"Exploring the Tradition of Paczki on Fat Tuesday in Chicago and Beyond"

Chicago bakeries, including Weber's Bakery, are bustling with crowds on Paczki Day as customers line up early to get their hands on the traditional Polish pastries. Weber's Bakery, one of the oldest in Chicago, has been preparing for this major food event by mixing, filling, and frying dough all week long. With an assortment of 13 flavors, including custard, jelly-filled, and creme-filled, the bakery is catering to the growing demand for Paczki, making Tuesday the main day for this Fat Tuesday tradition.