In the world of gastronomy, the year doesn’t start on January 1st. For chefs and food enthusiasts, the true New Year arrives right now—with the first rays of sunshine and the scent of fresh earth. Spring in the kitchen is more than just a change of ingredients; it’s a shift in energy, colors, and the entire approach to the plate.

Why is this season so special, and what can you expect at InFormal Kitchen in the coming weeks? Sit back, and let us take you on a journey through the flavors that are just beginning to wake up.

Farewell to “Comfort Food,” Welcome to Lightness

Winter is a time for “cozy” food—dominated by root vegetables, heavy sauces, and techniques like long roasting or confit. Spring turns this order upside down. In gastronomy, we transition from satiety to freshness.

The magic of spring lies in the product defending itself. We no longer need heavy spices—a drizzle of good olive oil, sea salt flakes, and fresh herbs are enough to extract the essence of what has grown in the sun.

Heroes of the Spring Plate

What would a spring menu be without its icons? At InFormal Kitchen, ingredient selection is the process we focus on most. Here is what rules our kitchen this season:

• Green Energy – Asparagus: The absolute symbol of spring. They are crunchy, delicate, and incredibly elegant. However, they require precision—one second too long in the water or on the pan and they lose their charm. In our pre-release preview, we pair them with a velvety Hollandaise sauce to emphasize their nobility.
• Spring Greens and Herbs: Young radishes, chives, and aromatic basil, which becomes the base for our signature salsa. These give the dishes that characteristic, “green” flavor profile.
• Dairy Lightness: In spring, we reach for cheeses that complement rather than dominate the vegetables. Creamy Burrata is the perfect companion for juicy tomatoes, which are just starting to taste exactly as they should.

InFormal Kitchen: A Tribute to the Season

Our new spring menu, which we are working on intensively, is a tribute to this short but intense season. We believe that food should reflect what is happening outside the window. That’s why at Plac Małachowskiego 2, we focus on authenticity.

We want every dish to be a story about the product. Whether we are serving classic asparagus with a poached egg or preparing a new version of carpaccio, our goal is to preserve the natural flavor of the ingredients in their best possible form.

Feel Spring Right Now

Spring in gastronomy is short-lived, so it’s worth celebrating every week of it. Before we present the full menu, we invite you to test our first spring offerings. It’s the perfect time to drop by for a light lunch, sit by the window, and watch Warsaw come to life along with our flavors.

Ask our staff about what’s new in the kitchen today—because spring for us is a process that tastes better every day!

See you at the table at Plac Małachowskiego 2!