Welcome to Katowice and issue 36 of Katowice In Your Pocket – your guide to the city and greater Silesia! Spring is already in the air as this year’s winter quietly slinks away having gone mostly unnoticed. Spring in Silesia usually means the beginning of a
Welcome to Katowice, the city which continues to surprise and humble us. Join us as we guide you through the best of what Katowice has to offer… As always, let us know how you got on in Katowice on our FB page and/or show us what you’ve seen during your time in the city by using the hashtag #katowiceinyourpocket through Instagram, or if you prefer, just use good old fashioned email: poland@inyourpocket.com.
Cover Story
As if Nikiszowiec (p.36) isn’t already a photographer’s playground, this aerial shot provides a unique perspective, showing the red brick, crazy angles and the nooks and crannies in this special part of Katowice.
Photo: Urząd Miasta Katowice.
Main Feature. Katowice with the Kids
Most trips abroad are usually exciting times, and they should be, but
if you have youngsters with you, it can sometimes be challenging to keep them entertained and prevent the dreaded stroppy behaviour! We feel your pain, but we can also soothe that pain, nay, even prevent it from becoming an issue! Read on to find out what Katowice and the surrounding area has to offer you and the kids.
New Reviews
Baklava
How about some sweet Turkish tea, coffee and baklava. Popular among international students and host of the Erasmus Karaoke Tuesdays. Read more ➞
Coccole di Caffe
A spacious, relaxed and rustic
Flamingoo Cafe & Decor
With a rustic look, it prides itself on good Italian coffee and food. All day breakfast and an adjacent store with, yes, bits of deco. Read more ➞
Organic Coffee & More
A little den in the city centre, just 5 minutes from the main train station offering coffee, smoothies, desserts, breakfast.
Bangkok
Located at the far end of ul. Mariacka (near the church), this Thai restaurant offers classics like Pad Thai and Kaow pad kai Daow.
Bistro Polonia
With a sleek but simple interior, they offer a mix of Polish and international flavours, from burger soup (you read that right) to an old school Polish dessert called Kogel Mogel. Read more ➞
Food & Ball
‘Food & Ball by Arkadiusz Milik’ to give it its full name is connected to the FC Napoli and Polish National team star who hails from Silesia. Located in Galeria Libero.
