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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 5 DFW (KXAS) Local
· 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 kola...
Key takeaway But one North Texas bakery says a popular savory pastry has been misidentified for decades.
Why this matters in Southlake News
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 community that has long celebrated its Czech roots through events like Westfest, the correct terminology is a point of pride. With the Czechia national football team training in North Texas, the timing is opportune for Village Bakery to educate visitors about the traditional Czech pastry. As fans and players make their way to the area, they'll have the chance to experience the unique blend of Czech baking traditions and Texas tastes that West is known for. The bakery's efforts to promote the correct term for the savory pastry may also spark a renewed interest in the local Czech culture, potentially drawing more visitors to the town and its beloved bakeries. This could have a positive impact on the local economy and help to further establish West as a hub for Czech heritage in Texas.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: NBC 5 DFW (KXAS) Local ·
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 kola...
When was this published? This article was first published on June 24, 2026 by NBC 5 DFW (KXAS) Local and curated for Southlake News readers.
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