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.
Unleash the Flavor Beast: Your Guide to Pork Knuckles & Sauerkraut
Immerse yourself in a centuries-old culinary journey with pork knuckles nestled in tangy sauerkraut, a cornerstone of hearty European cuisine. Imagine succulent knuckles, slow-cooked to fall-off-the-bone tenderness, releasing their rich juices that mingle with the...
Presidents’ Day Closed
Żurek is so sour it could make a lemon cry
Żurek is a Polish soup so sour it could make a lemon cry. Legend has it that żurek was originally created by Polish peasants in the Middle Ages, using leftover fermented bread and grains. Over time, this humble peasant soup evolved into a beloved national dish,...
Żurek is so sour it could make a lemon cry
Żurek is a Polish soup so sour it could make a lemon cry. Legend has it that żurek was originally created by Polish peasants in the Middle Ages, using leftover fermented bread and grains. Over time, this humble peasant soup evolved into a beloved national dish,...
Relax’s Sweet Deal for Lovebirds in Greenpoint!
Yo, lovebirds of Greenpoint! Feeling less "Netflix and chill" and more "pierogi and thrill"? Restaurant Relax has got your Valentine's Day covered with a sweet deal that'll melt your heart faster than a babka in a sauna. Introducing our Valentine's exclusive:...
Free Doughnuts
To celebrate Fat Thursday, our restaurant offers a free, homemade, fresh doughnut with every ordered lunch. Thursday, February 8th.
Poland goes nuts for doughnuts
Every February, Poland goes nuts for doughnuts The history of Polish Fat Thursday is fascinating and dates back to ancient times. This holiday, usually observed 52 days before Easter, has its roots in Roman celebrations of the arrival of spring and the end of winter....
Thanks a Lot Julian!
Thank you so much, Julian, for featuring us in your '5 Polish Greenpoint Eateries' post on Instagram. Your professional work as an influencer truly brings the vibrant culinary scene of New York to life. We absolutely love your Polish accent - it adds such a unique and...
World Bigos Day 2024
Bigos has been a staple in Polish cuisine and culture for centuries, as evidenced by its mentions in literature and culinary texts. The history of Bigos, also known as Polish Hunter’s Stew, can be traced back to the medieval era. Initially, Bigos was prepared with...
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