PrahaIN.cz Explores Festival Gastronomy at Kunětická hora
PrahaIN.cz recently spent two days at the festival at Kunětická hora near Pardubice. The highlight of the event was the performance by the popular Czech rock band Kabát. As always, it was a unique and unforgettable experience. However, we also took the time to explore the festival’s gastronomy.
We can confidently say that the selection of food was enormous. From langos, a Vietnamese classic, to crickets and giant loaves of bread, there was something to satisfy every craving. Although the prices were generally higher than average, they were not excessive or unreasonable. So, what did we find between the two rival cities of Hradec Králové and Pardubice?
One of the most intriguing finds was the Mega chleba stall. A slice of this typical Czech dish cost 80 korun. It was available with various toppings such as crackling, tvarůžek cheese, chives, or cheese spread, and of course, it was served with crackling. While 80 korun may seem steep for a single slice, the combination of bread and crackling was a hit at the festival.
We were also impressed by the worm stall. A bag of worms cost 125 korun, three bags cost 330 korun, and if you bought six bags, each worm bag would cost you 99 korun. The worms were available in different flavors, from garlic to gingerbread.
Unfortunately, we didn’t have the courage or the alcohol tolerance to try them.
The toasted dishes were fantastic. Tortilla chips with raclette cheese cost 130 korun, while the “toastie” dish, which included raclette cheese, cheddar, mozzarella, spring onions, bread, and truffle oil, was available for 100 korun. For an additional 20 korun, you could add chorizo or prosciutto.
Of course, there was also a stall selling langoše, a traditional Czech fried dough. The langoše at the festival were huge and cost 150 korun.
Vietnamese delicacies were also available, which have become a festival classic. Vietnamese cuisine has become popular in Prague, and the dishes served are usually less greasy than before. However, this cannot be said for the Vietnamese stalls at the festival. The overpowering smell of burnt oil still lingered. Nevertheless, the food was affordable, with stir-fried noodles with vegetables costing 120 korun, and with chicken priced at 160 korun. Stir-fried beef with rice noodles, salad, and peanuts was available for 180 korun, as were the stir-fried spring rolls.
A Czech favorite, the trdelník, was also sold at the festival for 100 korun.
One highlight that cannot be overlooked is the spaghetti carbonara. The preparation was a sight to behold. The chef had the pasta pre-cooked and warmed it in hot water. Next to him was a giant wheel of Parmesan cheese, from which he cut several pieces. He then tossed the warm spaghetti directly into the hollowed-out cheese wheel and thoroughly mixed it. Honestly, it tasted much better than in many Italian restaurants in Prague.
As for drinks, mojitos at Kunětická hora cost 150 korun, while mango and raspberry mojitos were five korun more expensive. A Cuba libre could be enjoyed for 125 korun, while a Dominican mule and green spritz were both priced at 130 korun. Beer lovers had to pay a bit more for their Plzeň, as it cost 70 korun.
Overall, the festival at Kunětická hora offered a wide variety of gastronomic delights. From traditional Czech dishes to international favorites, there was something for everyone’s taste buds. The prices were reasonable considering the festival atmosphere, and the quality of the food was generally excellent. PrahaIN.cz had a great time exploring the festival’s culinary offerings and recommends it to all food enthusiasts.Title: Festivalgoers Delight in Culinary Offerings at Kunětická Hora Festival
Subtitle: Mega Bread, Toasted Delights, and Vietnamese Cuisine Among the Highlights
Date: July 26, 2023
Pardubice, Czech Republic – The Kunětická Hora festival near Pardubice delighted attendees with a wide array of culinary offerings over the weekend. Festivalgoers had the opportunity to indulge in a variety of dishes, including traditional Czech delicacies, international favorites, and festival classics.
One of the standout food options was the Mega Bread stall, offering a slice of the typical Czech dish for 80 korun. The Mega Bread came with various toppings such as crackling, tvarůžková (a type of cheese), chives, or cheese spread, accompanied by crispy cracklings. While the price may seem higher than usual, the festival atmosphere made it a worthwhile treat.
Another intriguing option was the worm stall, where a bag of worms cost 125 korun, three bags were priced at 330 korun, and six bags were available for 99 korun each. The worms came in different flavors, ranging from garlic to gingerbread.
