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St Martin's Day in Prague: Roast Goose & Young Wine (November 11)

On November 11, the whole Czech Republic sits down to roast goose and a glass of the year's first wine. This is St Martin's Day — one of the tastiest dates on the Czech calendar. At exactly 11:11am, the first bottles of St Martin's wine are uncorked across the country. Here's what the day is about, why there's a goose involved, and where to enjoy it in Prague.

Czech Wine Festivals (Vinobraní): A Guide to Prague & Beyond in September

Every September, as the grapes come in, Czech towns throw their biggest party of the autumn: vinobraní, the wine-harvest festivals. There's costumed pageantry, folk music, food, fireworks and rivers of fresh young wine. From Prague's riverbanks to the historic squares of Moravia, here are the best Czech wine festivals and how to experience them.

What Is Burčák? A Guide to Czech Young Wine Season

For a few weeks each autumn, the Czech Republic drinks something you can't get anywhere else in the world: burčák, a cloudy, sweet, still-fermenting young wine that tastes like alcoholic grape juice. It appears in late summer, peaks in September and October, and is gone by winter. Here's what burčák is, how it differs from regular wine and from St Martin's wine, and where to try it in Prague and Moravia.

Prague Wine Bars — Moravian Wine, Natural Wine and Hidden Cellars

Czech wine rarely leaves the country, which makes Prague the best place to discover it. Here are 10 wine bars serving Moravian bottles, natural wines, and tastings in medieval cellars.

Prague Pub Crawl — Is It Worth It and What Are the Alternatives?

Most Prague pub crawls take you to the worst tourist bars in Old Town for inflated prices. Here are the alternatives that show you real Czech beer culture instead.

Where to Eat in Prague After Midnight

Prague's late-night food scene goes far beyond kebab stands. Here are the kitchens that stay open past midnight, what to order, and which after-dark spots locals actually trust.

Kosher Restaurants in Prague — Where to Eat in the Jewish Quarter

Prague has two certified kosher restaurants in the Jewish Quarter plus Chabad Shabbat meals. This guide covers where to eat, kosher grocery options, and how to pair dining with Josefov's history.

Best Ice Cream in Prague — Gelato, Soft-Serve and Local Favorites

Prague's ice cream scene spans Italian-trained gelaterias, traditional Czech zmrzlina windows, and creative soft-serve shops. Here are the best spots by neighborhood, realistic prices, and a walking route that connects four highlights.

Prague Happy Hour — Where to Find Cheap Drinks Before 7 PM

Prague is already cheap for drinks, but happy hour makes it better. Here are the best cocktail, beer, and wine deals across Prague's neighbourhoods, running from 3 PM to 7 PM.

Halal Food in Prague — A Practical Guide for Muslim Travelers

Prague's halal options require some planning but they exist. Here are certified halal restaurants, trusted Middle Eastern kitchens, naturally halal Czech dishes, and prayer facilities across the city.

Gluten Free in Prague — Where to Eat Without Worry

Prague has more gluten-free options than most visitors expect. Here are dedicated GF restaurants, mainstream kitchens that take cross-contamination seriously, and Czech dishes that are naturally safe.

Prague Boat Parties — River Cruises with Music, Beer and Views

Prague boat parties range from DJ-driven floating nightclubs to quiet jazz cruises past illuminated Charles Bridge. This guide covers every type, the best operators, realistic prices, and when to go for the best experience.

Prague Bachelorette Party — Classy Ideas Beyond the Pub Crawl

Prague offers hen parties affordable luxury, spa culture, and photogenic streets without the tourist-trap pub crawl. Here is how to plan a bachelorette weekend with real substance.

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How to Order Beer in Prague Like a Local

Czech beer culture has its own vocabulary and etiquette that visitors get wrong. Here is how to order by Plato degree, read the coaster tab system, and drink like the locals do.

Can You Drink Tap Water in Prague?

Prague tap water comes from the Zelivka reservoir, meets all EU standards, and is perfectly safe to drink. Here is what it tastes like, where to refill, and how to order it at restaurants.

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Prague Craft Beer Guide — Beyond Pilsner and into the Microbrewery Scene

Prague's craft beer scene goes far beyond Pilsner. Over 30 microbreweries and 50 craft-focused bars serve IPAs, stouts, and sours rooted in Czech brewing precision.

Vltava River Cruise Guide — Dinner Cruises, Sightseeing and What to Choose

Prague river cruises range from one-hour sightseeing loops to three-hour dinner experiences on the Vltava. Here is how to choose the right one and avoid the tourist traps.

