Polish Soups: Kapuśniak, Pickle Soup and Żurek

Feb 20, 2027
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10:00 AM
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12:30 PM

Location

Christ Lutheran Church 150 5TH ST, MARINE ON SAINT CROIX, MN 55047

Categories  Culinary

Instructor  Aleksandra Ward

This class will open for registration during our Fall Festival on Saturday, September 19, 2026.

 

In this hands‑on workshop, you’ll learn to prepare kapuśniak (a rustic sauerkraut soup), zupa ogórkowa (creamy, dill‑forward pickle soup), and żurek (a beloved sour rye soup made with a fermented rye starter).

 

We’ll explore the foundations of great soup‑making, including making broths from scratch, balancing acidity, layering aromatics, and working with fermented ingredients. Each recipe will include both meat‑based and vegetarian variations, so you can adapt the dishes to your own kitchen and dietary needs.

 

Throughout the class, you’ll chop, simmer, season, and taste as we cook together. You’ll enjoy generous samples of each soup and take home containers of your creations, along with detailed recipes and cultural context.

 

This workshop is perfect for anyone who loves hearty, soulful cooking and wants to bring a taste of Poland into their home.


 

About the Instructor: Aleksandra Ward

 

Instructor will provide the following: 

Recipes, ingredients, handouts, and samples to take home.

 

Students are asked to bring:

  • apron
  • cutting board
  • knife
  • tupperware for samples
  • Please wear closed toe shoes for this culinary class.


 

Skill Level 

No experience required. 

 

Age Recommendation 

Students ages 16 and older are welcome to attend this class. Students ages 16 and 17 may attend without a parent/guardian in attendance as long as MMFS is provided with written parental permission by email to info@marinemillsfolkschool.org.

 

Location Details 

Christ Lutheran Church

150 5th Street

Marine on St. Croix, MN 55047

 

Cost Details

Tuition: $40

Materials Fee: $25

Total Cost: $65

 

NOTE: Be aware we may cancel class if a minimum number of registrations is not reached. We work to balance teachers’ need to plan for a class with students’ busy schedules — not an easy task. Please register as early as possible! If interested, you can find our cancellation policy HERE.