# daily life

Jul 3, 2026/6 min read

Bratislava Resident Parking Permit: Eligibility and Application Checklist

Check whether you qualify for a Bratislava resident parking permit, which documents may be required, how to apply through PAAS, and what the current annual fees cover.

Jun 30, 2026/6 min read

Bratislava Nightlife Rules: ID, Alcohol, Smoking, and Closing Times

Going out in Bratislava? Understand the rules on drinking age, identification, indoor smoking, public alcohol, venue hours, security checks, and contact with police.

Jun 25, 2026/6 min read

Slovak Dumplings Explained: Choosing Between Halušky, Pirohy, and Knedľa

Learn the practical differences between halušky, pirohy, and knedľa, including their dough, fillings, traditional accompaniments, and the questions vegetarians and allergy-conscious diners should ask.

Jun 23, 2026/6 min read

Living in Slovakia vs Czechia: A Practical Cost Comparison Checklist

Compare Slovakia and Czechia using your expected net income, housing, transport, healthcare, childcare and taxes—not short-lived rankings or national averages.

Jun 18, 2026/6 min read

Paying at Bratislava Bars and Clubs: Cards, Tabs, Tips, and Receipts

A practical guide to paying in Bratislava nightlife venues, including cards, cashless options, bar tabs, tipping, split bills, receipts, and disputed charges.

Jun 17, 2026/6 min read

How to Order Traditional Slovak Food: A Menu Guide for Foreigners

Learn how to read a Slovak restaurant menu, recognize traditional dishes and sides, ask about ingredients or portions, order politely, and handle the bill and tip.

Jun 16, 2026/6 min read

Traditional Slovak Christmas Food: What Is Served and When

A practical guide to the order, dishes, family variations, and guest etiquette you may encounter at a Slovak Christmas Eve dinner.

Jun 15, 2026/7 min read

Slovak Cheese Guide: Bryndza, Oštiepok, and Parenica

Compare bryndza, oštiepok, parenica, and korbáčiky by taste, texture, milk content, cooking uses, storage needs, and the label details worth checking.

Jun 11, 2026/10 min read

Using Slovakia’s Electronic Government Mailbox

A practical guide for foreign residents, sole traders and companies on activating, monitoring and safely using Slovakia’s slovensko.sk electronic mailbox, including legal delivery, signatures and delegated access.