Syracuse, N.Y. — For those of us who grew up spending Sunday evenings having dinner at our grandparents’ house, there’s a restaurant in Syracuse that replicates that atmosphere perfectly.
Every time I’ve dined at Eva’s European Sweets, I’ve been transported back in time to my Polish grandmother’s kitchen, dining on the dishes of my heritage. My most recent visit was no different.
Since 1997, Eva’s has been a beloved pillar of the Syracuse Polish community. Owner Eva Zaczynski has created an environment that is warm and welcoming, where traditional Polish dishes are served to you like you’re part of the family. It’s earned so much of a reputation that it has been featured on Food Network not once, but twice.
Our double date night started by perusing the extensive drink options, including a seasonal cocktail menu alongside a variety of Polish vodka and beer. The European restaurant specializes in traditional Polish alcohol, including krupnik (honey vodka) and Zywiec beer. Guests can also order a full Polish vodka flight, including hazelnut, raspberry, quince, and plum-flavored vodkas, krupnik, and bison grass vodka…