Langoše, a popular festival snack, was also a hit among attendees. These large fried dough pastries were available for 150 korun each.
Vietnamese cuisine, which has gained popularity in Prague, was also present at the festival. However, festivalgoers noted that the dishes served at the Vietnamese stalls were still quite greasy compared to the lighter versions found in the city. Nevertheless, the affordable prices made it a popular choice for a quick and satisfying meal.
In addition to the food, the festival offered a variety of drinks. Mojitos were priced at 150 korun, while mango and raspberry variations cost an additional five korun. Cuba libra was available for 125 korun, and Dominican mule and green spritz were both priced at 130 korun. Beer lovers had to pay a bit more, with a pint of Plzeň costing 70 korun.
The festival also featured an impressive lineup of musical performances. Artists such as Kryštof, Michal Hrůza, Gaia Mesiah, Anna K., Majk Spirit, Kurtizány z 25. avenue, Dymytry, Mirai, Tomáš Klus, and Wanastowi vjecy entertained the crowd throughout the weekend. However, the highlight of the festival was the electrifying performance by Pepa Vojtek and the band Kabát, who captivated the audience with their energetic showmanship.
Overall, the Kunětická Hora festival provided a memorable experience for both music and food enthusiasts. With its diverse culinary offerings and impressive musical lineup, the festival was reminiscent of a “small Woodstock” and left attendees eagerly anticipating next year’s event.
What were some of the unique culinary offerings at the Kunětická Hora festival near Pardubice?
Combination of the bread and crackling was a hit among festivalgoers.
Another intriguing find was the worm stall, offering bags of worms in different flavors, from garlic to gingerbread. Although not everyone had the courage to try them, the worms were priced at 125 korun for a bag, with discounts available for larger quantities.
Toasted dishes were also a crowd-pleaser, with options like tortilla chips with raclette cheese priced at 130 korun, and a “toastie” dish with raclette cheese, cheddar, mozzarella, spring onions, bread, truffle oil, and the option to add chorizo or prosciutto for an additional 20 korun.
Traditional Czech fried dough, known as langoše, was also available at the festival, offering huge portions for 150 korun.
Vietnamese cuisine, a festival classic, was another highlight. While the smell of burnt oil was still evident at the Vietnamese stalls, the food was affordable, with stir-fried noodles with vegetables priced at 120 korun and with chicken priced at 160 korun. Stir-fried beef with rice noodles, salad, and peanuts was available for 180 korun, as were the stir-fried spring rolls.
The festival also offered a taste of Czech favorite, trdelník, at a price of 100 korun.
A standout culinary experience was the spaghetti carbonara, prepared with flair by heating pre-cooked pasta in hot water and mixing it directly in a giant wheel of Parmesan cheese. Many festivalgoers found it to be even better than what they have had in Italian restaurants in Prague.
For drinks, festivalgoers could enjoy mojitos for 150 korun, with mango and raspberry variations priced at five korun more. Other options included Cuba libre for 125 korun, Dominican mule and green spritz for 130 korun, and Plzeň beer for 70 korun.
Overall, the festival at Kunětická Hora offered a diverse range of gastronomic delights, satisfying every craving and taste bud. The prices, while slightly higher than average, were reasonable considering the festival atmosphere. PrahaIN.cz had an excellent time exploring the festival’s culinary offerings and highly recommends it to food enthusiasts.
Title: Festivalgoers Delight in Culinary Offerings at Kunětická Hora Festival
Subtitle: Mega Bread, Toasted Delights, and Vietnamese Cuisine Among the Highlights
Date: July 26, 2023
Pardubice, Czech Republic - The Kunětická Hora festival near Pardubice delighted attendees with a wide array of culinary offerings over the weekend. Festivalgoers had the opportunity to indulge in a variety of dishes, including traditional Czech delicacies, international favorites, and festival classics. From the Mega Bread stall to the toasted delights and Vietnamese cuisine, there was something for everyone’s taste buds. The prices were reasonable, considering the festival atmosphere, and the quality of the food was excellent. PrahaIN.cz had a great time exploring the festival’s culinary offerings and recommends it to all food enthusiasts.
