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We are pleased to offer Toni Brendels new book. This 192 page book has history, recipes, and folk arts. A goodly number of Slovak folk dancers in kroj authentic to the Slovak Republic are shown in full color in the 24 page color section of the 6 x 9" book. ISBN: 978-1932043495


Left to right: Toni Brendel, Author of "Slovak American Touches"; H.E. Peter Burian, Ambassador of the Slovak Republic to the United States; Donald Pafko, Slovak Honorary Consul in Minnesota.

December 10, 2009 marked the date that Donald Pafko was sworn in as Slovak Honorary Consul in Minnesota. After the official Opening Ceremony, Guest of Honor H.E. Peter Burian, Ambassador of the Slovak Republic to the United States was presented with an autographed copy of the book, "Slovak American Touches," by Author, Toni Brendel. Ambassador Burian thanked her for writing the book.

*Free Recipe*
Vdolky
Vdolky is a sweet roll that looks like a flat bismarck but doesn't have jelly inside. It is served with prune filling, cottage cheese, and a dollop of sour cream. Very Slovak.

2 packages dry yeast
1/2 cup water, warm
1 cup milk, scalded
3 tablespoons sugar, divided
2 eggs, beaten
5 cups flour
1 stick butter, softened
1 teaspoon salt

Dissolve yeast in warm water, add milk and sugar. After yeast works, add beaten eggs. Mix remaining ingredients as for pie crust. Add yeast mixture. Work together, kneading well. Set aside and allow to rise. When dough is doubled in bulk, roll out to 1/2 inch thickness. You may use a 2-inch biscuit cutter. Place on lightly greased cookie sheets. Set aside and allow to rise again, almost double in bulk. Heat large electric frying pan to 250-300 degrees.
Very lightly grease the bottom of pan, wiping excess off with paper towel. When dough is ready, lay pieces in fry pan, not too close together. They will continue to rise in pan while cooking. Turn over as each piece browns. Do not cover. Brown both sides and edges. This takes time and cannot be rushed. These also may be baked in the oven.

Vdolky Topping
1 cup sugar, divided
1 heaping teaspoon cinnamon, divided
1 stick butter, melted
2 cups stewed prunes, pitted and mashed
1 carton small curd cottage cheese (16 ounces)
1 carton sour cream (16 ounces)

See more recipes under "Free Recipes" section.

The recipes are those of Brendel family favorites. 6x9" book.
ISBN 1-932043-49-7

"I purchased your book this weekend, Slovak American Touches, and feel that it is one of the best Slovak books I have seen. It is wonderfully written with fabulous recipes. I would like to inquire about purchasing copies of the book for resale as a fundraiser."
Michele Mager, Lucina Slovak Folk Ensemble, Cleveland

"I read your book and found it so fascinating and enjoyable, I read it in one sitting! I was especially impressed by your rendition of the history of the Slovaks in your chapter on the Slovak timeline. Good job!"
--Bob Hynek, Bonduel, WI

"The time and effort you put into your book certainly shows your dedication to the Slovak people in America. The colored pictures are breathtaking and I am happy that the extra energy was put forth in these kind of pictures.
My maternal grandparents are from Soma in Sarys County and Kamjunka in Spis County. I have tried to preserve my heritage by the customs and traditions of the Rusyn people, which is very important for young people. Your book will guide today's Slovak youth to want to keep their customs and traditions alive as well."
--Laurel A. Tombazzi, Director
Karpato-Rus' Ensemble
Hinckley Twp, Ohio

"..Your book is positively magnificent. I have never seen such a beautiful combination of heritage, culture, and treasured recipes all in one. ...God reward and bless you for sharing your talents and your love of Slovak culture with the broader public. May you continue to share this gift as time goes on."

With prayers and best wishes,
Sister M. John Vianney Vranak, SS.C.M.
Director: Jankola Library

I saw a copy of the book and really liked it. You did a beautiful job on it and the pictures in it are priceless! Thank you - J. H.
 

