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Experience Gdansk's cuisine

Gdańsk, as a Hanseatic city, hosted merchants from various parts of Europe and the world for centuries. With them came a lot of exotic and unusual spices, vegetables and fruits, which became a permanent part of the local cuisine. This includes: they have left their mark on the local cuisine. Its flavors are deeply rooted in the histories, culture and traditions of people who came here from all over the world.

Currently, as part of the "Tastes of Gdańsk" project run by the Gdańsk Tourist Organization, we place emphasis on promoting and disseminating knowledge about local cuisine. Chefs of local restaurants located in the Main Town and further parts of Gdańsk are rediscovering and reviving old recipes from the Gdańsk cookbook. They create authentic culinary masterpieces that will take you back to the 19th century.

However, "Tastes of Gdańsk" is not only a journey into the past - it is also a tribute to local and seasonal products that constitute the heart and soul of regional cuisine. The dishes served as part of the project change depending on the season, reflecting the abundance of nature.

"Tastes of Gdańsk" is not just a meal - it is a journey in time and space during which you will discover the essence of this unique city through its culinary heritage. Join our journey through the flavors and smells of Old Gdańsk cuisine.

More about the "Tastes of Gdańsk" project.

History of Gdansk

Gdańsk is a city of outstanding personalities and events important for the fate of the world. The beginning of World War II, the birth of Solidarity movement, Lech Wałęsa, Gabriel Fahrenheit, Jan Heweliusz - these are just a few of the many examples of the city's rich history.

Gdańsk is a city with over 1,000 years of history. In the Middle Ages, it was one of the most important port cities in Europe. Belonging to the league of Hanseatic cities, it held a key position in the flow of trade and services between the Baltic states and the rest of the Old Continent.

Membership in the Hansa has left its mark, among others: on the architecture of Gdańsk. Dutch brick came to Gdańsk by ships and Gothic buildings were built from it. Many of them, such as St. Mary's Basilica, the Main Town Hall and the Crane, have survived to this day. 

For centuries, Gdańsk has been a key brewing center in this part of Europe, including, among others, Pomerania, the Teutonic State, Royal Prussia, the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth and the Kingdom of Prussia. The importance of this city was built on hundreds of small, craft breweries, which were united by the influential Brewers' Guild. Beer has been exported from here for centuries, especially the so-called Jope beer, to many European countries, mainly to England.

When talking about the modern history of Gdańsk, we cannot ignore such figures as John Hevelius or Gabriel Fahrenheit. The first of them was a renowned German mathematician, astronomer and brewer. The second was a German physicist and engineer, known primarily as the creator of the mercury thermometer and the author of the famous temperature measurement scale that bears his name. Both were born in Gdańsk.

In the 20th century, Gdańsk became the city of important events that influenced the future of the world. It was here, on September 1, 1939, that World War II began, as a result of which the Main City was destroyed in 93%. The main part of its reconstruction took place in the 1950s and 1960s. The events of the war are presented in a comprehensive and objective way by the exhibition of the Museum of the Second World War in Gdańsk. 

Another important event that changed the fate of the world was the creation of the Independent Self-governing Trade Union "Solidarity" and the strikes that began in Gdańsk in August 1980. They initiated the coup in Europe, which resulted in the overthrow of the communist system in this part of the world. In Poland, the symbolic date of the fall of communism was June 4, 1989 - the first, partially free elections.

Tricity

Tricity is the largest seaside agglomeration in Poland. It consists of: Gdańsk, Sopot and Gdynia. Each of these cities offers a unique type of services, and together they create a unique mix of culture, nature and business.

The borders between these cities are practically invisible and communication between them is very well organized. This makes it easier to organize an event throughout the Tricity; e.g. the conference may take place in one of the facilities in Gdańsk, and the networking evening - on the beach in Sopot. The travel time by fast urban rail on the Gdańsk Główny - Sopot route is 20 minutes, and between Gdańsk Główny and Gdynia Główna - 30 minutes. Well-developed road infrastructure makes it possible to travel between cities not only by car or public transport, but even by bicycle.

The oldest of these cities is Gdańsk, which offers the greatest opportunities for organizing events, especially when it comes to unique venues. This is where there are high-class hotels, conference facilities tailored to the needs of the organizers and free time options, from visits to museums, through a catamaran cruise on the Bay of Gdańsk, to amber craft workshops.

Sopot, as a seaside resort, has enjoyed undying popularity for 200 years. Currently, it attracts tourists with high-class hotels with a developed range of SPA services, restaurants with delicious cuisine and a vibrant nightlife. This city is bustling mainly during the holiday season.

Gdynia, initially as a fishing settlement, transformed into a port and shipyard city in the 1930s. It was the development of this industry that contributed to the development of Gdynia itself. Currently, Gdynia is a city where new technologies and innovative start-ups are dynamically developing.

Even though Gdańsk, Sopot and Gdynia form an agglomeration, each of these cities has its own unique atmosphere and offers unique services. Together they constitute an urban organism that will certainly meet the needs of business event organizers, regardless of the industry, number of participants or season.

More about Sopot.

More about Gdynia.