Author of Polska
Introduction
Today’s episode is a real treat for all of us. I’m welcoming Zuza Zak to the podcast for the second time today. The first time was several months ago, when Zuza came on to share details about the Cook for Ukraine initiative.
Zuza is author of 3 cookbooks, Polska, which she calls “a love letter to her country” of Poland, and what we focus on most in this episode. She has also written Amber and Rye, which focuses on the cuisine, culture, and history of the Baltic States, and finally this year she’s releasing a book all about pierogi or dumplings. As a storytelling cookbook author, Zuza has an incredible gift for writing in a way that helps us connect our food with nature, heritage, place, and especially the seasons. Maybe it’s because of this connection to nature that every time I read or listen to Zuza I feel both calm and mentally stimulated all at the same time. Despite it being our second conversation, this is still one of the longest episodes I’ve released in a little while! I simply love to listen to Zuza talk. I feel every conversation with her is a gift and I’m happy to pass that gift along to you now.
Highlights of This Conversation with Zuza Zak- Update on Cook For Ukraine and Pierogies for Peace
- Zuza’s first cookbook, Polska: A Love Letter to Poland
- Two amazing grandmothers:
- One, a cook, who made intricate cakes for every community event, without charge;
- Another strong woman, a lawyer, who beat her own legs with nettles to “improve circulation”
- How communists perverted fokloric culture
- How communism perverted everything
- “If you make a mistake, someone could come in the night and take one of us away.”
- The value of the freedom of choice
- The magic in the Polish Christmas
- How Polska made me feel connected to be nature
- The importance of fasting as a way of life
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How To Contact Zuza ZakHer website: zuzazak.com
Instagram: @zuzacooks
Twitter: @zuzazak
Zuza’s Books: Polska, Amber & Rye, Pierogi
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