Germany is proof that fathers in Germany have it figured out. Think about it. On Mother’s Day, you get a card, a messy kitchen, and some flowers. In Germany, Fathers spend the day walking around in groups, drinking while pulling a Bollerwagon full of beer, wine, Schnapps, and grillable snacks. And! Since Father’s Day (Herrentag or Männertag) always falls on…
Author: karenanne
Deutsches Auswanderer Haus or Emigration Museum Bremerhaven
Wohin und Warum (Where to? And Why?) are the words that greet you in my favorite room at the Auswanderer Haus or Emigration Museum Bremerhaven. Known as the Gallery of the 7 Million, it is FILLED with names and stories. This room is a treasure trove of history, and it’s only a fraction of what you can see and experience…
Everything You Need to Know About German White Asparagus Season
German White Asparagus Season and the mania that surrounds it can be a bit confusing for anyone who grew up in America. It’s a vegetable. Who gets excited about vegetables? I can still remember the first time I went to a restaurant during German White Asparagus season. There was concern because the Season was ending in just a few days.…
Deutsches Haus New Orleans – The Story of Germans in Louisiana
I love finding pockets of Germany in unexpected corners of the United States. A few years ago, while visiting New Orleans for the Jazz Fest, I stumbled across a booth run by women in Dirndl. What a surprise to learn that Germans had a significant impact on the city’s development and that Germans STILL have a strong presence in New…
Travel to Germany on a Budget- A Few Tips and Tricks
Germany is a modern European country that’s on all of our must-visit lists. Why? Not only will you find some of the world’s most fascinating cities, you can also enjoy a variety of landscapes from mountains and fairy tale forests to fields of purple heather and great winding rivers. It’s a land of traditional festivals, wonderful castles, and an ancient…
Oma’s Münsterländer Struwen Recipe for Good Friday
In the Münsterland, a Good Friday without Struwen is unimaginable. Thanks to my Tante Anne, I have Oma’s recipe for Münsterländer Struwen. These yeast dough pancakes satisfy hunger in a time of Fasting without appearing, as my aunt said, “üppig” (extravagant). Struwen are sweet, but not too sweet, topped with a sprinkle of sugar or cinnamon sugar, filled with raisins,…
Where to Buy Your Favorite Birkenstock Sandals
When I was growing up, I fell in love with Birkenstock sandals. Sadly, years ago, the ONLY way you could get them was to hop on a plane to Germany (or send someone over with money and your size). Today, everyone is wearing Birkenstocks! I see them all over the college campuses (my daughter wears them all over), a the…
Planning a Trip to Germany- Tips and Best Travel Books Germany
I put a lot of thought into planning a trip to Germany. I’m a planner and a list maker. This means that before I take a trip anywhere, I do lots of research and organize my travel plans. Travel is expensive, believe me, I know, so I don’t want to waste time when I get there wondering…. “what do I…