Charlemagne (April 2, 742 – January 28, 814), numbered Charles I, was King of the Franks from 768, King of the Lombards from 774 and Emperor of the Romans from 800. He united much of Europe during the early Middle Ages. He was the first recognized emperor in western Europe since the fall of the Western Roman Empire three centuries earlier. The … [Read more...]
German Dog Breeds: Rottweiler
The Rottweiler is one of the oldest of herding breeds. With a history possibly dating back to the Roman Empire, the Rottweiler may be a descendant of ancient Roman drover dogs - a mastiff-type dog that was a dependable, rugged dog with great intelligence and guarding instincts. During their quest to conquer Europe, the Roman legions traveled in … [Read more...]
Westfälische Potthucke – Traditional German Potato Cake with Sausages
This is a traditional recipe from a region called Sauerland in Westphalia. In earlier times, this potato dish was actually a meal for the poor because it’s made mostly with potatoes, and they wouldn’t need many additional ingredients. A typical side dish would have been sugar beet syrup or applesauce and pumpernickel, a regional type of black … [Read more...]
Marzipan
Marzipan is a confection consisting primarily of sugar or honey and almond meal (ground almonds), sometimes augmented with almond oil or extract. It is often made into sweets. Common uses are chocolate-covered marzipan and small marzipan imitations of fruits and vegetables. It can also used in biscuits or rolled into thin sheets and glazed for … [Read more...]
Butterkuchen – German Butter Cake
The butter cake recipe, aka Butterkuchen or Zuckerkuchen, is a traditional German cake often served for afternoon coffee. Popular when covered with butter, almonds, and sugar. It can also be topped with streusel (see recipe below). Ingredients: Yeast Dough 1 package (1 Tbsp) active dry yeast ¼ cup lukewarm water 1 tsp sugar 1 cup milk … [Read more...]
Bratwurst With Sauerkraut and Potatoes
Few dishes embody German comfort food like Bratwurst with sauerkraut and potatoes. It’s a hearty, satisfying meal that pairs the smokiness of grilled sausage with the tang of fermented cabbage and the earthiness of boiled or pan-fried potatoes. Whether served at a beer garden, Oktoberfest, or a Sunday family dinner, this trio remains one of … [Read more...]
German Dog Breeds: Boxer
The Boxer is a medium-sized, short-haired breed of dog, developed in Germany. The coat is smooth and tight-fitting, colors are fawn or brindled, with or without white markings, and white. Boxers have broad, short skulls, have a square muzzle, an underbite, very strong jaws, and a powerful bite ideal for hanging on to large prey. Boxer was bred in … [Read more...]
Pichelsteiner
Pichelsteiner is a German stew that contains several kinds of meat and vegetables. The creation of this dish has been traced to Auguste Winkler (née Kiesling). Originally from Kirchberg im Wald, she worked as an innkeeper in Grattersdorf, where she is also buried. The name is likely to have derived from the nearby Büchelstein mountain, where the … [Read more...]
Zwiebelrostbraten – Swabian Roast Beef with Fried Onions
Zwiebelrostbraten is a dish from the Swabian and Austrian cuisine. Slices of sirloin sautéed in some fat are put warm and served with fried onions and a sauce from the drippings. Ingredients: 4 sirloin steaks, 8 mm thick, about 200 g each 2 large onions 1 cup flour 2 cups oil, plus 2 tsp oil 2 teaspoons butter 1 teaspoon Hungarian … [Read more...]
Sebastian Krüger
Sebastian Krüger is a German artist. He was born on June 30, 1963, in Hamelin. After studying free painting with Prof. Dörfler at the Braunschweig University of Fine Arts he made a stunning reputation as the designer of a number of cover spreads for the press in Germany and abroad and as an illustrator and creative designer of various LP covers. He … [Read more...]
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