Author: AngiesWeb

I am born and lived half of my life in Germany (Bavaria), and then the South East of the US. I like to travel, especially in Europe and enjoy the different cultures and the cuisine. I also love to cook, so when I am home, I write about my adventures and recreate the recipes I was served in Restaurants while abroad. I also paint, mainly scenes the landscape and architecture and also have a passion in making Glass Mosaic art (GermaniaDesign.com). I started this Blog because my friends and family have been asking me about my travel adventures and pictures. My Motto: I travel not to escape Life, but for Life not to escape me
Historic half-timbered homes in Idstein
European History, European Travel, Germany, Northern Europe

Idstein’s Historic Charm

While staying at a cozy hotel just west of Frankfurt, I found myself flipping through a stack of brochures at the reception desk one quiet morning. One in particular caught my eye—it featured a picturesque town called Idstein, nestled in the rolling hills of Hesse. Idstein is part of the Deutsche Fachwerkstraße (Timber-Frame Road), connecting towns with fine Fachwerk buildings and houses. The brochure promised a beautifully preserved Altstadt, … Continue reading Idstein’s Historic Charm

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Angie on the Zugspitze, Germany's highest mountain
European Travel, Germany, Northern Europe

To the Zugspitze with my daughter

During the first week of October 2023, my daughter Patricia and I spent five beautiful days in Oberammergau, nestled in the heart of the Bavarian Alps. The air was crisp, the leaves just beginning to turn, and the mountains wrapped us in their timeless embrace. On one particularly warm Saturday, with skies so blue they looked painted, I decided to try once more to reach … Continue reading To the Zugspitze with my daughter

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Viehscheid, bringing the cows down to the valley
Austria, European Travel, Germany, Switzerland, Western Europe

Almabtrieb: A Celebration of Alpine Traditions

The Almabtrieb is a picturesque and culturally rich tradition in the Alpine regions of southern Europe. Think of Austria, Switzerland, Germany, Liechtenstein, and northern Italy. It’s not just a cattle drive; it’s a celebration of rural life, seasonal rhythms, and community spirit. It refers to a cattle drive. This event brings the cow herd down from the mountain pastures every end of September. I was … Continue reading Almabtrieb: A Celebration of Alpine Traditions

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Bauernfrühstück, a German Farmers breakfast
European Cuisine, Germany, Northern Europe, Recipes

Bauernfrühstück, a German Farmers breakfast

Some dishes feel like home from the very first bite. For me, Bauernfrühstück—literally “Farmer’s Breakfast”—is one of those. It’s the kind of hearty, rustic meal I grew up with, the kind that filled the kitchen with the scent of sizzling bacon and onions, and made mornings feel warm and grounded. This dish was born out of practicality. Farmers needed something rich and filling to fuel … Continue reading Bauernfrühstück, a German Farmers breakfast

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European History, European Travel, General, Germany, Northern Europe

An iconic landmark, the Felsenkirche of Idar-Oberstein

The Felsenkirche in Idar-Oberstein, Germany, is an iconic landmark in the region and has a rich history that dates back several centuries. The Chapel was established around 1350 a.D. to serve as a place of worship for the miners working in the nearby gemstone mines. The church is perched on a rocky outcrop, offering panoramic views of the surrounding landscape. The actual church was built … Continue reading An iconic landmark, the Felsenkirche of Idar-Oberstein

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Beef Stroganoff
European Cuisine, Main Course, Northern Europe, Recipes

Beef Stroganoff, a favorite in our house

I have seen Stroganoff prepared at eating venues in all variations, even by Star chefs. I’ve really never eaten this dish at a restaurant, so today I’ve planned to prepare this meal at my house to satisfy my husbands cravings. Traditionally, beef stroganoff is made with tender cuts of beef such as filet mignon, sirloin, top round or ribeye steaks. These cuts are flavorful and … Continue reading Beef Stroganoff, a favorite in our house

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Alsacian Pasta salad
European Cuisine, France, Northern Europe, Recipes, Salads, Side dish

Delicious Alsatian Pasta Salad Recipe

There’s something about a good pasta salad that makes it the star of any outdoor gathering. The Alsatian Pasta salad is perfect for a sunny barbecue and it suits a casual lunch on the terrace too. This dish always delivers comfort, color, and flavor. I first fell in love with this particular pasta salad while visiting the French Alsace region, in the charming town of … Continue reading Delicious Alsatian Pasta Salad Recipe

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Berchtesgaden Watzmann Mountain
European History, General, Germany, Northern Europe

The Berchtesgaden Watzmann Legend

The Watzmann mountain is not only Berchtesgaden’s landmark, it is also shrouded in famous legends and myths. Even today, the peaks of the massif are referred to as a family The Watzmann itself, with its 2713 meters of the middle peak, highest inner-German peak, as well as the Kleine (small) Watzmann known as the Watzmannfrau, and its 2307 meter frame with the smaller peaks, the … Continue reading The Berchtesgaden Watzmann Legend

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