About The Slavic Spoon
Our Story
At The Slavic Spoon, food is more than just a meal- It's a journey back to cherished memories and traditions. Inspired by a love of food and the fond memories of my grandparents cooking authentic Eastern European dishes, we set out to bring the heart and soul of Slavic cuisine to our local community and surrounding regions.
Our story begins in the early part of the 1900's when my great grandparents made the journey from the Carpathian mountain region of Czechoslovakia to America, bringing with them the rich culinary traditions of their homeland. Nestled in the heart of Eastern Europe, this region is known for its hearty, flavorful dishes. Their recipes, passed down through generations, are the heart of The Slavic Spoon. Each dish we serve is a tribute to their legacy and a celebration of Eastern European culture.
Our mission is simple: to introduce people to the rich flavors and comforting dishes of Eastern Europe while staying true to tradition, using fresh ingredients from local suppliers and showcasing local brands. Each recipe is crafted with care, using only the freshest ingredients sourced locally, ensuring every bite is as authentic as it is delicious. Whether you are craving a taste of home or curious to explore new culinary experiences, we invite you to join us at our next event.
Thank you for supporting our journey to share a piece of our heritage with you. We can't wait to serve you.
Heritage
Just what and who is a Slav? What does it mean to be Slavic? These are not difficult questions to answer. Slavic people can be identified by ancestry, culture and language. These modern European nations have majority Slavic populations: Belarus, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Macedonia, Montenegro, Poland, Russia, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia and Ukraine. Combined, the Slavs form the largest ethnic group in Europe.
So, if your ancestors came to North America from one of the highlighted countries, the chances are pretty good that you are at least part Slav! Also, if your ancestors arrived before 1918, many people who were identified as “Hungarian” due to their origin in the territory of Austro-Hungary were in actuality ethnically and linguistically Slavic! Living in the territory ruled by Austro-Hungary were large numbers of Poles, Slovaks, Czechs, Carpatho-Rusyns, Slovenes, Croatians, Ukrainians and Serbians.
Not all people from Eastern and Central Europe are Slavic. Hungarians and Romanians are neither linguistically nor ethnically Slavic people. The language of Hungary is identified by linguists as a member of the Finno-Ugric group of languages. Romanian is a Romance language related to French, Italian, Portuguese and Spanish.
There are many languages and dialects which can be identified as Slavic. These languages have stark similarities with each other, and the speakers of one Slavic language can usually understand many words of another.
Our Ingredients
If Slavic people were known for anything, it would be their delicious food. We are committed to using only the freshest and most flavorful ingredients in all of our dishes. We strive to source our products locally and use organic, non-GMO products whenever possible.