Restaurant Relax Blog
Polish Food, Culture & Stories
Since 1997, we’ve been serving Polish food on Newel Street and collecting a few stories along the way. Stories about Polish food, culture, and traditions that traveled across the Atlantic, the dishes generations grew up with, and the holidays that still bring people together around the table.
Here, we share a little of the history, humor, and everyday life behind Polish food. You’ll find celebrations worth remembering, local Greenpoint stories, forgotten characters, familiar flavors, and the occasional confession about pierogi.
Some stories begin in Poland. Others begin right here in Brooklyn. All of them are connected by food, memory, and the people who have walked through the doors of Restaurant Relax.
Pull up a chair.
There is always another story to tell.
Golden-Fried Chicken Liver and Juicy Red Cabbage Salad
A hearty and comforting meal featuring golden-fried chicken liver, crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and topped with caramelized onions for a rich, savory flavor. Accompanying the liver is a serving of creamy mashed potatoes, adorned with sautéed onion and...
Poland’s Independence Day
Dzień Niepodległości Polski, Warszawa 2023, Paweł CabanowskiDzień Niepodległości Polski, Warszawa 2023, Paweł CabanowskiJózef Piłsudski, Father of the Modern Polish StateJózef Piłsudski by Wojciech KorkućPoland's Independence Day, celebrated on November 11th,...
God Bless America
After early voting, we went for a walk around the neighborhood and found this beautiful mural painted by the talented Polish artist @paulapaints. This powerful artwork reflects our emotions as Polish immigrants living in this great country. At the top, the words "God...
Restaurant Relax on the list of 12 Polish Food Businesses in Greenpoint
We want to thank @edysgrocer for including our Restaurant Relax on the list of 12 Polish businesses in Greenpoint. We're honored to be included among such great companies. 🇵🇱 Thank you for shining a spotlight on our community and supporting local businesses.
Spinach Pierogi & Warka Beer
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Spice up your Polish experience with our Jalapeño Pierogi!
Pierogi with Jalapeño offers a fusion of traditional Polish cuisine with a modern twist. These handmade, vegetarian dumplings are filled with a rich blend of creamy potatoes, tangy farmer’s cheese, and fresh, diced jalapeños for a kick of heat. This dish is a perfect...
A Honeyed Tribute to Indian Summer at Restaurant Relax
As part of our 'Polish Meal, Polish Beer' series, indulge in the exquisite pairing of Łomża Miodowe, a delectable honey beer, and our authentic Polish cuisine. The rich, creamy texture and subtle honey notes of Łomża Miodowe perfectly complement our dishes, making it...
Happy International Pierogi Day!
On October 8, join us for a delicious celebration of International Pierogi Day at Restaurant Relax! We're serving up our love for these delectable dumplings the best way we know how – with FREE homemade pierogi! Receive one complimentary sample of your choice with...
87th Annual Pulaski Day Parade Sunday, October 6, 2024
On Sunday, October 6, 2024, the Polish community in New York will be celebrating Pulaski Day for the 87th time with a parade on 5th Avenue. We wish all participants great weather and cheerful spirits so that this annual parade can be a strong showcase of our culture...
Polish Food, Culture & Stories
Polish food is only part of the story. Through our blog, we want to help our Greenpoint neighbors discover Polish traditions, history and the people whose memories have shaped our community. If you have an interesting family story, a memory of old Greenpoint, a Polish tradition worth preserving or a food story that deserves to be shared, we would love to hear from you. Think of it as food for thought — with real food as our way of saying thank you. If we select your original story for publication on the Restaurant Relax blog, a meal at Relax is on us.
Story Submission Guidelines
We welcome original stories connected to Polish food, traditions, family memories, Greenpoint or the history of the Polish community.
- Please begin by sending us a short description of your story idea. You do not need to write the complete article first.
- Stories must be original and should not have been copied from another publication.
- Please make sure you have permission to share any photographs, personal memories or information about other people.
- Restaurant Relax may edit submissions for clarity, length and style while preserving the meaning of the story.
- Submission does not guarantee publication. We will contact you if we would like to develop your idea for the blog.
- Authors whose original stories are selected and published will receive a complimentary meal at Restaurant Relax as our thank-you.
- By submitting your story, you give Restaurant Relax permission to publish it on our website and promote it through our digital channels.
Have a story worth sharing? Send us your idea.
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