European Cuisine, Germany, Main Course, Northern Europe, Recipes, Wurst Deli meats

Bavarian Soul Food: My Homemade Weisswurst Journey

When in Munich, I sometimes meet with relatives who live close by. We walk this beautiful city, perhaps take the Doubledecker tour bus for sightseeing. At the end we make our way over to the Viktualienmarkt to have the famous Weisswurst The Viktualienmarkt is a beer garden situated in the heart of Munich. Here, you can enjoy the renowned Weisswurst. Traditionally, this sausage was eaten … Continue reading Bavarian Soul Food: My Homemade Weisswurst Journey

AngiesWebSeptember 19, 2020February 2, 20261 Comment

Austrian Cheese Spaetzle or Käse Spätzle

Austria, European Cuisine, Germany, Main Course, Northern Europe, Recipes, Side dish, Vegetarian

Käsespätzle: A Taste of Austrian Comfort Food

During a summer holiday in Hallstatt, I tried Käsespätzle, or Käsespatzen as locals called it. Served hot in a rustic pan, the dish featured tender Spätzle noodles layered with grated cheese and topped with golden fried onions. The waiter explained it was typical Austrian comfort food—and I understood why with my first bite. One of my favorite memories from our stay in Hallstatt is the … Continue reading Käsespätzle: A Taste of Austrian Comfort Food

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Breads and Pastry, European Cuisine, General, Germany, Main Course, Recipes, Western Europe

“Toast Hawaii”, a 1980’s Party food

This was Germany’s 70/80th party food. I remember when my older sisters had house parties, and these easy toast with ham, pineapple and cheese open faced sandwiches were a hit. Can be decorated with a cherry in the middle Continue reading “Toast Hawaii”, a 1980’s Party food

AngiesWebNovember 29, 2018February 27, 20242 Comments