Papavero

Products & Suppliers

Passion is the foundation of tradition, and exceptional flavor requires time and patience.

At Papavero, we believe the secret to unforgettable taste lies in carefully selected ingredients. That is why in our kitchen we rely on local and regional products of the highest quality, sourced exclusively from trusted suppliers. We choose them with the utmost care, valuing their commitment to traditional methods of cultivation and production. Thanks to them, we can guarantee freshness and excellence in every dish we serve.

Our Dishes – Tradition & Passion
Every plate that reaches your table is prepared from scratch in our kitchen. Dumplings, pierogi, and noodles are handmade, crafted from traditional recipes with attention to every detail, no matter how small.

Everything we do is rooted in authenticity and building lasting relationships:

With our producers and suppliers – we meet them personally, visit vineyards, discover their products, and admire the results of their hard work.
With nature – we choose ecological, natural ingredients, always with respect for the environment.
With you, our Guests – we listen to your opinions, discuss your preferences, and trust in your refined sense of taste.

As a result, our cuisine is not only flavorful but also full of heart and history. At Papavero, every dish is a dialogue – with tradition, with nature, and above all, with you.

Local Ingredients

Our menu is based on products we prepare ourselves as well as those sourced from local and regional suppliers.

Bread

Each day in our kitchen begins with baking fresh bread, made from Polish flour supplied by the Ostrów Wlkp. Mill.

Bednarek Farm

Fruits, vegetables, and preserves crafted according to a family recipe.

Cold-Pressed Juices – Wiatrowy Sad

Juices pressed from orchard fruit grown near the Łódź Hills Landscape Park in the Mroga River valley. Pressed from whole, healthy fruit, without preservatives or added water, containing only naturally occurring sugars.

Pressed Juices – Bracia Sadownicy

Orchard keepers from Kujawy, whose tradition of apple cultivation dates back to 1905. Apples are hand-picked and their juices are pressed without preservatives or added sugar.

Honey – Janczarczyk Apiary – “Bees are our family passion, and honey our sweetest reward.”

A family apiary with over half a century of tradition, tending 300 bee colonies across Natura 2000’s Noteć Valley, using both stationary and migratory beekeeping methods.

Preserves

Every summer and autumn, our kitchen transforms into a workshop for preserves, which return to our menu just months later.

Wines & Spirits

Folwark Pszczew Vineyard

Founded in 2015 in the buffer zone of Pszczew Landscape Park. Vines include Regent, Cabernet Cortis, Souvignier Gris, Solaris, Johanitter, and Riesling – the very same varieties cultivated here 170 years ago.

Smarduch Distillery – Natural Liqueurs & Flavored Vodkas

Located in the historic town of Grodków, Opole region. With more than 15 years of expertise, Smarduch is among the most renowned artisanal distilleries in Poland. Spirits are crafted from fruit, herbs, honey, and spices, aged in glass demijohns and oak barrels, then bottled and labeled by hand.

Environmental Stewardship

We are committed to minimizing the environmental impact of our operations by managing resources responsibly, promoting sustainable sourcing, and reducing harmful emissions.

Our goal is to protect the environment around us while supporting the local economy and maintaining economic efficiency.

Education & Engagement

We follow an internal code of sustainable restaurant practices. Our team’s commitment to ecological responsibility brings long-term benefits. We train in energy conservation, waste management, and food-waste reduction – actions that lower our carbon footprint. We also support culinary education in Poznań by offering internship programs to local schools.

Conscious Choices – Guest Communication

We actively inform our Guests about the origins of our ingredients and encourage environmentally responsible choices that help reduce the carbon footprint.

Sustainable Practices:

Waste

We sort all waste diligently, and our suppliers collect bulk packaging for reuse.

Filtered Water

Served as an alternative to bottled water, reducing CO₂ emissions.

CO₂ Emissions

Working with local suppliers reduces transport impact; seasonal ingredients minimize the need for artificial farming and long storage.

Vegetarian Menu

We continually expand our range of vegetarian dishes.

Zero waste

We prepare dishes based on the expected number of Guests each day.
Leftovers inspire chips, garnishes, lemonades, and syrups.

Biodegradable Packaging

We have replaced single-use plastics with biodegradable, compostable, or reusable alternatives. Only paper straws are used.

Recycled Oil

Used oil is collected and recycled, becoming bio-components for eco-diesel, chemical processing, synthetic materials, or heating fuel.

Technology & Innovation:

Modernized kitchen equipment, significantly reducing water usage.
Thermal modernization of parts of our building.
Advanced climate and ventilation systems with heat recovery, plus automated lighting, reducing energy needs by 30%.
Expansive glass windows maximize natural light and warmth, decreasing reliance on external energy sources.
Acoustic ceiling technology enhances comfort while improving thermal efficiency and neighborly quiet.
Low-emission transportation and eco-friendly delivery via electric vehicles.
Collaboration with HACCP auditors ensures the highest standards of food safety.