Warsaw’s Christmas season shines brightest through its food traditions.
Two standout experiences let travelers connect with authentic Polish holiday customs: a 4-course dinner and cooking workshop with local host Maria Oskroba brings traditional family recipes to life, while a 3-hour gingerbread making session teaches the art of Poland’s beloved Christmas cookies.
Both classes are hands-on, intimate, and – most importantly – delicious.
These carefully selected tours showcase the best of Warsaw’s festive flavors.
Key Points
- Enjoy a 4-course traditional Polish Christmas dinner with a cooking class on making dumplings, led by a local host in Warsaw.
- Learn to bake and decorate authentic Polish gingerbread cookies in a hands-on, intimate workshop with a maximum of 10 participants.
- Immerse in Polish Christmas traditions through a cultural handout and tasting of Polish liqueurs.
- Accessibility features include metro, bus, and tramway access, as well as wheelchair-friendly venues.
- Both experiences are highly rated by travelers, with 4.9-star reviews and 100% recommendation.
Flavours of Polish Christmas: 4 Course Dinner + Cooking Class
One of the best ways to take in the flavors of a Polish Christmas is through the “Flavours of Polish Christmas: 4-Course Dinner + Cooking Class” experience.
Hosted by Maria Oskroba in Warsaw, this 4.9-rated activity is recommended by 100% of travelers and accommodates a maximum of 10 guests.
The sample menu includes a selection of marinated herrings or beetroot soup with dumplings for the starter, dumplings with sauerkraut for the main, and poppy seed cake or kutia for dessert.
The experience includes a 4-course dinner, a dumplings cooking class, a recipe booklet, photos from the class, a handout on Polish Christmas traditions, and a tasting of Polish liqueurs.
The class takes place at PIEROGI & MORE, which is accessible via metro, bus, and tramway, with a start time of 5:30 PM.
While vegetarian and vegan options are available, the experience is non-refundable with no cancellations allowed.
Read our full review: Flavours of Polish Christmas: 4 Course Dinner + Cooking Class Review
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Christmas Gingerbread Cookies Baking and Decorating Workshop
Along With the immersive “Flavours of Polish Christmas” experience, visitors can also partake in the “Christmas Gingerbread Cookies Baking and Decorating Workshop” hosted at the same PIEROGI & MORE venue in Warsaw.
The 3-hour baking and decorating class allows participants to create traditional Polish gingerbread cookies infused with honey and spices. Led by the chef, the workshop includes individual instructions, recipes, and a link to photos taken during the session.
Attendees will also enjoy coffee, tea, and optional alcoholic beverages. With a maximum of 10 participants, the workshop provides a hands-on, intimate setting to learn this Polish Christmas delicacy.
Located near public transportation, the class starts at 3 PM and returns to the meeting point at PIEROGI & MORE. While non-refundable, the workshop is wheelchair accessible and welcomes service animals.
Priced at €61.41 per person, this experience earns a 5.0 rating from 4 reviews, making it a must-try activity for Christmas in Warsaw.
Read our full review: Christmas Gingerbread Cookies Baking and Decorating Workshop Review
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Recap
Warsaw offers a delightful array of Christmas experiences for visitors. Indulge in a traditional four-course Polish dinner and learn to cook festive dishes in a hands-on workshop. Unleash your creativity by baking and decorating gingerbread cookies. These immersive experiences provide a chance to savor the flavors and traditions of a Polish Christmas, creating lasting memories.