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Otto Waalkes

Otto Gerhard Waalkes (born 22 July 1948 in Emden, Germany) is a Frisian comedian and actor. Otto Waalkes became famous in the early 70s by drawing little childish elephants he called Ottifants ('Ottiphants'). Later, he went on tour, brandishing a guitar and accompanied by Ottifants. Later still he branched into film, shooting Otto: The Movie and … [Read more...]

Holsteiner Schnitzel

There is nothing quite like the Holsteiner Schnitzel recipe. It’s a 19th century variation on the classic Wiener schnitzel, created for Herr Holstein (Baron Holstein actually), who apparently liked eggs and anchovies on his schnitzel. Ingredients: 1 cup flour 1 cup fresh bread crumbs ½ cup milk 6 eggs 4 (3-oz.), 1/8" thick veal … [Read more...]

Apple Crumb Cake – Apfel-Streuselkuchen

Golden, buttery crumbs over a juicy apple layer on a soft cake base - Apfel-Streuselkuchen, or German Apple Crumb Cake, is the cozy hug of the dessert world. A staple at bakeries, birthdays, and Sunday coffee tables across Germany, this comforting classic is as beautiful to look at as it is satisfying to eat. Whether you're making it from scratch … [Read more...]

Dortmund

Dortmund is an independent city in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany. It is in the middle part of the state and is considered to be the administrative, commercial and cultural center of the eastern Ruhr area. Its population of 581,612 (2015) makes it the 8th largest city in Germany. Moreover, Dortmund is the largest city by area and population … [Read more...]

Beef with Green Sauce (Gekochtes Rindfleisch mit Grüner Sosse)

A one-pot meal, boiled beef with vegetables with a creamy green herb and chopped egg sauce. Typical dish from Hesse, Germany. Ingredients: 1 kg top round roast 1 leek, cleaned, trimmed and chopped 2 carrots, peeled and chopped 1 bay leaf 1 stalk celery, chopped 1 turnip, peeled and chopped 2 onions, peeled and quartered 1 teaspoon … [Read more...]

Mushroom Spätzle Pan

Are you in the mood for a comforting, hearty dish that tantalizes your taste buds with its unique blend of flavors? Look no further than this delectable Mushroom Spätzle Pan recipe, a culinary masterpiece that combines the earthy goodness of mushrooms with the traditional German delight of Spätzle. This recipe is more than just a meal; it's a … [Read more...]

Bautzen

Bautzen is a hill-top town in eastern Saxony, Germany, and administrative center of the eponymous district. It is located on the Spree River. Bautzen is often regarded as the unofficial, but historical capital of Upper Lusatia, and it is the most important cultural center of the Sorbs, a Slavic people. The old part of Bautzen is … [Read more...]

Rügen Island

Rügen is Germany's largest island by area. It is located off the Pomeranian coast in the Baltic Sea and belongs to the state of Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania. Rügen has a maximum length of 51.4 km (from north to south), a maximum width of 42.8 km in the south and an area of 926 km². The coast is characterized by numerous sandy beaches, … [Read more...]

Easter Monday – Ostermontag

Easter Monday (Ostermontag) is an annual public holiday in Germany that follows Easter Sunday, which remembers Jesus Christ's resurrection, according to Christian belief. It is observed with various local customs. These include early morning candle-lit parades, walks in the countryside and egg races. Egg races (Eierlauf) are held in some villages. … [Read more...]

Bonn

The Federal City of Bonn is a city on the banks of the Rhine and northwest of the Siebengebirge in the German state of North Rhine-Westphalia. Bonn serves alongside the capital Berlin as the seat of government of Germany. The city is the second official seat and second official residence of the President of Germany, the Chancellor of Germany, the … [Read more...]