Veka Bread

Veka is a traditional Czech wheat bread with an elongated shape, soft crumb and thin, slightly crispy crust. It is a staple of Czech baking and belongs to the category of white breads. Sliced veka is used as the basis for bread dumplings, French toast or croutons. Day-old loaves are ideal for grating into homemade breadcrumbs. Fresh veka is served alongside soups, meat dishes or as a snack with spreads, ham and vegetables. It is sometimes confused with a baguette, but differs from it by having a softer crust and a fuller, denser crumb. It is available in shops both whole and pre-sliced.