Born and grown up in Germany, I like explore the culture and cuisine of places in Europe. Once back home in my kitchen, I recreate the recipes from my travels. Besides globetrotting, my hobbies are baking (cooking), painting and glass mosaic art
I have lived half of my life in Germany and traveled extensively the last 20 years. I had someone ask me the other day, which town in Germany has the most “Old Town feel”. Usually when I get asked, people refer to the historic town centers that have retained much of their medieval charm, which entails cobble stone streets, half timbered homes (Fachwerk) and historical … Continue reading The most charming, historic Towns in Germany
Monschau is an idyllic town within ancient walls, a medieval townscape with well preserved half-timbered houses, narrow streets and cobblestones.
Monschau is is also known to be the cultural centre of the entire Eifel region Continue reading Monschau and it’s rich history
Bienenstich (Bee Sting Cake) consists of two layers of yeast cake with a creamy filling and a crunchy honey-almond topping. The sweetness of the filling and topping is balanced out by the yeast used in the dough Continue reading Bee Sting Bliss: Baking a German Bienenstich Cake
A Taste of Tradition: German Egg Salad with Fresh Dill There’s something joyful about discovering fresh herbs during the colder months—particularly in November when an indoor farmers market presents you with aromatic bunches of dill. I couldn’t help but take two home, stashing one in the freezer for wintertime soups and stews, while allowing the other to inspire a traditional comfort: German Egg Salad. This … Continue reading Authentic German Egg Salad with Dill
If you enjoy Liverwurst or Liver Dumpling soup, you’ll likely love Liver Spaetzle, known in German as Leberspätzle. This dish is a traditional variation of Spaetzle and is commonly found in Bavaria and Swabia. It is frequently featured in a robust Liver Spaetzle soup or sautéed with onions The recipe for Liver Spaetzle is straightforward to prepare at home and can play a central role … Continue reading Bavarian Leberspätzle (Liver Spaetzle)
I don’t know what possessed me today. Maybe it was the crisp Autumn air, maybe the golden leaves swirling outside—or maybe it was the shiny new Spätzle maker I picked up at a warehouse sale. Whatever it was, I found myself in the kitchen, apron on, ready to try something new: Pumpkin Spätzle, shaped as Knöpfle—those charming little buttons made of dough that are as … Continue reading Delicious Pumpkin Spätzle Recipe for Autumn
My daughter and I enjoyed some beautiful, sunny days early October in the vicinity of Füssen near the King Ludwig II castles. Since Neuschwanstein was under renovation, we were looking forward to take a tour through Hohenschwangau castle, which was also Ludwig’s and Otto’s childhood home. Nestled in the shadow of its famous neighbor Neuschwanstein, Hohenschwangau Castle quietly reigns with its own regal charm. Our … Continue reading King Ludwig II childhood castle, Hohenschwangau
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
