Life / Important Poland etiquette question: bite of the herring first, then a shot, or shot first, then a herring? [22]

OK, vodka first.
I think I'm going to present it as "proceed at your own risk" kind of experience.
I could dare them, but then somebody might upchuck.

Should I get some black bread? Even though I have absolutely no control when it comes to herring, and vodka is my drink of choice, I feel something is missing. Maybe something sour at the end would make it a less farrowing of an experience for the uninitiated?

Love / "going to dinner with my sis..." - approaching a Polish girl, help needed [46]

So often we think of things to say after the opportunity has passed. You could have said, after she told you she's having dinner with her sister (which most probably was true), "let me know if you'd like to go another time", and she could have said "maybe another time". The chances are, both of you could not come up with a follow up, worried you might sound too forward.

That said, let her sweat. Now she knows you like her, so you have to wait for a sign from her, like long leading look or something.

Real Estate / Poland's apartment prices continue to fall [1844]

or, they simply do not move around much and pass their places down to their descendants? Maybe they list it just to see if they sell and then decide to keep it in the family after all.

Love / Do Polish Men frown upon women who do not have a higher education? [7]

I think education is really important to some Poles. If his parents are well educated, the cosmetology might not measure up. But in the end, you might win them over; hard work and common sense count for a lot.

Love / Are women from Poland scared of good looking guys? [48]

It's possible that some wiser women might avoid pretty boys who pay so much attention to their looks. It's a character flaw. ;)

Love / Are women from Poland scared of good looking guys? [48]

Obviously, Polish ladies are smarter and more sophisticated than what you're used to.

Food / Where is the best place to buy cheap wine in Poland? [5]

buy only a half of the wine, but better quality, then spike your sangria with some liquor.

Language / Friends - Is there a difference between znajomych and przyjaciol? [8]

Big difference. Even bigger once you realize that Polish people do not use term "friend" (przyjaciel) as loosely as it is used in the US.

UK, Ireland / Living in a Polish/Gypsy community in Poland. People don't like me there. [25]

Go to Lubliń. It may inspire you.

Life / some poles play the Race games best! [38]

I would like to see the letter. Can you post it in the "Speak Polish" > "Language" section?

Food / Polish wine produced in the Zielona Góra region [41]



What exactly, is the point of contention? Which particular law does Poland have to add, or subtract, to comply with the EU's?
And, if Polish wines are compliant with Polish law, why can't they be sold in Poland?
And one more, can someone voluntarily comply with EU law and sell the wine abroad?
(I'm having hard time finding these things online)

Food / Polish wine produced in the Zielona Góra region [41]

I don't understand why the government has not granted licenses to sell wine since August 2008. Were there any reasons given, or, at least, some speculations?

Love / Dating a Polish/Italian Guy [18]

I assume that was sarcastic, kreme.
The signs that he does not want her to be a part of his life are all there, no family involvement, no friends, he does not even want her to know where he works, for Pete's sake!

I think he's just working her because she presents him with a challenge and a distraction.
Sorry, but that is my take.

Food / Polish wine produced in the Zielona Góra region [41]

Thanks, Jon!

Food / Polish wine produced in the Zielona Góra region [41]

I don't see wine as one of the products listed, warszawski

"Protected Geographical Indication (PGI)-covers agricultural products whose quality, reputation and properties are closely linked to a specific geographical area. At least one of the stages of production, processing or preparation takes place in the area to which the product's name refers.

Polish products registered by the European Commission as PGI: miód wrzosowy z Borów Dolnośląskich (heather honey from Lower Silesia Forests), rogal świętomarciński (crescent-shaped bun from the Wielkopolska region), wielkopolski ser smażony (fried cheese from the Wielkopolska region), andruty kaliskie (wafers from Kalisz), truskawka kaszubska/kaszëbskô malëna (strawberry variety from the Kashubia region), fasola korczyńska (bean variety from the Nowy Korczyn area), miód kurpiowski (honey from the Kurpie region), kiełbasa lisiecka (sausage from the Małopolska region), suska sechlońska (dried plum from the Małopolska region), obwarzanek krakowski (bagel-like bread from Cracow), jabłka łąckie (apple variety from the Małopolska region), śliwka szydłowska (dried plum from Szydłów), chleb prądnicki (bread variety from Prądnik, Małopolska region), miód drahimski (honey from northwestern Poland), jabłka grójeckie (apple variety from Grójec, Mazovia region), kołocz śląski/kołacz śląski (raised cake from Silesia), ser koryciński swojski (cheese from Podlasie region), jagnięcina podhalańska (lamb meat from the Podhale region)."

Love / Dating a Polish/Italian Guy [18]

This is my feeling about this, and of course, this is just my guess.
I think you are his rebound girl. Eventually, he might even go back to his girlfriend.
Also, sooner you sleep with him, sooner your relationship is going to be over.

Life / Mall Madness in Poland? [8]

Malls are good in inclement weather, especially for teenagers.
Also, good for senior citizens to do their walking.
I have not been to one in many years.

Food / Polish wine produced in the Zielona Góra region [41]

We're thinking about helping out some family friends in growing and making red wine . I had no idea there might be problems selling it. But then I should have expected it; my father rarely bothers with those pesky legal issues. :/

Food / Polish wine produced in the Zielona Góra region [41]

What law? Can you elaborate, please?

USA, Canada / Dual citizenship - US doesn't care if you don't give up Polish passport [103]

cool info on how good is your passport, strictly from the point of view of how many countries it will get you in:

Love / Polish friend cutting off contact indirectly - is this a cultural misunderstanding? [15]

maybe your friend got a new significant other that does not appreciate your friendship

News / Poland's interior minister and the central bank chief recorded [28]


embarrassing... but in a way, I'm glad Polish government is taking this wiretaping (recording?) issue seriously.

News / Poland's interior minister and the central bank chief recorded [28]

so two movers-n-shakers were secretly taped trying to boot a government official out. What is the big deal?

News / Poland's interior minister and the central bank chief recorded [28]

At least give us a clue what to search on! Never mind, I found it, but Vincent was right.

Life / Polish and Slavic Art [48]

[Moved from]: Engraved rolling pins by Polish artist


shoandtellblog.com/2014/05/on-roll.html

Language / Too many English words in the Polish language! [709]

is there any reason we should stay with old Polish words instead of adopting new ones from foreign languages?

demotywatory.pl/4351512/A-mozna-by-pomyslec-ze-co-jak-co-ale-Polacy-jezyk-ojczysty-znaja

Real Estate / Is it possible to pre- pay a house/mortgage loan In Poland? [7]

In US the interest you pay on your home mortgage is deductible, not the principal.

News / Poland one step closer to visa waiver by US Senate [59]

Oh yea, Lenka, I'm worried they'll overstay! Or they will not. The Polish people I know think they have an inalienable right to leave whenever they're good an ready. :)

WTH are you talking about, Monitor, GPS trackers??

News / Poland one step closer to visa waiver by US Senate [59]


for the beaches, boating, fishing, surfing... the good life :)

Repeat. How did this happen??