For many visitors, one of the first cultural surprises in Germany arrives not at a famous castle or … (More)
Featured Stories
Prinzregententorte – Bavarian Layered Chocolate Cake
Prinzregententorte is a Bavarian torte consisting of several thin layers of sponge cake with chocolate buttercream filling and a topping of apricot jam upon the very last. The exterior is covered in a dark chocolate glaze. Prinzregententorte was created in the honor of Luitpold, the Prince Regent. Luitpold is rather revered by the Bavarians and […]
September 16 in German History
September 16, 1736 Death of Daniel Fahrenheit in The Hague, Netherlands (born in Danzig, Germany (now in Poland). Fahrenheit was a Polish-German-Dutch physicist, engineer, and glass blower who is best known for inventing the alcohol thermometer (1709) and the mercury thermometer (1714), and for developing a temperature scale now named after him. Until the switch […]
German Potato Soup (Kartoffelsuppe)
Ingredients: *-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-* 1 kg potatoes one large leek 2 carrots 1/4 of a celery root one bunch of your favorite greens (dill, parsley) 6–7 cups of chicken broth 4–5 slices of thick cut bacon bacon bat from the cooked bacon 1/4 cup of cream salt and pepper to taste olive oil German Wieners or a […]
He Was the First, or Happy Birthday, Computer!
He Was the First, or Happy Birthday, Computer! Konrad Zuse is considered to be the inventor of the first computer in the world. Z3 — the first fully functional program-controlled electromechanical digital computer in the world — was completed by Konrad Zuse in 1941. Konrad Zuse was born on June 22, 1910, in Berlin. He […]
Advent and Christmas Celebrations in Germany
The Christmas season is a busy one! Celebrating German Advent will help you slow down and enjoy the real reason for the season. Advent is celebrated on the four Sundays before Christmas. The Advent tradition is a religious celebration in preparation for the arrival, or “advent” of the Christ Child (das Christkind) on his “official” […]
Spundekäs
Spundekäs is a Mainz specialty. This is a smooth cheese paste, partly made from quark and seasoned with pepper, salt and sweet paprika. When you order Spundekäs, it will normally come with chopped onion sprinkled on top and with crackers and mini pretzels on the side for dipping. The perfect match is Riesling or Müller-Thurgau […]
Emmy Noether – German Mathematical Genius
Emmy Noether (March 23, 1882 – April 14, 1935) was a German mathematician known for her landmark contributions to abstract algebra and theoretical physics. She was named Amalie, but always called “Emmy”. She was the eldest of four children, but one of only two that survived childhood. Her brother, Fritz also made a career of […]
Rotkohlsalat – Traditional German Recipe
Vibrant, tangy, and full of crunch – Rotkohlsalat, or German red cabbage salad, is a beloved side dish in German homes and kitchens. While red cabbage often stars in warm, braised dishes during the winter months, this fresh version is served raw and marinated, making it a zesty complement to rich meats or hearty potato […]
Labskaus
Labskaus is a Hamburg specialty. It is a dish the sailors cooked on the fishing ships when they were out in the sea for weeks and months. Because there were no fridges or cooling systems on these ships, they had to use long-lasting ingredients such as pickles, red beet, eggs, potatoes, onions and beef that […]
Read More
The New East German Constitution and the Question of Identity
Although the GDR had finally achieved its goal of international recognition with the signing of the Basic Treaty in December 1972, renewed concerns about the stability and identity of the GDR as a … [Read More...]
Authentic Osterkranz Recipe – German Easter Wreath Bread
Easter in Germany is a time of joy, tradition, and delicious baked goods, and Osterkranz is one of the most festive treats. This soft, braided yeast bread, shaped into a circular wreath, is often … [Read More...]
The Nuremberg Trials and Denazification
The Allies agreed that Germany should never again have the opportunity to destroy European peace as it had in the two world wars. A principal aim of the Allies was to prevent the resurgence of a … [Read More...]
The Evolution of German Cinema: From Expressionism to Modern Day
The journey of German cinema is a riveting tale of innovation, resilience, and cultural reflection. Spanning from the silent expressionist masterpieces of the early 20th century to the diverse … [Read More...]
The Tradition of Sylvester in Germany
In Germany, New Year’s Eve is not simply the closing of a calendar. It is Sylvester, a night filled with traditions that reflect centuries of history, layers of folklore, and a cultural instinct for … [Read More...]
German Easter Bunny Recipes
Some last-minute recipes of Easter bunny-shaped cakes and cookies Easter is not all about hard-boiled eggs. You cannot make it with egg salads only! Let's honor Easter rabbit - the one who hides … [Read More...]
German Potato Salad
Bacon gives this warm German potato salad recipe a boost of flavor. The vinegar and sugar dressing on this salad has the perfect combination of salty and sweet. Ingredients: 2 pounds red potatoes 1 … [Read More...]
Markklößchensuppe – Bone Marrow Dumpling Soup
Typical German beef soup with bone marrow dumplings, vegetables, noodles and egg custard, so comforting and delicious! Ingredients: 2 large bread rolls 2 1⁄2 cups bread crumbs 1⁄2 cup finely … [Read More...]
Hutzelbrot – Sweet Winter Bread
Hutzelbrot is a sweet winter bread treat with loads of dried fruit which keeps very well and tastes delicious on its own or with fresh butter at tea time. These fruit loaves have many names: … [Read More...]
Famous German Scientists Who Changed the World (Beyond Einstein!)
When people think of German scientists, Albert Einstein is often the first name that comes to mind. While Einstein’s contributions to physics are monumental, Germany has produced countless other … [Read More...]