Lent starts next week, and beforehand there are two traditional days that involve indulging in sweets.
The more common holiday is known as Fat Tuesday, the day before Ash Wednesday when Christians enjoy tasty treats and prepare to fast for Lent. This day is also known as Pączki Day in Polish communities, when many eat pączki, a heavier doughnut-like pastry that’s typically glazed or powdered and filled with a variety of flavors.
There’s also Fat…
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If you are a senior ie 60+ and NYC resident and want to get it free or at least part of a six course cafeteria dinner for $1.50 go to either of the two senior centers in Greenpoint. They have a polish flair to them. On a separate note I heard that the Word Bookstore is selling its business.
Glad you noted the Polish businesses around town… Maybe use one of them as the highlight photo instead of Charlotte (which is a lovely bakery but a Polish bakery would better embody this iconic Polish food)!