Pasta with Strawberries? Iga Swiatek Reveals Her Unusual Take On Wimbledon Snack

Last Updated:July 06, 2025, 20:03 IST

Swiatek shared her love for pasta with strawberries and yogurt, claiming Polish strawberries are better than British ones, sparking playful controversy.

Iga Swiatek at Wimbledon (X)

Iga Swiatek cruised past Danielle Collins in their third-round match on Centre Court Saturday, showing few signs of struggle on the grass.

But it wasn’t her dominant performance that stirred conversation — it was her post-match revelation about one of her favorite meals.

A Wimbledon Classic — With a Twist

Each year, the All England Club estimates that more than 35 tons of strawberries — typically served with cream — are consumed during the tournament. The beloved treat is such a symbol of Wimbledon that strawberry-themed merchandise can be found throughout the grounds.

Swiatek, however, introduced an unexpected variation during her on-court interview: “You should try it, guys — pasta, strawberries, a little bit of yogurt."

Later, she doubled down by posting a photo on Instagram of a bowl containing exactly that.

The dish, known in Polish as makaron z truskawkami, literally translates to “pasta with strawberries." It’s a sweet summertime staple in Poland, typically made with noodles topped with blended or mashed strawberries, sugar, and a creamy ingredient like sour cream, heavy cream, or — in Swiatek’s case — yogurt.

“Why is it such a big thing? Everybody should eat that," said Swiatek with a grin after her win over Collins. “I think in summer, kids are eating it a lot. I don’t know. It’s just a perfect mix of tastes."

Polish Strawberries > British Strawberries?

Asked whether Poland or England has better strawberries, Swiatek didn’t hesitate.

“Honestly, I think Poland," she said. “Because we have better climate for strawberries, right?"

Then, smiling again, she added: “Now Wimbledon is probably going to ban me from answering these questions."

Siddarth Sriram

After training in the field of broadcast media, Siddarth, as a sub-editor for News18 Sports, currently dabbles in putting together stories, from across a plethora of sports, onto a digital canvas. His long-term...Read More

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