Mespelbrunn moated castle, Bavaria, Spessart

European History, European Travel, Germany, Northern Europe

The romantic picturesque Mespelbrunn Castle

Sometimes, when arriving at the Frankfurt Airport and driving on the Autobahn to Würzburg, I stop by the Mespelbrunn palace built in 1569. The moated castle, also called Wasserschloss, is located in north Bavaria between Aschaffenburg and my hometown Würzburg The castle has gained worldwide fame due to its picturesque appearance and romantic location. In May 1, 1412, the Archbishop Johann von Mainz gave the … Continue reading The romantic picturesque Mespelbrunn Castle

AngiesWebMay 10, 2023May 1, 2024

Nuremberg Gingerbread, Elisen, Lebkuchen

Cookies, European Cuisine, Germany, Northern Europe, Recipes

Authentic “Nürnberger Lebkuchen” (Gingerbread)

The Nuremberg or Nürnberger Lebkuchen manufacturers have always baked, not only for the needs of the Nuremberg residents, but also for long-distance trade. Nuremberg gingerbreads went “all over the world” on old trade routes and with them the good reputation Continue reading Authentic “Nürnberger Lebkuchen” (Gingerbread)

AngiesWebNovember 30, 2021December 26, 2023

Martin Glas Heimatphotographie Der Riese Miltenberg

European Travel, Germany, Northern Europe

The”Giant” in Miltenberg

The „Zum Riesen” was documented as a Medieval Hostel, and is now operated as a Hotel. The “Giant” can justifiably be called The Oldest Royal Hostel in Germany. Dr. Ph. Madler mentions in his 1865 historical memorabilia of the Inn “Zum Riesen”, that Charles IV took quarters there for eight days in February 1368. Continue reading The”Giant” in Miltenberg

AngiesWebNovember 14, 2021April 16, 2023

European History, European Travel, Germany, Northern Europe

A fascinating view from the Engelberg Monastery

Every so often, when in the Miltenberg area, we take a hike up the Engelberg mountain. Climbing up the 612 Engelstaffen” or Angel steps, we have a breathtaking view of Grossheubach below Once we reach the top of the mountain we’d walk the grounds of the Franciscan monastery and take a seat at a Biergarten to enjoy the local Franconian drinks and eats. The Engelberg … Continue reading A fascinating view from the Engelberg Monastery

AngiesWebNovember 9, 2021May 15, 2023

Mainpost Article that wine bottle 1905 was found

European Travel, General, Germany, Northern Europe

An empty Bocksbeutel wine bottle from 1905 was found in NY City

An exciting day for the people of Würzburg. The Bocksbeutel wine bottle that was found in NY City carried the Coat of Arms of the Bürgerspital in Würzburg Some well known Vintners of Würzburg researched the archives and found something interesting. An old price list from 1910 had with all probability the wine listed that was found from the year 1904. A “Würzburger Stein” from … Continue reading An empty Bocksbeutel wine bottle from 1905 was found in NY City

AngiesWebOctober 24, 2021April 16, 2023

European Cuisine, Germany, Northern Europe, Recipes, Side dish, Vegetable

Wirsinggemüse, a creamed Savoy Cabbage dish from the Franconia region

I was in the vegetable section of the grocery store the other day and found a Savoy Cabbage. I remembered that my mother used to make a creamed Cabbage vegetable dish at family gatherings. Continue reading Wirsinggemüse, a creamed Savoy Cabbage dish from the Franconia region

AngiesWebJuly 10, 2021February 8, 2024

Osterbrunnen, decorated Easter fountain by P. Eckert

European Travel, General, Germany, Western Europe

“Osterbrunnen”, the decorated Easter Fountains in Franconia

Decorating an “Osterbrunnen” is a German tradition of sprucing up public fountains with garlands and painted eggs for Easter. It began in the early 20th century in the Upper Franconia (Fränkische Schweiz) but also has spread to other regions. The decoration is usually kept from Good Friday until two weeks after Easter Continue reading “Osterbrunnen”, the decorated Easter Fountains in Franconia

AngiesWebMarch 27, 2021April 1, 2024

European Cuisine, Germany, Northern Europe, Recipes, Side dish

A Chicken Stuffing from my Childhood

My mother’s stuffing recipe was given down through generations. It can be eaten with any poultry, including Turkey. The chicken liver is optional, and in my case it brings back memories to my Bavarian and Franconian roots Continue reading A Chicken Stuffing from my Childhood

AngiesWebNovember 18, 2020November 22, 2023