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German Summer Salad – Sommersalat
German Summer Salad, or ‘Sommersalat’ as it might be called in Germany, is a delightful blend of fresh vegetables, fruits, and a tangy dressing that captures the essence of summer. This salad is not only a feast for the eyes with its vibrant colors but also a treat for the palate with its mixture of […]
Hutzelbrot – Sweet Winter Bread
Hutzelbrot is a sweet winter bread treat with loads of dried fruit which keeps very well and tastes delicious on its own or with fresh butter at tea time. These fruit loaves have many names: originally it’s called ‘Hutzelbrot’ as it is made of dried pears (‘Hutzeln’), but other regional names as ‘Schnitzbrot’, ‘Kletzenbrot’ or […]
Importing Cars to Germany
There are no general rules for the procedure of importing cars to Germany. Irrespective of their age, all vehicles are treated equally as far as duties, taxes or technical inspections are concerned. One must have: – Driver’s license (Führerschein) German Driver’s License If one stays in Germany for more than 12 months he will need […]
December 3 in German History
December 3, 1483 Birth of Nikolaus von Amsdorf in Torgau, Germany. Amsdorf was a professor of theology at the University of Wittenberg. He was a close friend of Martin Luther. After the trial at the Diet of Worms, he was one of those responsible for hiding Luther at the Wartburg. In later years he struggled […]
The German Diaspora: Where to Find German Culture Worldwide
Think German culture is confined to the borders of Germany? Think again. From Oktoberfest in Brazil to Bavarian villages in Africa, the German diaspora has left an enduring cultural imprint worldwide. Over the centuries, waves of German emigrants have carried their language, traditions, and culinary delights to all corners of the globe. Whether it’s Bratwurst […]
Paprikaschnitzel
Paprikaschnitzel is a schnitzel served with a spicy sauce of bell peppers and onions. Great for fall or any time you crave something delicious! Ingredients: 2 veal cutlets 1 egg breadcrumbs for coating oil 1/4 green bell pepper, diced 1/4 yellow bell pepper, diced 1/4 white onion, diced 1 tomato, seeded and diced up to […]
Bauernbrot
Authentic-tasting German bread is easier to make than you’d think. Bauernbrot, or farmer’s bread, is a hearty rye bread that is the standard loaf in many German homes, especially in the south. It was traditionally made from scratch in farm homes and baked in age-old, wood-fired ovens. It takes a few hours from start to […]
Simple Reasons Why Learning German Is Worth Your While
Many people arrive in Germany without speaking a word of the language. While some put months of their lives into mastering the language, others choose not to. There are lots of reasons for that: family life, jobs or just the sheer omnipresence of English can hold us back. But there are really good reasons to […]
German Sausage Soup Recipe
Ingredients: 500-700 g sausage (kielbasa or bratwurst types) 1 large onion, diced 2 large carrots, diced 3-4 celery ribs, sliced 1 large turnip, diced 0.5 kg ground tomatoes (or 1 can diced tomatoes) 1 tsp dry thyme 1 tsp dry basil 300 g mushrooms, sliced (optional) 1 spinach, chopped (optional) 1-2 leaves of bay laurel […]
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Health Care Providers in Germany
Germany's principal health care providers are its physicians, dentists, and three types of hospitals (public, private nonprofit, and private for-profit). The health industry also includes large … [Read More...]
Lebkuchen
They are world-famous and inseparably tied to Christmas – Nuremberg Lebkuchen or gingerbread. These internationally-known delicacies were first baked by Franconian monks, who created these sweet baked … [Read More...]
Imperial Germany – the Second Reich
The German Empire--often called the Second Reich to distinguish it from the First Reich, established by Charlemagne in 800--was based on two compromises. The first was between the king of Prussia and … [Read More...]
German Chocolate Cake – 2
German chocolate cake, originally German's chocolate cake, is a layered chocolate cake from the United States, filled and topped with a coconut-pecan frosting. It owes its name to an English-American … [Read More...]
Flammkuchen – Traditional German Flatbread Recipe
Few traditional German recipes manage to be both rustic and elegant quite like Flammkuchen. Originating from the borderlands of Germany and France, this crisp, thin flatbread - often called “German … [Read More...]
November 21 in German History
November 21, 1555 Death of Georgius Agricola (original name, Georg Bauer) in Chemnitz, Germany. Agricola was a humanist, physician and scientist who is often called "the father of mineralogy". He was … [Read More...]
Vollkornbrot (Whole Grain Bread)
Dense, nutty, and nourishing, Vollkornbrot - or German Whole Grain Bread - is the kind of bread that practically defines German breakfasts. Made with whole grains, hearty flours, and often a hint of … [Read More...]
Easter Bunny Cake
Ingredients: 2 cups all-purpose flour 1/2 cup shortening 1 1/2 cup sugar 1 cup milk 3 1/2 tsp baking powder 1 1/4 tsp vanilla 1 tsp salt 3 eggs Frosting: 100 g cream cheese, softened a pinch of salt 1 … [Read More...]
Fertility in Germany
Despite the Berlin Wall and the fortified boundary that divided them, the two Germanys had many similar demographic developments in the postwar period. In the late 1950s and especially in the 1960s, … [Read More...]
The German Easter Bunny: The Origin of the Osterhase
Every Easter, children around the world eagerly anticipate the arrival of the Easter Bunny, who delivers chocolate eggs, sweets, and surprises. But did you know that the Easter Bunny tradition began … [Read More...]