There’s something specific about Polish cuisine the closer you get to Ukraine. The influence means more potatoes and cabbage in dishes.
Western Poland, closer to Germany, on the other hand, is more about noodles and dumplings. Heading southward, on the way to Slovakia, meanwhile, will get foodies their sauerkraut fix.
All of Eastern Europe, in fact, specifically flavors many traditional foods. Just ask Waldemar Okula, who can be found working the kitchen at A Touch of European Café, 7146 N. 57th Drive, Suite C, Glendale.