Mushroom picking is more than just collecting food. In Czechia, it is a combination of tradition, nature, exercise, family time, and a little competition. Many Czech families even have their own secret mushroom-picking spot in the forest.
In this episode, Monča talks about:
Why mushroom picking is such a popular Czech tradition
Why every family has its own secret mushroom spot
Where different mushrooms grow
The most popular mushrooms in Czechia
The difference between edible and poisonous mushrooms
Chanterelles, parasol mushrooms, and different types of boletus
Traditional Czech mushroom dishes
Smaženice, kulajda, and houbový kuba
How Czechs preserve mushrooms by drying, cooking, or preserving them in jars
Useful Czech vocabulary connected with mushrooms and food
You’ll hear real, natural Czech and learn more about Czech culture at the same time.
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