urbandreamer, I've had completely different experiences with a variety of Slavic folks whether Ukrainian, Russian, Polish, or one of my bestest friends ever south Slavic/Bosnian. Kind hearted, Hard workers that put most native born Canucks' work ethic to shame.
At any rate, poonchkey/punchkey/pahchkey however the individual pronounces them,
everyone should try a well made Paczki at least once. I agree on the plum flavour but enjoy them all. Certainly puts Tim's and Krispy Kreme lard donuts to shame.
niwell, we'll do a tour of wherever the highest concentration of Polish businesses are one day. Enjoy some piwo (pee-voh) on a patio as well