Kolach (bread)

Kolach or kalach is a traditional bread found in Central and Eastern European cuisines, commonly served during various special occasions – particularly wedding celebrations, Christmas, Easter, and Dożynki. The name originates from the Old Slavonic word kolo (коло) meaning "circle" or "wheel". Korovai is sometimes categorised as a type of kolach.

"Kołacz" redirects here. For other uses, see Kołacz (disambiguation).
This article is about Slavic sweet bread. For the Czech and Slovak sweet pastry, see Kolach (cake).
Kolach
Alternative namesKalach, Kulaç, Korovai, Karavai
TypeSweet or savoury bread, ceremonial cake
Place of originEastern Europe
Region or stateAlbania, Belarus, Bulgaria, Hungary, Moldova, North Macedonia, Poland, Romania, Russia, Serbia, Ukraine
Created byEarly Slavs
Main ingredientsWheat or rye flour
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