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Lisbon, Portugal: A Journey Through History, Culture, and Flavor
Lisbon has long been a fascinating destination on my bucket list, and I was thrilled to finally explore this lively and captivating capital of Portugal. I found it to be a city where history meets modernity where every corner tells a story. We took a Tuk-Tuk ride through the Alfama District, explored the São Jorge Castle, took the Santa Justa Elevator and more….. Arriving in … Continue reading Lisbon, Portugal: A Journey Through History, Culture, and Flavor
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Fleischsalat: A Taste of Home from Germany
Whenever I’m away from Germany, there’s one thing I crave almost immediately: Fleischsalat. That creamy, tangy meat and pickle salad is the first thing I buy from the local butcher as soon as I arrive back in my hometown of Würzburg. It’s not fancy, but it’s deeply satisfying—comfort food in its purest form. There’s something about the way the butcher prepares it: the perfect balance … Continue reading Fleischsalat: A Taste of Home from Germany
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A Step Back in Time: My visit to Pfunds Dairy in Dresden
Back in 2010, while exploring the elegant city of Dresden, I stumbled upon a place that felt like a scene from a storybook—Pfunds Molkerei, a historic Dairy shop. I had read whispers of its beauty, but nothing prepared me for the moment I stepped through the door. The air was cool and fragrant with the scent of fresh cream and aged cheese. But what truly … Continue reading A Step Back in Time: My visit to Pfunds Dairy in Dresden
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The town of Buttenheim has a legacy, the famous Levi Strauss
The approx. 3000 inhabitants of Buttenheim did not suspect for a long time that Levi Strauss originally came from there. Only a letter from America, which asked the then mayor in 1983 for information about the birthplace of the jeans inventor, triggered intensive research. An entry in the birth register of the Buttenheim Jewish community and an emigration certificate from the Bamberg State Archives finally proved that Levi Strauss spent his first 18 years of life in Buttenheim. Continue reading The town of Buttenheim has a legacy, the famous Levi Strauss
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Hometown Wuerzburg, Charming Blend of History, Culture, and Scenic Beauty
Every now and then we visit my hometown Würzburg. We rent a little vacation home, only 10 km down the river in Veitshöchheim, the town where I spent my childhood. Continue reading Hometown Wuerzburg, Charming Blend of History, Culture, and Scenic Beauty
Delicious Meat filled Polish Potato dumplings (Kluski)
I encountered these little meat filled Potato Dumplings known as “Kluski Śląskie z farszem” at a Polish grocery store near me in the US. Often referred to as Pyzy z Mięsem, they can be found packaged in the freezer or refrigerated aisle. These small round dumplings resemble my Bavarian Potato Dumplings (Knödel), though they are smaller in size. At home, I boiled them gently and … Continue reading Delicious Meat filled Polish Potato dumplings (Kluski)
The Historic Bratwurstküche in Nürnberg
There are places you visit for the food, and places you visit for the story. There are rare gems like the Historic Bratwurstküche „Zum Gulden Stern“ in Nürnberg. Here, both the food and the story are so deeply intertwined. You can’t quite tell where one ends and the other begins. Tucked away in a quiet corner of the old town, the little half-timbered house appears … Continue reading The Historic Bratwurstküche in Nürnberg
Osso Buco: A Taste of Milan in my Kitchen
There are certain dishes that feel like they carry entire cities within them—aromas that whisper of cobblestone streets, slow afternoons. The kind of cooking that insists you pause and savor life. For me, Osso Buco, a veal shank, is one of those dishes. Every time I make it, I’m transported straight back to the Antica Trattoria della Pesa in Milan They served Ossobuco on the … Continue reading Osso Buco: A Taste of Milan in my Kitchen
Baking the perfect German Rolls with Kochstück
Whenever I return to Germany, I always stop by the local bakery. There’s something comforting about walking into a Bäckerei in the morning — the scent of fresh bread and the bustle of regulars picking up their seeded German Rolls baked with a Kochstück. My favorites, these rolls are hearty and nutty, topped with sesame, poppy, or flax seeds. They’re nourishing and satisfying, perfect with … Continue reading Baking the perfect German Rolls with Kochstück
Thin European Oatmeal Cookies (Haferkekse)
European Oatmeal cookies or Haferkekse have a charm all their own. They’re lighter, crispier, and more rustic than the thick, chewy American versions — the kind of cookie you’d find in a small bakery tucked along a cobblestone street, or on grandmother’s kitchen table. They’re simple, honest, and full of the kind of flavor that comes from toasting oats in real butter and letting the … Continue reading Thin European Oatmeal Cookies (Haferkekse)
Creamy Honey Mustard— A Taste of Passau’s Christmas Market
There are flavors that linger long after the moment has passed — and for me, one of those came from a quiet corner of the Passau Christmas market. I was wandering between stalls, the scent of roasted nuts and mulled wine in the air, when I came across something unexpected: flame-grilled Salmon, served on a cedar plank, with a dollop of Creamy Honey Mustard on … Continue reading Creamy Honey Mustard— A Taste of Passau’s Christmas Market
How to Make Bienenstich Cookies Step-by-Step
Some recipes feel like treasures, and Bienenstich or German Bee Sting Cake has always been one of them. Yet, during the holidays, I often crave something smaller and shareable. That’s how these Bienenstich cookies came to be: all the flavor of the original in a delicate little treat. These cookies capture everything I love about the traditional cake — the honey‑almond crunch, the buttery base, … Continue reading How to Make Bienenstich Cookies Step-by-Step
Polish Donut “Pączki” with a Bavarian Twist
Every now and then, a simple grocery store discovery sends me down a delightful culinary rabbit hole. That’s exactly what happened when I spotted a traditional Polish Donut named “Pączki“. These plump donuts, dusted with sugar and filled with jam, instantly caught my eye. They reminded me of the filled Krapfen I grew up with in Bavaria, yet they richer and have their own distinct … Continue reading Polish Donut “Pączki” with a Bavarian Twist
