UK, Ireland / What do Polish people in Ireland think of Irish food? [90]


You might want to fix your picture for that, as the Bulmers in your picture is an English cider, in the UK (due to copyright laws i believe) what you in the Republic know as Bulmers is re-branded as Magners :)

As for breakfasts...I could honestly kill you for going into so much detail about the Ulster Fry...I can almost taste it and I only have instant noodles at the moment!

But it does not sound too dissimilar to some fry ups I've had in Glasgow...just with tattie scones replacing the potato bread and fried normal bread in place of soda bread. Plus I like a wee slice of haggis on there...and of course a good couple of bits of Lorne! Mmmmmm!

That coddle stuff sounds immense too!

News / New York Post : "Polish" Death Camps and more [278]


I think this is most likely. Badly worded reports picked up on by eagle eyed Poles. Let's be honest...how many people are going to think that it was Poland that was in charge of these camps and not the Nazis?

Life / Differing Brand Names In Poland/Europe and the UK [20]

Galaxy (chocolate) = Dove

Life / 15 year old girl, separated parents, father won't allow her to travel overseas [8]

Does he still need to pay his CSS if they both agree to this?

UK, Ireland / Irish Primary schools to teach Polish [223]


It is a shame, it is one of my biggest regrets is never having the option to speak Gaelic at school.

Scottish Gaelic is all but dead (except on the far West Coast where they are trying to revive it), I don't think it was mass immigration that did that though. Just young people and the way that they think. They would probably much rather speak the same language as their rap singers and paris hiltons. Not wanting to say English as such, because, well the last time someone young sent me a text, it's really nothing like English.

UK, Ireland / Irish Primary schools to teach Polish [223]


Just out of curiosity, how many people in Northern Ireland speak Irish as their first language?

Infact, on a day to day basis, how many people in the Republic speak Irish as their first language.

I am not having a go, just curious, I have lots of friends from both sides of the border and, even in the company of other Irish people, they seem to speak in English all the time.

Life / Why build a supermarket with 20 checkouts with only 3 till staff? [46]

Changi is the opposite end of the scale to Polish Tesco. I would say they have too many staff, always pestering you and asking if you want this or that. It doesn't annoy me as much as sitting looking at loads of different checkouts with no staff while i am waiting in a queue for ages.

As for the car parking thing. Is that not to discourage people just using the car park and not shopping in the shop? You would think they might do a validation scheme that means your fine doesn't count if you have a receipt of over a certain amount. This isn't supermarket sweep!

UK, Ireland / Irish Primary schools to teach Polish [223]


Well even if it's not an "important" language. Learning any language is a benefit to young people, especially ones so young. I wish I had learned ore languages in early primary...would maybe have helped me in later life.

So in that case would you say that learning the Irish Gaelic is useless as well? It's not exactly a hugely spoken or important language. But I know I would love to have learned Gaelic at school!

UK, Ireland / Irish Primary schools to teach Polish [223]

You would though...

...I don't see why enhancing the education of children is anything to oppose.

Life / Looking for heartburn remedies in Krakow. [36]


I don't know, never went to see him. Just popped a few rennies, stayed off the booze for a night and it was fine again.

Life / Differing Brand Names In Poland/Europe and the UK [20]


I wasn't sure about this one, because the Isana packaging looks very similar to a brand back home...but I have never seen Isana back home.

Life / Looking for heartburn remedies in Krakow. [36]

I found that they also sell Gaviscon here but under a different brand name.

That's given me an idea for a new thread.

Life / why do People in Poland speak so quietly? [23]

I totally agree. I got stuck behind this guy in Glasgow once who was doing a spot of money transferring and taking money out of 4 (yes...4!!!) cards. If it wasn't for the fact it was the only ATM for ages I would have gone to the next one...but at the time I didn't fancy the 5 minute walk and by the time he was halfway through and i realised how long he would be I had dug my heels in.

But seriously, 1 card, put it in, enter your pin, select "cash" and go on your merry way!

Life / why do People in Poland speak so quietly? [23]


I suppose so, but it does still seem quite strange to me. I find most places take cards these days...and my bank lets me use ATMs of any bank for free so that's never been a concern.

