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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 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - Local
· June 24, 2026
· 1 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 Frisco News
The debate over what to call a savory pastry in West, Texas, has implications for the town's identity and its claim to Czech heritage. As a community that has long celebrated its Czech roots through events like Westfest, the distinction between a traditional kolache and a klobasnik takes on added significance. For locals, the correct terminology is not just a matter of semantics, but a way to preserve and honor the town's cultural traditions. The arrival of the Czechia national football team in North Texas provides a unique opportunity for West to showcase its unique blend of Czech and Texas influences, and Village Bakery is at the forefront of this effort. As visitors flock to the area, they will not only be introduced to the delicious pastry, but also to the rich cultural heritage that underlies it, and the town's bakeries will be key to sharing this story.
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Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - Local ·
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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 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - Local and curated for Frisco News readers.
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