Packzi Day: List of Chicago-area bakeries selling the Polish treat on Fat Tuesday
In some parts, it’s known as Fat Tuesday. But in Chicago, Tuesday, March 4 marks Paczki Day. Paczki, pronounced “puhnch-kee, ...
Where to find pączki in Chicago
Delightful Pastries bakery in Jefferson Park is one of several local bakeries offering paczki in different flavors. Brian ...
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Will High Egg Costs Ruin Paczki Day?
Not everyone is increasing paczki prices. Zeitlin Delicatessen is holding the line on its Fat Tuesday offerings with a box of ...
Photos: Paczki eating contest
Bennison’s Bakery in Evanston held its 14th annual paczki eating contest, March 1, 2025. Participants and spectators were able to enjoy the filled doughnut Polish treat hosted by bakery owner Jory ...
Weekend Break: Weber’s Bakery
It’s that time of year when Chicago has a great debate—how do you pronounce paczki? “I say it ‘poonch-kee,’ but my ...
Some Chicago bakeries raising pączki prices as eggs, cocoa and sugar costs soar
Chicago’s pre-Lent staple is made from a number of ingredients that have jumped in price, hurting bakeries and consumers. Expect to pay more for pączki this year, as pastry chefs grapple with the ...