This collection of recipes satisfies both the test of time and taste. Compiled with the the Guild of the National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library, Cedar Rapids, Iowa, the book includes recipes from the Phillips (Wisconsin) Czechoslovakian Community Festival Committee, Sokol of Greater Cleveland (Ohio), and friends of Penfield. This book celebrates the heartwarming and sustaining treats created by generations of Czech and Slovak cooks. Among the many varieties in flavor and preparation of the kolache is the "No Knead Refrigerator Kolache," used by the Phillips, Wisconsin, festival committee to prepare as many as 7,000 succulent rolls for their annual fete. Other recipes feature ease of preparation and an assortment of tastes. There are recipes for fillings made with fruits, cheese, sausage, sauerkraut, nuts, and the staple poppy seed.
Spiral bound, 5-1/2 x 3-1/2", 160 pages. ISBN 1-57216-093-4

They come in many sizes, can be prepared many different ways, and are a part of Czech and Slovak cuisine, but dumplings find a way to please almost anyone! This book includes such recipes as sugar plum dumplings, homemade dumpling soup, easy potato dumplings, chicken stew with herb dumplings, leg of veal with wine sauce and dumplings, and fluffy dumplings.
Collected by The Museum Guild of the National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library. Cover and other illustrations by Marjorie Kopecek Nejdl.
Spiral bound, 5-1/2 x 3-1/2", 160 pages. ISBN 1-572160-71-3

This book is the result of Slavic peoples from all over the United States sharing their own colorful heritage. Included are recipes from Polish, Slovak, Croatian, Slovenian, Bohemian, Russian, Bulgarian, Serbian, Czech, Bosnian, and Ukrainian Americans. Food categories cover beverages, soups and stews, breads and rolls, noodles and dumplings, vegetables, poultry and eggs, meats, fish and seafood, and desserts and pastries.
Spiral bound, 5-1/2 x 3-1/2", 160 pages. ISBN 1-572160-25-X

Midwest Independent Publishers Association 2009 prize winner! Awarded in 2010.

Toni Brendel's Czech-Slovak heritage is dear to the heart of this Phillips, Wisconsin native. She continues to study and write about the culture of the Slovak people and keeps in close contact with friends and relatives in Slovakia. She is the author of Penfield's Slovak American Touches. Included are Toni's photos from Slovakia.
Slovak Master Folk Artist, Sidonka Wadina, was raised in a Slovak neighborhood in Milwaukee's Menomonee River Valley. Her grandmothers who emigrated from Slovakia continued to practice the traditional arts of baking and egg decorating. At the age of three, she began to help them especially with the making of Slovak dumplings; now, after a lifetime of preparing Slovak ethnic foods, Sidonka has generously agreed to share with us cherished recipes and original illustrations.

Sidonka's Medovnicky (Slovak Honey Cookies)

4 eggs, beaten well
3/4 pound brown sugar (1 cup)
1 teaspoon vanilla
3/4 cup honey
2 ounces sweet unsalted butter
1 teaspoon baking soda
1-1/4 pounds flour (5 cups)

Mix eggs, sugar, vanilla, honey and butter. Add baking soda and flour; mix well. Let stand in refrigerator (covered) overnight. Roll out, cut into heart shapes, and on greased cookie sheets bake at 400 degrees about 7 minutes. Frost with design pattern. Makes about 4 dozen cookies depending on size.
Note: These famous heart-shaped cookies baked by Sidonka are on this book's cover.

Spiral bound, 5-1/2 x 3-1/2", 172 pages.
ISBN 978-1932043594

Costumes featured in this coloring book originate from Bohemia, Moravia and Slovakia. The beginning of the development of traditional costumes dates about 200 years back. Costumes for special occasions were decorated with ribbons and intricate embroideries and are featured in this coloring book.
Staple bound, 8 1/4 x 5 3/4" 17 pages. ISBN0-966658-50-0

The costumes featured in this paper doll book originate from Bohemia, Moravia, and Slovakia. The beginnings of the development of traditional costumes date about two hundred years back. Traditional costumes with specific unique features would give us a lot of information about the people who wore them. For example the region and village they lived in, their social and marital status, and their religion. Costumes worn daily, were usually of a simple pattern and fabric. Costumes for special occasions were decorated with ribbons and intricate embroideries. The latter are featured in our paper doll book.

A comprehensive English/Slovak section with all the words and phrases listed alphabetically according to the main word in the expression. All the Slovak words and phrases you will meet in stores, on signs and menus, or hear as standard replies, conveniently arranged in subject areas to help you recognize and understand them when they occur.
200 pages. ISBN 0-781801-01-X

This up-to-date dictionary is a handy tool for both native English and Slovak speakers who wish to cross the linguistic barrier. It can be used to supplement studies, for travel or for business purposes or simply as an introduction to a Slavic language.

Designed for the student, traveler or businessperson, this introduction to the national language of Slovakia teaches basic language skills while presenting the language in a practical context. Historical and cultural information give insight into customs and everyday situations. Each lesson includes a situational dialogue, grammar instruction and vocabulary, providing the means for communication and a basis for future study.