These cube-shaped milk caramels come in a variety of flavours, including cream, cocoa and poppy seed. And while ‘Irysy’ are somewhat similar to ‘Krówki’, they differ in texture – they’re more brittle and crumbly.

Despite being somewhat forgotten in recent years, ‘Irysy’ still evoke feelings of nostalgia for many Poles. Wedel is Poland’s oldest chocolate brand and one of the oldest Polish brands still in existence. For over 150 years it has been associated with genuine and original chocolate. The experience of more than one and a half century won the brand wide recognition, both in Poland and abroad. Remarkably, ‘Kukułki’ were easily obtainable during the communist era, even in the midst of the worst crises. It’s no wonder that they evoke nostalgia in many Poles.In 2018, a new regional brand called ‘Szydłowianka’ emerged on the market. This is exciting news, as the Szydłów region has a long history of fruit growing. Those were the very first fruit orchards planted on Polish soil, within the royal gardens and right by the monasteries. I can’t wait to give them a try. Today, ‘Ptasie Mleczko’ can be enjoyed in a variety of flavours: from classic vanilla to lemon, caramel, cream and many more. Ryan, Leo V.; Gasparski, Wojciech; Enderle, Georges (2000). Business Students Focus on Ethics. Transaction Publishers. p.90. ISBN 9781412819046.

Cordeiro, Anjali (2011-06-28). "Kraft to Sell Poland Wedel Business to Lotte Group". The Wall Street Journal . Retrieved 2011-12-06. Michałki’ are chocolate-covered pralines with soft chocolate and peanut filling. These sweet treats are made by several manufacturers and are marketed under various names, including ‘Michaszki’ (both are the diminutive plural forms of the name ‘Michał’) a b "PepsiCo sells Wedel's chocolate business" Candy Industry, October 1, 1998. Retrieved on January 24, 2008.Jeffries, Ian (2003). Socialist Economies and the Transition to the Market: A Guide. Taylor & Francis. p.443. ISBN 9780203218525. Year after year, ‘Princessa’ never fails to surprise with its latest additions to the flavour roster. Grześki ▶ Tap to hear Charakterystyczny smak oryginalnej wedlowskiej czekolady pochodzi ze starannie wyselekcjonowanych ziaren kakaowca zGhany. Regrettably, several of the esteemed Polish brands have been acquired by large international corporations. Though most of their products are still made solely in Poland, the quality tends to suffer as a result (anecdotally or factually – it is hard to determine).

Although the origin of Raczki is somewhat enigmatic, it is believed that they were initially produced at the Wawel (confectionery manufacturer) in Kraków. Kukułki ▶ Tap to hear When visiting Poland, keep an eye out for these regional delicacies. Śliwki w Czekoladzie ▶ Tap to hear Grześki’ is a brand of chocolate-coated wafer bars layered with creamy cocoa filling. Although their taste may not earn any culinary accolades, the bars are pleasantly sweet and perfect for satisfying an unexpected sugar craving. Their fun branding and affordable nature make them a favourite among the younger crowd. Once sufficiently dense, the mass is cut into small pieces and individually wrapped. Some companies still perform this task by hand, as it is said to help preserve the candy’s soft and chewy texture. Kraft Foods to Sell Wedel Business in Poland to Lotte Group". www.prnewswire.com (Press release). 28 June 2010 . Retrieved 16 July 2020.Danusia’ is a Polish brand of thin chocolate bars, featuring a smooth filling made of semi-liquid chocolate and finely chopped peanuts, with a subtle alcoholic undertone. E. Wedel factory first made ‘Delicje’ in 1976 under a British license when oranges were scarce in communist Poland. To this day, many Poles mistakenly believe that ‘Delicje’ is a Polish invention. Delicje Szampańskie’, which means ‘champagne delicacies’ in Polish, are a type of jaffa-style cakes consisting of three delicious layers: a sponge base, a dollop of (originally) orange jam, and a layer of milk chocolate. While I’ve already shared with you some of the most popular classics, it’s important to note that the world of Polish confectionery is as extensive as it is indulgent. Every year, this market churns out an incredible range of innovative treats that’ll make your taste buds sing.

Unfortunately, when the factory fell under communist rule, its trademark wasn’t extended. The recipe was then “gifted” [cough cough] to a factory in the USSR, which started manufacturing it under the name ‘Ptice Malako’.w Czekoladzie’ are rich candies with a prune filling, covered in chocolate and individually wrapped. You can find them in boxes, bags, and decorative cans of various sizes. Corn wasn’t as popular in Poland at that time, thus potato syrup was used instead. Wedel added Polish butter to the mix and that’s how the fluffy foam was born”. Prawdziwa wedlowska historia a "Receptura". Wątki historyczne poruszane w serialu" (in Polish) . Retrieved 14 December 2022. During the communist era, ‘Mieszanka’ became a coveted delicacy among many Poles, and it continues to hold a special place in their hearts to this day. It’s especially popular during Christmas as it served as a perfect complement to the primary gift.