Kiermusy Resort

After arriving in Bialystok, Dr. Krasnicka provided a brief tour of the town and Branicki Palace for Mrs. Prof. B, and then we and Dr. Krasnicka's graduate student went to dinner at a delightful resort outside town called Kiermusy. (Kiermusy Website in English) The resort is modeled on an 18th / 19th century Polish manor and is one of the most relaxing places I've been. The rooms in the building we are staying at are late 19th century in furnishings, while other buildings are decorated in 17th or even 15th century furnishings. If your goal in vacations is to step outside of the daily grind and not worry about anything for a couple days while you indulge in great food, a very good spa, walks or biking through the countryside, this place is worth it. We might try to get a group out here during the program for dinner.

 The restaurant is a marvel, and is presented as a traditional 18th/19th century Polish country home dining room.

The food is amazing. If you have the chance in Poland to try podpiwek, it is worth it. Podpiwek is a brewed drink in which, as best I can figure, they leave the yeast in for only 2 days. This gives the drink carbonation without an alcohol content. It is spiced lightly and contains a very nice slightly bitter aftertaste. As summer drinks go, it is excellent.