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Do you call it a kolache? West bakery says this beloved pastry has a different name
By Alicia Barrera at NBC DFW
· June 24, 2026
· 2 min read
Many Texans have ordered them for breakfast, picked them up on road trips and called them kolaches their entire lives. But one North Texas bakery says a popular savory pastry has been misidentified for decades. “It's not a pig in a blanket. It's not a sausage roll. It's not even a sausage kolache. I
Key takeaway It's klobasniki,” said Shelly Miller, owner of Village Bakery in West.
Why this matters in The Fort Worth
The distinction between a kolache and a klobasnik may seem minor to some, but for the town of West, it's a matter of preserving cultural heritage. As a hub of Czech culture in North Texas, West has long been known for its traditional bakeries and festivals like Westfest. The fact that Village Bakery is now highlighting the difference between these two pastries comes at a opportune time, with the Czechia national football team training in the area. This could bring a surge of new visitors to West, all eager to experience the town's unique cultural offerings. For Fort Worth residents, this is a reminder that our region is home to a diverse array of cultural traditions, and that a short drive up Interstate 35 can transport you to a unique and vibrant community. As the World Cup draws attention to the area, it will be interesting to see how West's bakeries and cultural attractions capitalize on this opportunity to share their heritage with a wider audience.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: NBC DFW ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? Many Texans have ordered them for breakfast, picked them up on road trips and called them kolaches their entire lives. But one North Texas bakery says a popular savory pastry has been misidentified for decades. “It's not a pig in a blanket. It's not a sausage roll. It's not even a sausage kolache. I
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