Bavaria, in the heart of Southern Germany, is world-renowned for its beer, and this region has given birth to an incredible array of brews. But what differentiates the diverse beers of Bavaria, and which kind most perfectly suits your taste? Sit down in a Gasthaus, or visit a BierGarten, and suddenly, you may be faced with a selection of new…
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A Visit to Welfen Kaserne Landsberg by Michael Graber
The Welfenkaserne is a barracks of the Bundeswehr in Landsberg on the Lech in the state of Bavaria. In the barracks there is an underground facility (UTA), which had to be erected by concentration camp prisoners at the end of the Second World War . It now houses the repair center 13 and parts of the Bundeswehr service center Landsberg…
Is Wienerschnitzel German Chicken Fried Steak? Read the “Texas Wienerschnitzel Incident” and Decide for Yourself!
I love origin stories, especially when German culture mixes with American, and you get a whole new legend! So the question came up, “Is Wienerschnitzel just German Chicken Fried Steak?” They are relatively similar, but what is the story behind it? And then, I came across this tale… the Legend of the Texas Wienerschnitzel Incident. Now, I KNOW! Wienerschnitzel is…
The Best Shopping Malls in Germany- Find Everything You Need, and a Few Things You Don’t
Even though going to the Mall isn’t the same mandatory weekly activity that used to be here in America (in fact, recently, WYTV reported that big American retailers are off to a shaky start this year), I LOVE LOVE LOVE to browse the shopping malls in Germany! Many of the shops and stores are along Fussgangerwege (Pedestrian Ways). Even the…
Tips for Germans Moving to America
I often publish articles with tips or helps for people who are moving from America to Germany… but this time, we will flip the situation. Hans Goldstein from The Student Movers in Costa Mesa, CA has been involved in quite a few International moves, and he offers some tips for Germans Moving to America. It’s true… people do drive…
Erdbeerbowle – A Refreshing Summer Strawberry and Wine Punch
Growing up, whenever my family had a larger summer gathering or Grill Party, my mother would make an Erdbeerbowle. This refreshing wine and strawberry punch is perfect on a warm afternoon- sweet and light, but not TOO sweet. Plus, since you add so many strawberries, you can even pretend it’s healthy. (Watch out for the kids, though! When I was…
Visit Kipfenberg Germany- A Little “Sidecar Travel!” with Michael
I want to begin by thanking Michael Graber for sharing these photos from his visit to Kipfenberg, Germany. “Armchair travel” is defined as traveling from the comfort of your chair at home… since Michael is taking us along on a Motorcycle Tour, I’m calling this Sidecar Travel! Michael introduced himself to me as a motorcycle enthusiast who loves taking photos.…
German Star Wars Quotes for May the 4th Krieg der Sterne Day!
“May the Force be with you”… what does that have to do with Germany? not a whole lot. Still, love for Star Wars or Krieg der Sterne, is pretty universal (literally UNIVERSAL), and as we celebrate Star Wars Day, May the Fourth (get it?) I thought it would be fun to share some German Star Wars Quotes, because everyone is…
What Is Walpurgisnacht? And How did An English Nun Become Associated with Witches?
Legends, stories, and traditions featuring witches have long been part of German culture. Think about all the Fairy Tales you heard as a child cautioning you about witches. Witches in Germany date back to the pagan times, before Christianity, and some celebrations and customs still appear in the modern world. Walpurgisnacht or Hexennacht (Witches’ Night) mixes Pagan tradition with a…
Biergarten Cookbook Traditional Bavarian Recipes with a Modern Twist
Biergarten Cookbook Visit any Bavarian Biergarten during the Summer, and you will see people enjoying the mild weather with a Maß of beer and food. But this isn’t an ordinary picnic… you won’t find plain old ham sandwiches and potato chips… Out of baskets and coolers come fresh Salads, grilled Sausages, a variety of dips, pickled veggies and sliced…