How interesting though. What will they think of next?

Genealogy / "-ski" last names more desirable in Poland? [28]

It was a joke (albeit much funnier in my head!), i was insinuating that the -cki ending was made up because of someone wanting a more noble name but spelling it wrong.

Made me laugh...but then I am very simple.

Life / How much Zloty to have an average life in Poland? [98]


Perfectly possible yes, but not easy. It does mean making a lot of sacrifices. But if you are willing to share a flat, cook (or eat in bar mleczny) and not go out too much then it's easy enough. However it depends the life you want to lead.

Life / why do People in Poland speak so quietly? [23]


You think, I have lived in the UK, Singapore, New Zealand and Dubai and haven't ever seen a drive through ATM. I can't see the use of them to be honest. When do you need to have cash when you're driving?

Genealogy / "-ski" last names more desirable in Poland? [28]

Those belonged to Noblemen that were not good spellers.

Love / Real relationship with a polish girl [26]


Well we still don't know her...so I think you are the best person to answer this!

UK, Ireland / The paradox of Polish drivers getting car insurance in the UK [14]

I had the same problem in the UK when I passed my test as a 17 year old male. It was either ridiculously expensive or some companies just laughed at me and said to try again when I was 23 or had 4 years driving experience...it's ridiculous!

Food / Lamb in Krakow [11]

Cheers, that's good to know. I do like a bit of lamb from time to time.

Just to extend this thread a bit. St Andrew's Day is fast approaching and I want to make a haggis. Does anyone know of a butcher where I can get lung, heart and liver of lamb/mutton? Or just any butchers who deal in sheep in Kraków? I am sure if they sell any cuts of sheep I can source it from them.

Also can someone help out with a bit of vocab, what is lungs, heart and liver in Polish. Is there a word for the lot (in Scotland we say the pluck) or is it individual?

Life / Looking for heartburn remedies in Krakow. [36]


To be fair, it will work, but it's only really the bicarbonate of soda that works. No need to spend the extra money.


Ach, these things happen...I am fully healthy now. Just got a bit of a hangover...but nothing a day in bed watching rubbish TV and listening to the Ashes won't fix :D

Life / How much Zloty to have an average life in Poland? [98]


The Rynek might be good for watching the world go by, but there are other places you can do the same and it will not cost as much. Le Scandale...one of the most expensive places in Kazimierz is only 8PLN a beer and you can sit outside there :)

Life / How much Zloty to have an average life in Poland? [98]

If you give me 50zł then I will point out the search feature which will answer your question.

But basically it depends on where and how you want to live.

Life / I'm an American who lived in Poland for 6 years. I'm not welcome anymore. [169]


Not just Poles I imagine though. And not just the States. I know numerous people who go places on holiday and stay for years even though are not meant to. I know it's a hassle to get proper documents and stuff...but surely that is better than getting turfed out your home in a dawn raid?

Life / I'm an American who lived in Poland for 6 years. I'm not welcome anymore. [169]


I would say that is because the mass Polish immigration in the US happened a good while ago (as with the Irish and Italians). However the immigration to the UK and Ireland is a much more recent thing (with the EU border regulations). Hence why, at the moment there is more hatred coming from the UK.

As for the original post. If you openly admit that you are living and working in Poland illegally then how can you then complain when they want you out? Yes, maybe it was great for you in the past, but, as you said, those days are gone. If you want to live and work here then do it legally, just as I have had to do when going to New Zealand and Australia...and would have to do if i wanted to go to the US.

Life / PRICE OF DENTAL SERVICES IN POLAND? [8]


Don't bother mate, it's a hell of a trek from Kraków to Leszno just for a chip which doesn't even hurt that much!

Life / PRICE OF DENTAL SERVICES IN POLAND? [8]


Where is your dentist...i could do with getting a chip filled...although it has been chipped for about a year so it might be non-fillable

Life / You know you have been living in poland too long when.... [73]


I am not Polish and I disagree. I have had some lovely, flavoursome meals over here in Poland.

But yes, most expats will agree with you that Polish food is bland and no good. I love it though.