Nutella and Opa – One quick glance at my backside, and you will see that my love affair with that sinfully, chocolatey, delicious hazelnut spread has gone on for a long time. REALLY long time. My parents emigrated to America from Germany in the 1960’s, shortly before I was born. They left everyone behind, and headed for the promised land…
Category: German Products I Love
Products that remind me of “home”
The German Cold Cut Expedition- Fred Reich and Hickory Sweet
When I was a child, German Cold Cuts (Aufschnitt) such as Schinken, Cervelat, Fleischwurst, and Leberwurst had to be on the table. Not Bologna Not Roast Turkey or Roast Beef My family ate Zungenwurst, Blutwurst, and Mettwurst and Gelbwurst. Sadly, the deli department of our local grocery store didn’t carry anything like that. So mom had to go further out to…
Berg Pedal Karts – German Pedal Cars for ALL Ages!
Berg Pedal Karts are so much fun! When we were in Germany a few years ago our family was introduced to these large Pedal Cars that can be used by people of all ages. Kids in the area we visited were riding them on walking paths, sidewalks and bike trails. Adults were even using them pick up groceries and to…
Roemer Glass- Green Stemmed German Wine Glasses
What is Roemer Glass? These traditional German wine glasses with green stems are used to serve delicious wines from the Rhine or Moselle regions. We had a set in our home while I was growing up, and my family in Germany has them. I’d bet that most German families have a set in the Schrank. I even have a few…