Over the years, many of our local German Delis and Bakeries have shut down. But, all is not lost! You can order German Food online to enjoy at home! Almost everything you normally buy in German Grocery Store stores can be sold in these shops. I’m in the habit of cooking with certain German seasonings and sauces that I can’t…
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German Food In Arizona -German Restaurants, Bakeries and Delis
Searching for German Food in Arizona? Here is a list of German Restaurants, Bakeries and Delis… All of these places were shared by readers! If one is missing, or you know it no longer exists, please let me know… [email protected] (It’s a good idea to call ahead before heading to any of these places) German Restaurants, Bakeries and Delis in…
What to Buy at German Christmas Markets- Make Your List!
Headed to Germany for the German Christmas Markets? Prepare to be overwhelmed! There are so many wonderful things to see, smell, taste and most of all, BUY! But before you go on a crazy spree and spend all your money on the first day…think about what you want or need, and consider your luggage allowance, just how much room…
German Chocolate Advent Calendars- Sweet Christmas Countdown
Since 1958, the only thing better than just opening a door on your Advent Calendar is opening a door and finding a piece of CHOCOLATE behind it! These German Chocolate Advent Calendars are sure to be a hit for kids of all ages!! Now, you can find Chocolate Advent calendars at the discount store, but you get what you pay…
Fun Facts About King Ludwig II- Not So Happily Ever After
Have I already mentioned how much I enjoy guest posts? And I’m sure you all might have noticed how much I enjoy “fun facts”? (For example- did you know that the distance between the kneecaps on the Roland statue is an official measurement in the city of Bremen?) So when I got a post contribution from Susan Braun filled…
Do they Celebrate Halloween in Germany? Yes and No
Traditionalists have argued for years over whether they should celebrate Halloween in Germany. In fact, a recent poll shows that 48% of Germans over the age of 35 feel that it displaces German Culture, and many more Germans feel that it is too commercial. But most Germans under 35 have embraced the celebration with open arms, which means it’s probably…
Three Cages in Münster Germany -What was the Anabaptist Rebellion?
One of the more notorious memories of my childhood is the cages in Münster, Germany. Three of them hang from the spire of the St Lamberti church and are visible from all corners of the city, but they also appear in my family’s photo albums. Every time we visited Germany, we would take that photo, the long view down the…
The History of German Christmas Markets- A German Holiday Tradition
Every year, Christmas Markets pop up across Germany at the beginning of the Advent Season, signaling the approach of the Christmas Holidays. Christmas Markets began centuries ago, when regular markets were extended by a few extra days to make the cold season a little more cheerful for chilly Villagers. Goods were probably laid out on the streets or on…
German American Day- A Celebration of German Contributions to America
October 6 is German American Day in the United States. But what is German American Day? Why do we celebrate it? What is the history of this celebration? And what is the significance of October 6? German American Day has been officially part of the National Calendar since 1987, when Ronald Reagan signed Proclamation 5719, declaring October 6 to be…