Czechia
Electrolux
Employees: Around 51,000
Known for: Washing machines, refrigerators, dishwashers, vacuum cleaners under brands like Electrolux, AEG, Zanussi.
Website: https://www.electroluxgroup.com
Smeg (Italy)
Employees: About 4,000
Known for: Stylish retro-designed refrigerators, ovens, dishwashers, known for aesthetics and performance.
Website: https://www.smeg.com
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Photopea
Features: Web-based raster editor; Photoshop format compatible; works on Linux via browser
Price: Free with ads, $5/month
Our verdict: We just love Photopea and it works on any PC in the browser. It is so close to the Photoshop look, that you will not have any difficulties switching.
Alza
Known for: Electronics, appliances, and general merchandise
Employees: ~1,500
Availibility: Central Europe (Czech Republic, Slovakia, Hungary, Austria, Germany)
https://alza.cz
Pilsner Urquell
Ownership: Asahi Group (Japan), produced in Czechia
Beer brands: Pilsner Urquell, Kozel, Gambrinus, Radegast
Employees (Europe): ~2,200 (all in Czechia)
Production: ~11M hl
Key markets: Czechia, Slovakia, Germany, UK, South Korea
A Gift for putin
"A Gift for Putin" is a Czech volunteer initiative dedicated to supporting Ukraine's defense against Russian aggression through crowdfunding campaigns. In March 2025, the initiative raised approximately €2.8 million from over 20,400 donors to purchase a UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter for Ukraine's defense.
Good quality T-shirts with iconic designs (understandably their e-shop is somewhat limited).
https://www.weaponstoukraine.com
Bageterie Boulevard
Known for: Freshly prepared baguette sandwiches, salads, soups, and seasonal offerings inspired by various European cuisines. The chain emphasizes quick service without compromising on quality, catering to busy urban customers seeking healthier fast-food options.
Available in: Over 60 locations across the Czech Republic and Slovakia
https://www.bb.cz