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Paczki Palooza – Dive into the delicious world of paczki (pronounced poonch-kee), the rich, deep-fried Polish pastries that take the Midwest by storm every Fat Tuesday! In this episode of Heartland Hot Dish, we explore the history, traditions, and sheer indulgence of these filled doughnuts, from the bustling bakeries of Detroit’s Hamtramck neighbourhood to other treats of Shrove Tuesday or Lent . Whether you say paczki or pukzi, one thing’s for sure—this is a celebration of Midwest sweetness you won’t want to miss!