Krakowski Kredens was born out of a fascination with the culinary heritage of old Galicia. Since 2007, we have been bringing back its flavors, stories, and traditions, giving them a form that meets contemporary expectations.
We create delicacies that are meant not only to taste exceptional, but also to tell the story of the places, people, and customs from which our brand grew.
The Krakowski Kredens brand debuted on the market in 2007. From the very beginning, its goal has been to create high-quality products that draw on Polish culinary traditions, old recipes, and the richness of local flavors.
The brand's founder, Ewa Lewek, wanted to create a place that would resemble a real, home-style pantry – full of carefully selected delicacies, preserves, sweets, and products prepared for special moments at a shared table.
This is how Krakowski Kredens was born – a brand inextricably linked to Krakow, Lesser Poland, and the tradition of old Galicia.
Galicia was a land of many cultures, nationalities, and culinary influences. Polish, Austrian, Hungarian, Jewish, and Ukrainian traditions met there, creating a diverse cuisine full of distinct flavors, aromas, and family customs.
It is this heritage that has become the most important source of inspiration for Krakowski Kredens. Old recipes, historical accounts, and traditional methods of preparing dishes have allowed us to build a brand world full of preserves, honeys, sweets, pickles, aromatic teas, and many other specialties.
Old cookbooks were also of particular importance – "The Illustrated Cracovian Cook" by Maria Gruszecka and "The Frugal Home" by Juliuszowa Albinowska. The recipes and tips contained within them show not only what was eaten in the past, but also how important the quality of ingredients, meticulous preparation, and the art of hosting guests were.
However, we do not recreate the past literally. We draw from it what is most valuable and translate it into a modern language of taste.
From the very beginning, Krakowski Kredens has combined culinary arts with history. The product packaging featured anecdotes and tales related to old Kraków and Galicia, prepared in collaboration with experts on its culture – Mieczysław Czuma and Leszek Mazan.
The authors evoked figures, places, events, and customs that helped shape the unique character of the region. These stories have become one of the brand's most recognizable elements, allowing people to discover Galician heritage through everyday pleasures to this day.
Thanks to them, every product becomes more than just a treat. A cup of tea, a piece of chocolate, or a jar of favorite jam can serve as a reminder that even the simplest flavors have a story to tell – you just have to let them tell it.
Today we continue the history of Krakowski Kredens, remaining faithful to the brand's character. We work with selected producers, including family-run businesses that cultivate traditional production methods. We pay special attention to the quality of ingredients, the refinement of recipes, and an exceptional presentation.
In our Kredens, you can find sweets, cookies, chocolates, preserves, honeys, canned goods, teas, coffees, mustards, cured meats, and many other delicacies. We select our products to ensure they combine high-quality ingredients, exceptional taste, and the packaging characteristic of our brand.
We are constantly developing our offer, creating new products and looking for flavors that fit the world of Krakowski Kredens. Times change and the way we shop evolves, but the need to discover good taste, gather around a shared table, and give gifts to loved ones remains constant.
For years, gift sets have also been an important part of the Krakowski Kredens world. We combine our delicacies in them, creating elegant compositions for various occasions – from small gestures to elaborate gifts for loved ones, employees, and business partners.
We prepare each set with attention to detail. We carefully select the products, the way they are arranged, and the packaging so that the whole thing delights with both its taste and appearance. Thanks to this, you can give someone not only unique delicacies, but also a piece of Krakow and Galician history.
Good taste never goes out of style. Times change, but the pleasure of sharing a table, giving gifts, and discovering unique delicacies remains the same.
Step into our Pantry and discover products where tradition meets modernity, and every flavor has its own story.
