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Fat Tuesday – Polish Paczki’s, Chicago, rush to get one!

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Today is the day to get your Paczki! Here in Chicago, it’s BIG. Bakeries have been working over time to make them. The last day to indulge before Lent.

We have a large Polish community here. I was reading that the best place to find Paczki’s today is in the Midwest (Illinois / Michigan), that’s where Polish immigrants first settled when they came to America (1989-1900s). Of course, many bakeries across America carry them.

Paczki is a Polish doughnut, while it looks like an American jelly doughnut, it’s actually denser, richer and usually has a grain alcohol in it.

Here’s a YouTube video, “The History of Paczki Day in Michigan.”

If you live in the Chicago area, Eater Chicago, “Chicago’s Best Paczki” compiled a great list of bakeries selling Paczki’s today.

I’ve never had a Paczki, I think today is the day to try one!!

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20 responses to “Fat Tuesday – Polish Paczki’s, Chicago, rush to get one!”

  1. gabychops Avatar
    gabychops

    You will like them, Monica, I am sure!

    Joanna

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    1. Spark of Inspiration Avatar
      Spark of Inspiration

      Yes, Joanna, it will be fun since people are so excited about them! That adds to the enjoyment.

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      1. gabychops Avatar
        gabychops

        You can take my word for it, Monica, as I came from Poland a long time ago to England but I still remember the taste.

        Joanna

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      2. Spark of Inspiration Avatar
        Spark of Inspiration

        Fantastic! I trust YOU!! 💕

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      3. gabychops Avatar
        gabychops

        Thank you, Monica!

        Joanna x

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      4. Spark of Inspiration Avatar
        Spark of Inspiration

        So, I gave one a try. It was good, more cake/bread like texture. Definitely rich. They were good, nice to try something different.

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      5. gabychops Avatar
        gabychops

        I wholly agree, Monica, it is good to try something new!

        Joanna

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  2. Kevin Avatar
    Kevin

    The local market here features them too. I am always sure to grab at least a few!

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    1. Spark of Inspiration Avatar
      Spark of Inspiration

      Since it is a tradition, we don’t have to feel bad about over indulging today. They say there are A LOT of calories in one… I won’t think about that!! LOL – some vodka in some of them too. That will make work more enjoyable. I’m kidding.

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      1. Kevin Avatar
        Kevin

        I’ve read that about the vodka too, yes.
        I enjoy them a few times before they are gone. I figure why not, they are only around a limited spell.

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      2. Spark of Inspiration Avatar
        Spark of Inspiration

        Agree! In fact, I’m heading out to find one!

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      3. Kevin Avatar
        Kevin

        Enjoy! 👍👍

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  3. Ernie 'Dawg' Avatar
    Ernie ‘Dawg’

    Let us know how they are. I’ve never had one either but do see them around.

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    1. Spark of Inspiration Avatar
      Spark of Inspiration

      So, I gave one a try. It was good, more cake/bread like texture. Definitely rich. They were good, nice to try something different. I think I still prefer a good

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      1. Ernie 'Dawg' Avatar
        Ernie ‘Dawg’

        Thanks!!! I might give one a try.

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      2. Spark of Inspiration Avatar
        Spark of Inspiration

        Yes, it’s nice to say, we tried it!

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  4. cindy knoke Avatar
    cindy knoke

    Yum!

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  5. luisa zambrotta Avatar
    luisa zambrotta

    They look really delicious.

    Did you like them???

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    1. Spark of Inspiration Avatar
      Spark of Inspiration

      Yes, I did. They are a bit rich, so for special occasions like normal doughnuts. More fun, because it is a tradition. 😉

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        luisa zambrotta

        🙏💗🙏

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