Several years ago I was fortunate to witness the spectacle of raising the Maibaum or Maypole on the most beautiful public square. The Maibaum in Bad Reichenhall at the Florianiplatz is a tradition since the 16th century. The custom symbolizes fertility, the end of the cold season and the beginning of Spring. A town festival with traditional folk dances and a band playing followed. There … Continue reading The tradition of the Maibaum (Maypole)
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On one of my travels driving south of Munich, I stopped by Kloster Andechs, an Abbey near the Ammersee lake. The Andechs Abbey has been an important place of religious pilgrimage since the 10th century. From afar I saw the Zwiebelturm or onion dome of the Andechs pilgrimage church above the Ammersee. The rococo jewel is dedicated to St. Nicholas of Myra and St. Elisabeth … Continue reading Andechs Abbey, a religious pilgrimage site
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Germany’s first Pizzeria is said to have opened in Würzburg 70 years ago. In the early days, it was mainly American soldiers who patronized the business. “At that time, no one knew what pizza actually was – including me,” Janina Di Camillo told the Main-Post, a local newspaper. The success story began, when her husband Nicolino in 1952 opened the first Pizza restaurant in Würzburg. … Continue reading Würzburg is said to be the cradle of Pizza in Germany
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Today’s breakfast featured delicious homemade croissants filled with prosciutto and aged Parmesan cheese. The simple dough, made with flour, butter, and Greek yogurt, can be easily prepared. Optional variations include store-bought puff pastry and alternative fillings such as ham or salami, Emmentaler or Gouda cheese, and additional ingredients like peppers and onions. Continue reading Prosciutto and Parmesan Cheese Croissants
Greek Yogurt Peach Muffins have a moist and tender texture with a slight tanginess. I used Greek Yoghurt as a substitute instead of the German Quark. The addition of diced peaches adds a juicy burst of flavor and sweetness to the muffins. The muffins are soft and fluffy, making them a delightful treat for breakfast or as a snack. The combination of the moist crumb … Continue reading Moist and tender Greek Yoghurt Peach Muffins
“Falscher Hase” or in German False Hare, refers to a meatloaf with boiled eggs placed inside. Depending on the regional origin, the minced meat mass might be seasoned differently. The ingredients can include for example, onions, bacon cubes or Mediterranean spices such as rosemary, and garlic. Tip: If you like Greek food, you can also try my recipe using sheep’s cheese instead of eggs. Different … Continue reading “Falscher Hase” German Meatloaf
The Streusel (Crumb) Pudding cake meets all the criteria for a great afternoon coffee cake. It’s easy to bake, taste great and is enough for everyone at the Kaffeeklatsch. If you like, you could add fruit or berries, for this recipe I used tart cherries. To save time, the Pudding and Streusel can be made a day before and refrigerated. Dr. Oetger Vanilla Pudding (cooking … Continue reading Streusel (Crumb) Pudding cake
Start your day right with a prep-ahead Broccoli-Cheese casserole. Packed with broccoli, zucchini, cheese, ham, and eggs, it’s a delicious low-carb option. For a heartier meal, consider adding a pie crust or toasted bread at the bottom, but be sure to pre-bake the crust to avoid sogginess. Continue reading Broccoli-Cheese Breakfast Casserole
