Poznań slows down in the winter. Yes, there’s still Lake Malta (p.44) with its ice-skating rink, mini ski slope, and year-round water park, but as temperatures dip, Poznaniaks increasingly hole up inside, warming themselves with mulled wine and mulled beer (p.72) or making their way through a backlog of cafes and restaurants that opened over the summer. This is the perfect time to get yourself thoroughly acquainted with the heavy regional cuisine (p.54), practice eating pączki (p.59) in preparation for Fat Thursday, and maybe even hop into a time machine in the form of a local milk bar, which we’ve written about extensively starting on p.6.
And then there are the festivities. `Tis the holiday season, so you better believe that a Christmas Fair is in the works – and, actually, Poznań does two. Spend your time bouncing between the Old Town Square Fair (p.12) and the larger Freedom Square Fair (p.11), which will even boast a Ferris wheel. But before that, Poznań will celebrate something more unusual: St. Martin’s Day (p.10), a holiday dedicated to the city’s favourite saint and an opportunity to eat an obscene number of St. Martin’s croissants (p.55).
Happy winter, and we hope you enjoy your stay in Poznań!
This issue’s snowy cover shot portrays none other than the Old Town Hall (p.27), with Neptune (p.28) looking out of his element in front. This is the type of weather we’re hoping for this winter, by the way.
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Happa To Mame
A minimalist Japanese concept cafe in Jeżyce. Perfect to enjoy matcha lattes and daifuku – they are delicious. Read more ➞
PaniStek
Steak lovers rejoice! Choose from a variety of cuts including strip loin, bone-in sirloin, ribeye, T-bone and more. They’ve got craft beer! Read more ➞
Min’s Table
A trendy hole-in-the-wall serving authentic Korean bibimbap. Check it out! Read more ➞
Naleśnikarnia Gramofon
Sweet and savoury crepes at an affordable price. Enjoy classic fillings like jam, spinach, or baked apples with cinnamon, to more creative concoctions like chocolate, pear, blue cheese, and walnuts. Read more ➞
Just Friends Beer & Food
Shareable hot or cold appetisers to enjoy in the company of friends. Down BBQ ribs, chicken wings, plums wrapped in bacon, rillettes, and other tasty snacks with a good brew. Right on the Main Market Sqaure! Read more ➞
Olivio
A trattoria right in the Old Town offering pizza and Italian favourites like lasagna, ravioli, mussels in wine, gnocchi, and tiramisu. Read more ➞
U Aipo
A small and simple hole-in-the-wall serving Kyrgyz food: lamb kuurdak (meat with potatoes and onions), lagman (a brothy soup with hand-pulled noodles and meat) and more. Read more ➞
Byczyn
A small vegan eatery focusing on elaborate veggie burgers. Read more ➞
PUB Strzelnica
A laid-back pub offering craft beer, including local brew Moczybroda, whiskey, and mixed drinks, plus live music and other events. Read more ➞
