edited by Milan Jan Slahor
An illustrated anthology, including a brief history of the Christmas wafer called Oplatek. Milan Slahor is the current owner of the only Oplatek bakery in the United States. Learn the story of the bakery and how it has evolved. This book also includes a selection of traditional Christmas recipes, a history of St. Nicholas and other Slavic saints. Best of all are the detailed descriptions of the lovely folk painting of the traditional Wigilia dinner on all of our envelopes. There are 68 cultural and religious items in the peasant cottage described in detail with pictures. Perfect for a better understanding of your heritage. Students working on Polish heritage projects will find this section especially helpful.