Pierogi in Space: A Polish Astronaut's Culinary Mission
2025-03-19
For the first time, Polish astronaut Sławosz Uznański-Wiśniewski will bring pierogi, traditional Polish dumplings, to the International Space Station on Axiom Mission 4. This culinary adventure involved overcoming significant challenges in preserving the pierogi for space travel, requiring a complex freeze-drying process to ensure a 24-month shelf life. The menu, developed with celebrity chef Mateusz Gessler and a Polish food company, also includes other Polish dishes, highlighting the importance of comfort food and cultural connection for astronauts in space.