Category: Northern Europe

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

Watching the Almabtrieb spectacle in Austria

The Almabtrieb is an annual event in the Alpine region of southern Europe which takes place in late September, early October. It refers to a cattle drive that brings the cow herd down from the mountain pastures to their barns in the valley During summer, cattle herds feed on alpine pastures high up in the mountains. This practice known as Transhumance, meaning the action of moving livestock … Continue reading Watching the Almabtrieb spectacle in Austria

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

Bauernfrühstück, a German Farmers breakfast

Bauernfrühstück, a wholesome breakfast I grew up with. This recipe is a variation of the classic recipe and takes only 20 minutes to prepare. It includes ingredients such as potatoes, onions, eggs, and bacon or ham. The name Bauernfrühstück originated from the fact that farmers ate a rich and filling breakfast so they can perform hard labor in the field for the day, Today I will … 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

Alsacian Pasta salad

IMO, this Pasta salad is an absolute must have for an outdoor BBQ. It is one of the most popular side dishes and convinces as a party salad as well as a simple lunch or dinner. Here you will find my favorite pasta salad recipe, the one I ate while in the French Alsace (Colmar) region. A classic pasta salad belongs on the barbecue buffet! … Continue reading Alsacian Pasta salad

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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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Elvis Presley in Bad Nauheim by Wikimedia
European Travel, General, Germany, Northern Europe

GI Elvis in Bad Nauheim, Germany

When the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll reported to military duty on 1.Oct.1958 at the Ray Barracks near Bad Nauheim, the local press wrote: “So much noise around this howling Dervish”. A few days after Presley’s arrival, his father Vernon, his grandmother Minnie Mae and the two bodyguards followed. Elvis Presley most popular hits: On the cover of “A Big Hunk o’ Love” Elvis poses … Continue reading GI Elvis in Bad Nauheim, Germany

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Rumtopf (by wikimedia) Sticky post
Austria, Desserts, European Cuisine, Germany, Northern Europe

Rumtopf, a popular dessert, not only for Christmas

Rumtopf is a German and Austrian dessert made of mixed fruit and Rum traditionally eaten around Christmas. It is made by preserving pieces of fruit that have been soaking in Rum for months, to which other fruits are added in the summer and early fall. In Austria the Rumtopf is often made with a strong, spiced Austrian Rum called Stroh.  Each season brings different fruit, … Continue reading Rumtopf, a popular dessert, not only for Christmas

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