Limoncello, Italy

Limoncello & Portofino: A Mediterranean Memory

There are moments in life that shimmer like sunlight on the sea—fleeting, golden, and unforgettable. One of mine happened aboard a Mediterranean cruise, gliding along the Ligurian coast with the breeze in my hair and the promise of Portofino ahead. And there, in a sun-drenched café overlooking the water, I tasted Limoncello—bright, sweet, and bracing. I was served ice-cold in a tiny glass, a perfect … Continue reading Limoncello & Portofino: A Mediterranean Memory

Hot Egg liqueur Punsch, Eierpunsch

Eierpunsch: A Cozy Sip of German Christmas Cheer

Eierpunsch is one of those holiday treats that catches you by surprise. Found at German Christmas markets, it’s a warm, creamy egg punch that feels like a hug in a mug—sweet, spiced, and just boozy enough to make your cheeks glow. Made from egg liqueur, sugar, white wine or Champagne, and a splash of orange juice, it’s often topped with whipped cream and kissed with … Continue reading Eierpunsch: A Cozy Sip of German Christmas Cheer

German Bier glasses

Did German Monks discover the Bier?

We regularly consume beer, knowing that Germans are involved in the global Beer production and can distinguish beer types. Hardly anyone really knows since when the first beer was developed. Many people would answer to this question that it was invented by monks Did the German Monks invent the Bier? Unfortunately, that’s not quite true, monks started brewing beer long ago (1100’s), and as we … Continue reading Did German Monks discover the Bier?