike or on foot – among vineyards, wine cellars and historic towns, you can discover the landscape and local flavours at your own pace.
Taste Liquid Gold in a Glass
Czechia is a beer superpower, and that is no exaggeration! You will find more than 500 breweries here, including over 450 microbreweries scattered across the country. Each region has its own flavour, its own story, and its own way of serving beer. The legendary symbol is Plzeň, the city where the world-famous lager was born and from which Czech beer culture spread across the globe. However, iconic breweries can also be found elsewhere: Cvikov, České Budějovice, Velké Popovice, Přerov, Broumy, Krásná Lípa, Nový Bor, Plasy, Znojmo, Turnov and Třeboň, among others.
Beer can also be explored actively. Beer trails – not only in Plzeň, but also in the Krkonoše Mountains, in South Bohemia and in the Znojmo region (where wine nevertheless reigns supreme) – connect local breweries with the landscape, historic towns and walking routes, allowing you to discover each region step by step – and sip by sip. An exceptional place is held by Žatec and the landscape of Saaz hops, inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List as a reminder of the global significance of Czech hop growing. And if you want to take the experience even further, try beer spas. And where there is beer, there is always a good mood!
Feel free to savour new flavours in Czechia
Czech gastronomy is a celebration of flavour, tradition and creativity that invites you to explore not only on the plate, but also in the very heart of the regions: distinctive Olomouc tvarůžky cheese, crispy spa wafers, sweet Hořice wafer rolls, Pardubice gingerbread, Štramberk ears or Wallachian frgál – many of which hold protected geographical indication status. Farmers’ markets, family-run farms and organic farms are a wonderful opportunity to taste something new at the very highest quality.
And what traditional Czech dishes should you try, especially those that pair perfectly with different types of beer? For example, tender roast duck, sirloin in creamy sauce, fried cheese, crispy potato pancakes, delicate fish, rich kulajda soup or sweet fruit dumplings. There is, however, much more to discover in Czechia. Everyone will find something to enjoy, including vegetarians.
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