Jdeme na jedno?
(“Shall we go for one?”)
That is the question. Among Brewhemians in the Czech Republic, one is never one, but usually three and then we see how it goes. And there is so much more to the local beer culture than you’d find in a “traditional tavern” on Prague’s Old Town Square.
Czechs are highly outdoorsy people, we love hiking and biking and skiing and boating… anything that takes us away from the city and into “The Nature”. And all that physical activity obviously requires motivation and rewards, most often in the shape of a beer, of course!
The country boasts over 500 breweries (I’ve personally visited over 180), ranging from classic city brew pubs, centuries old monastery breweries, breweries in chateaux, private cottages, and I even remember sitting on a couch in some guy’s garage watching his television and sipping on a pint of his home brew.
In recent decades, we’ve also caught on to the concept of good, locally sourced food that really goes back to our culinary roots, some places completely old-school, elsewhere with a modern twist.
So why not go beyond the regular tourist experience and join us for a day of true local living? We create customized tours for groups of 2 to 6 people. They can range from fantastic craft breweries on the outskirts of Prague (including a pleasant nature walk), to longer trips outside the city (with superb scenery and proper hikes, or a visit to a selected town / castle). You decide what you’d like to experience, the Brewhemians will do the rest!
(Please note that guests must be at least 18 years old to participate.)
A Brewhemian Guide
I am Klara, also known as Klarita and by her Czech friends as Kralik (Rabbit). And I love beer - a lot. I’m that person who wears t-shirts and hats and socks emblazoned with the logo of my favorite brewery. This enthusiasm is pretty contagious, and if I can’t turn you into a true Brewhemian, then I owe you… another beer!
I was born in the great city of Prague, but emigrated as a child and lived abroad almost until I reached drinking age (in Canada), when I returned to the Czech Republic, smack into the chaos of the late 1990s. Nobody here was checking IDs at the time, so adapting to the local pub culture was a breeze.
I am (or was) primarily a freelance translator with a passion for travel, but never really got into full digital nomad mode because I am simply too fond of being at home. With the rise of AI, my job has become somewhat redundant, so I became a foodie tour guide in Prague and discovered that it’s something I love doing.
I want to take visitors beyond Prague 1 (the historical center), away from streets where you can barely hear Czech spoken, far from the madness of mass tourism, to the places where Czechs really like to spend their free time. An hour or two breathing fresh air and enjoying the outdoors, rewarded with a pint at a cozy inn or pub, ideally one that brews its own beer, a comforting meal and maybe even something sweet. You don’t have to go far. I also love seeing old seasonal customs coming back after half a century of suppression, and would love to share them with you if the timing is right (how about some mushroom hunting in October?). For now, these Czech customs and beloved activities are described in the Blog month by month.
It won’t be a lecture on history, kings, and wars, medieval architecture, or current politics, although I may insert some interesting tidbits and highlights. Instead, I’m here to show and tell you how Czech natives live, the traditions we keep, the pastimes we enjoy. And we’ll see how the conversation flows from there.
If you’re ready to get off the beaten path, it’s time to join me for a beer (or three) and become a true Brewhemian!