Vegetarian and Vegan Prague — Where to Eat Plant-Based

Prague's plant-based dining scene has grown from a handful of cafes to a serious network of vegetarian and vegan restaurants. Here is where to eat well without meat in the Czech capital.

Prague Street Food Guide — Klobasa, Langos, Chlebicky and More

Czech street food is honest, filling, and remarkably cheap. From grilled klobasa to open-faced chlebicky sandwiches, here is everything worth eating on Prague's streets.

Prague Neighborhoods Guide — Where to Stay, Eat and Explore Beyond the Centre

Prague is a collection of distinct neighborhoods, each with its own character. Here is your guide to staying, eating and exploring beyond the historic centre.

Prague Michelin Restaurants — Fine Dining in the Czech Capital

Prague's Michelin restaurant scene is small but remarkable, with starred restaurants and Bib Gourmand picks that deliver world-class dining at a fraction of Western European prices. Here is the complete guide.

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Prague Food Markets — Naplavka, Manifesto and Where Locals Shop

Prague's food markets range from the riverside Naplavka farmers' market to modern food halls like Manifesto. Here is where locals actually shop and what to eat when you visit.

Prague Cooking Class — Learn to Make Czech Dumplings, Svíčková and More

Prague cooking classes teach you to make Czech dumplings, svickova and traditional pastries from scratch. Here is what to expect, where to book, and what you will eat.

Prague Beer Spa — Soaking in Hops, Malt and Warm Beer

Prague beer spas let you soak in warm hops, malt and yeast while sipping unlimited Czech lager from your own tap. Here is what to expect, where to go and how much it costs.

Moravian Wine Region — Czech Wine You Didn't Know Existed

The Moravian wine region in southeast Czech Republic produces whites and reds that surprise even experienced wine drinkers. This guide covers Mikulov, Palava, the Valtice Wine Salon and how to plan your visit from Prague.

Mělník — Wine, Views and a Half-Day Escape from Prague

Melnik sits thirty kilometres north of Prague where the Vltava meets the Elbe, with a family-owned chateau producing wine since the 14th century. This half-day escape offers estate tastings, an ossuary and two-river views.

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Best Breakfast and Brunch in Prague — Where Locals Actually Eat

Prague's breakfast scene ranges from traditional Czech rolls with ham to modern brunch cafes in Vinohrady and Karlin. These are the spots locals return to every week.

Strahov Monastery Brewery — Craft Beer in a 900-Year-Old Monastery

Strahov Monastery Brewery sits inside the walls of a working 12th-century monastery, five minutes downhill from Prague Castle. The St. Norbert beers — amber, dark, IPA, and seasonal specials — are brewed on-site and served nowhere else.

Riegrovy Sady — The Beer Garden with the Best Sunset in Prague

Riegrovy sady is the hilltop park in Vinohrady where Prague locals watch the sunset over the castle with a cold beer in hand. Here is everything you need to know about the beer garden, the views, and the neighborhood around it.

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Letná Park — The Hilltop Beer Garden Locals Love Most

Letna Park sits on a plateau above the Vltava River with one of Prague's finest panoramas — seven bridges, the Old Town skyline, and Prague Castle in a single sweep. The hilltop beer garden, the giant Metronome, and the open Letna plain draw locals every warm evening.

What to Eat in Prague — Czech Food You Actually Want to Try

Czech food is better than its reputation. This guide covers the dishes worth ordering — svickova, koleno, kulajda, bramboraky — what makes each one good, and what to avoid.

Medieval Dinner Prague: U Pavouka Guide & What to Expect

A complete guide to Prague's medieval dinner show at U Pavouka. What happens, what's served, what to wear, how to book, family tips, what to expect →

Czech Cuisine — A Short History of Dumplings, Beer and Hearty Food

Czech cuisine is a survival food shaped by geography, centuries of foreign rule, and a stubborn national character. Here is what to know before your first plate of svickova.

Czech Beer Guide — What to Order and Why It Matters

The Czech Republic invented the pale lager and still drinks more beer per capita than anywhere on earth. Here is how to order, what to try, and why it matters.

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Where to Eat in Prague: A Local Guide to Czech Food, Beer and the Best Neighbourhoods

Where to eat in Prague — what to order, which neighbourhoods to eat in, what to avoid and why Vinohrady beats Old Town every time. A local guide →