Food
Shochiku, Japanese Market
29/10/09 09:52
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Japa, Japanese Goods
29/10/09 09:30
There used to be a very nice place to go for Japanese foods and ingredients over at the park near Ural but it disappeared just around the appearance of this place. It’s located right across from a very good Potrefena Husa in Prague 6 and has a very extensive stock of wines, vinegars, noodles, sauces and even a decent amount of frozen fish and meats.
It’s owned and operated by a “famous” Czech fellow whom you might have seen on local TV commenting on food topics, don’t remember his name (Tomio Okamura, article in Czech), but if you’re in need of something Japanese this place probably has it. And if they don’t there is another place which while smaller, looks like it might be a little more authentic, not sure.
“Japa” also have what looks to be a wide selection of Japanese books, Anime and Manga for the kids; as well as a small area for them to sit down and play while the ‘rents do the shopping.
One last thing I should say is that Mr. Okamura puts in a lot of his own time to promote the culture by also offering free cooking classes at the store every three weeks, on a Monday. I’ve spoken to him on occasion and he’s very willing to help with any questions you may have though he doesn’t speak English, but at least one of his staff does.
Japanese Goods
Verdunská 21/709
Praha 6, Bubeneč
10:30-19:00
tel. +420 233 320 629
e-mail: japa@japa-shop.cz
Web: http://www.japa-shop.cz/
Barakat, Middle Eastern
29/10/09 09:30
Right next to Casa Del Parmigiano, one of the local Italian delicatessans, this Middle Eastern market has all the spices you could possibly be looking for; as well as a good supply of fresh lamb, tons of rice, lots of canned goods, some Bio products AND halal meat.
Another good addition to the neighborhood, I hope it lasts.
Ok, they have ice cream too!
Monday-Thursday 10:00-20:00
Friday 10:00-13:30, 14:30-20:00
Saturday 10:00-16:00
Italian Deli, Casa Del Parmigiano
29/10/09 08:55
Another Italian deli, in pretty much the same neighborhood as the other one, is just around the corner across the street from the park at Ural and next to Cafe Orange. It used to be run by the folks at this deli, but changed ownership sometime last year when Little Italy opened up.
The Italian guy is very nice and very friendly and his shop is small, but offers a very nice selection of Italian wines, vinegars, a little oil, and a good basic set of cheeses and salamis. Also, they probably have the nicest coffee of any of the places in this neighborhood. Their English is non-existant and their Czech is minimal, but the service and the food is great.
From the info on their business card they also seem to have a place in Prague 3 at : Vlkova 22, Žižkov.
Casa Del Parmigiano
Puškinovo náměstí 13
Praha 6, Bubeneč
tel. +420 602 223 913
A New Kid in Town
28/10/09 15:08
Just a couple of weeks ago this little place opened up at Dejvicka 36 street next to the Hurvinek and Špejbl theatre. I finally popped in yesterday for some salami and cheese and was inundated by people wishing to help me and offer me tastes of just about everything in the store. I think they are already afraid of going out of business.
Ok, they’re new. Anyway, I was looking for a Gruyere for the French Onion Soup I was making and they didn’t have it; in fact, they really didn’t have anything close except for a normal Czech, Swiss-style Madeland. Ok in a pinch but not what I was looking for. They did have a nice Milano salami which my son loves, and a few others that I think I will try out in future, but nothing I can’t find at either of the other two Italian places. Some of the pre-packed stuff is kind of higher-end but I’d rather have fres, so I’m still not sure what to make of this place, whether or not it will be around much longer or whether or not it will have something new and good to offer. I’m hoping for the best though.
As opposed to all the other places in the neighborhood which are much more quaint and mom & pop, personal and friendly, I think that this one is more aimed at supplying restaurants and bigger shops. It feels it, even it’s web address is kind of indicative of this goal for expansion.
Dejvicka 36
Prague 6, 160 00
tel: +420 222 745 363
cell: +420 603 549 584
Little Italy, Italian Deli
28/10/09 14:49
“Little Italy” is right across the street from the Greek deli. It belongs to the the Italian restaurant next door, “Ristorante Da Emanuel”, a very nice Italian place which has been in this particular neighborhood for several years now.
The people who run the place are very knowledgeable and very friendly. They have a very well stocked wine selection, coffees, a variety of pastas to choose from whether it be dried or fresh, lots of antipasto and cheese and are always willing to give you a taste or a recommendation. Good folk here.
Charles De Gualla 6
Praha 6
tel/fax: +420 224 312 934
Open: Mon-Sun. 12:00-23:00
Greek Society Deli
28/10/09 13:34
“Kavala” the restaurant has been in this location for a long time and Sophia the owner is a wonderful person and a great help, but the deli is comparatively new. It’s right next to the restaurant, which has undergone several upgrades in the last few years and yeah, the deli has probably been there a couple of years now and I’ve been going there since it opened, I just haven’t had a chance to comment on it yet.
If you need (or desperately want) a fine bottle of Wine, Ouzo, Phyllo dough, some great Kalamata olives, good authentic Feta, choose from a variety of excellent olive oils or a lot more, then this is your place.
Greek Society, Greek Deli
Charles De Gualla 5
Praha 6
tel/fax: +420 733 132 615
e-mail: mail@greek-society.cz
http://www.greek-society.cz/