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337 Funny Czech Desserts: Rakvička, Věneček & Other Sweet Surprises (Intermediate Culture)

337 Funny Czech Desserts: Rakvička, Věneček & Other Sweet Surprises (Intermediate Culture)20 Jul7 min

What do a little coffin, a wreath, and a poppy seed cake have in common? They’re all traditional Czech desserts! Join Monča and Šárka as they explore some of Czechia’s most beloved sweets, their unusual names, and the memories connected to them.

You'll discover why children used to eat desserts with alcohol, why poppy seeds surprise many foreigners, and which desserts Czech people still love today.

In this episode you'll hear about:

rakvička

věneček

větrník

indiánek

špička

makový koláč

This episode is perfect for intermediate Czech learners who want to improve their listening while learning about Czech culture.

Get the transcript here: https://slowczech.com/slowczechpodcast

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