Did you know that it is very difficult for beginners to lose weight in Poland? Many hours of long-distance training and participation in triathlon competitions do not always help to be in perfect sports shape. And the main reason is the availability of very tasty calories at every turn.
Literally for 5 € you get a big portion of street food everywhere, and in order to burn the energy received, you need to run almost a half marathon or swim for 1.5 hours in the pool. But unlike sports, you can eat with pleasure and almost non-stop. The temptation is very high!
Okay, you say, what’s going on with IRONMAN Triathlon in Poland?
Based on rich personal experience, we can say that the IRONMAN triathlon competition in Poland is not only about racing, it is a great culinary tour throughout the country.
Every sporting event has a Pasta Party and many of the top races also have an After Party. In your starter pack, you find a coupon and go to try the local food! And in addition, at every step there are many food trucks and cafes with excellent dishes for every taste. Not expensive and everything is available to any tourist.
What is the most popular dish in Poland?
Pierogi is undoubtedly Poland’s most famous and simple comfort food. But after tasting one of these delicious filled dumplings, you’re likely to find yourself craving more. Fair enough, as there are so many varieties of this traditional dish: with meat, cabbage, mushrooms, fruit, potatoes, cottage cheese or grits. New types have also appeared: with feta cheese, spinach or mozzarella. You simply have to have pierogi on your travel menu!
And so, the first point of our food tour is the capital Warsaw. It is not a secret that IRONMAN Warsaw Triathlon is famous for the best Pasta Party in Poland. Each triathlete before the race should try delicious carbohydrate food. Ever since the first event in 2016, the legendary pasta at the Expo has always been perfect!
Food and travel go together like two peas in a pod. And the main tourist and sports destination in the summer in Poland is, of course, Gdynia!
“I am absolutely sure that every triathlete knows about the iconic IRONMAN Gdynia. The best athletes of the world competed here, there is an incredible spirit of sports here, every part of the resort city is associated with active sports,” – says Andrzej Waszkewicz, IRONMAN Triathlete. “And also Gdynia is the sun, the Baltic coast and sea food. You must try it” – he adds.
Culinary tourism is one of the most exciting ways to explore the cuisine, vibes, and culture of a place. It is the food that connects people.
While planning to discover the art, history, and beauty of a country, why not unravel the secrets behind its tasty dishes as well? Food serves as the identity of a region and as a significant element of its culture too.
Say hello, Poznań!
Did you know that the main secret of culinary travel to the IRONMAN Poznań is the author’s cuisine from the best Polish chefs? You should try delicious meat dishes with notes of German, Prussian and Czech cuisine in the best Polish restaurants of Poznan.
If you want to discover the rich, multidimensional world of traditional Polish food and beverages, join us for one of our exceptional tasting expeditions on the IRONMAN Poland Tour!
You can choose from 3 different triathlon events, during which you will find out that Polish dishes and national hospitality are inevitably connected with sports, history and culture.
