Easter (Ostern) in Germany is not just about egg hunts and bonfires—it’s also a time for delicious, traditional meals that bring families together. From sweet Easter lamb cakes (Osterlamm) to hearty Festtagsbraten (holiday roasts), German Easter cuisine is a delightful mix of regional specialties and time-honored dishes. In this section, discover … [Read more...]
Desserts
Desserts in German cuisine are as diverse as the rest of the cuisine. Popular desserts include cakes, pastries, cookies, egg-based dishes, crepes, fruit (including fresh, baked, and cooked), creams, quark-based dishes, chocolate, and candies. Ice cream is also a popular dessert of Germans. This love of ice cream began in the 1920's when Italian … [Read more...]
August 11 in German History
August 11, 1086 Birth of Heinrich V, King of the Germans and Holy Roman Emperor. He was the son of Heinrich IV and like his father led the investiture battle with the popes. He came to power by arresting his father and forcing him to abdicate. He won in the investiture battle too by arresting the Pope and demanding the right of investiture of … [Read more...]
German Christmas Recipes
It is that time of the year again! The nature is deep in winter, and December days are passing by inevitably, getting us nearer to Christmas. This holiday is the best time for cooking something special, something delicious and absolutely festive. The traditional German holiday meal consists of duck, goose, rabbit or a roast, accompanied by German … [Read more...]
August 10 in German History
August 10, 1794 Birth of Leopold Zunz in Detmold, Germany. Zunz was a historian of Jewish literature and succeeded in bringing scientific rigor to the field. In his work Zur Geschichte und Literatur he integrated Jewish literature with European literature and politics. August 10, 1827 Birth of Adalbert Falk in Metschkau, Prussia. He … [Read more...]
August 9 in German History
August 9, 378 In one of the most decisive battles in history, a large Roman army under Valens, the Roman emperor of the East, is defeated by the Visigoths at the Battle of Adrianople in present-day Turkey. Two-thirds of the Roman army, including Emperor Valens himself, were overrun and slaughtered by the mounted barbarians. The decisive … [Read more...]
German Baking Recipes
There’s something almost magical about the smell of freshly baked bread or a cinnamon-laced pastry wafting from a German kitchen. Welcome to the delicious world of German Baking Recipes, where centuries of tradition meet sweet (and savory) satisfaction. From crispy pretzels and rich, nutty cakes to braided holiday breads and buttery cookies, German … [Read more...]
August 8 in German History
August 8, 1732 Birth of Johann Christoph Adelung in Anklam, Germany. Adelung was the most significant German-language scholar before the Grimms. He was the librarian to the Elector of Saxony. August 8, 1824 Death of Friedrich August Wolf in Marseille, France (born in Haynrode, Germany). "Pro le go me na ad Homerum" (1795); Therewith he … [Read more...]
August 7 in German History
August 7, ca. 304 St. Afra of Augsburg is martyred for her Christian faith. Her origins are lost in history, though it is likely that she came from the Mediterranean, probably Cyprus. The circumstances of her movement to Augusburg, Germany are uncertain, but it is clear that by 304 she was established in Augusburg and had become a devout … [Read more...]
August 6 in German History
August 6, 1789 Birth of Friedrich List in Reutlingen, Germany. List was an economist who felt that protective tariffs were essential to industrial development. Due to his liberal ideas, he was exiled from Germany in 1825 and came to the United States where he had some influence with his views on tariffs. List's principal work was Das Nationale … [Read more...]
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