Ingredients FOR THE FILLING: You will need to marinade raisins in rum, water, sugar and lime juice a week before making this dessert. Allow for a spoon full of raisins, one teaspoon rum, a sip of lime juice, one spoon of water and 1/4 teaspoon of sugar per person. IfContinue Reading
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Making your own holidays gifts is not only a great way to save some money this time of year, but is a wonderful way to have some fun with your family!Continue Reading
Story by Nicole Karsch-Meibom Photo by Bochkarev Photography / Shutterstock.com If you haven’t tasted it yet, go ahead! Stollen — or German Christmas bread — is a holiday season must-have. With almonds, fruits, and marzipan, this cake is a typical Advent delight in Germany. The “Christstollen,” as it’s properly calledContinue Reading
This holiday season try a tasty delight, Christmas Whiskey Pecans! The recipe is simple and the ingredients are minimal. Continue Reading
For this holiday season make your very own White Christmas Sangria with a Pinot Grigio. Then sit back, relax, and enjoy!Continue Reading
What do we need? (Recipe is for four persons) • 500 grams feta cheese • 1 bell pepper (or…if you can get them, take these little bell pepper mix boxes to add a little more color to your meal) • 8 to 10 vine tomatoes • 4 green peperoni • 4 small shalottes (Continue Reading
Christmas and holiday cookie traditions seem to be high on almost everyone’s to-do list. These are sweet treats we indulge in as well as pass around to family, friends and neighbors.Continue Reading
Story by Ruth Cuevas Featured photo by Photo by Wolfgang Zwanzger / shutterstock.com Anyone who’s stood amidst the glow of a Weihnachtsmarkt or Christmas market knows that the holiday season in Germany is special. Sadly, Christmas markets will not be a part of this year’s holiday charm but there areContinue Reading
Ingredients (for 4 people) 2 red bell peppers 1 yellow bell pepper 2 zucchinis 2 large onions 1 large eggplant 1 pound tomatoes 4 tablespoons olive oil 2 cloves garlic, minced Salt and pepper to taste 2 tablespoons dried oregano ¼ teaspoon sugar 6 stalks basil ½ pound goat cheeseContinue Reading
Ingredients (for 4 people) 1 lamb shank marinated in 1 bottle of dry red wine for 3 days without the skin English mustard powder – at your local economy grocery store White bread crumbs (made from approximately 12 pieces of toast without the crust. This needs to dry for 3Continue Reading
‘This year,’ I confidently told my wife, Amy, when our children were very young and squirmy and clingy and generally as manageable as a bag of tadpoles, ‘we are going to beat the Thanksgiving chaos!’ ‘How’s that gonna happen?’ she asked wearily, picking up a crying child and disengaging anotherContinue Reading
There is no need to be frustrated again when wanting to order off a German menu. This simple cheat sheet on dining out in Germany includes information on restaurants, German dishes, customs, paying and more. Continue Reading
Ingredients for 4 people: • 1 whole chicken, cooked, deboned, skin removed, and meat cut in bite size pieces • 2 liters of chicken broth • 2 large carrots, peeled and sliced • 1 leek stalk, washed and sliced • 1 large onion, peeled and fine’, diced • 3 celeryContinue Reading
Five themes to consider documenting in a scrapbook for a future stroll down memory lane.Continue Reading
Ingredients (for 4 people) 1 large leek, cut lengthways and then into ¼ inch slices 6 tablespoons oil 1 cup diced Black Forest ham 2 cups elbow noodles, raw 4 cups vegetable broth 2 cups cherry tomatoes, cut in half Salt, pepper, paprika and chili to taste 1-2 teaspoon driedContinue Reading
One of the healthiest activities and habits in Germany is hiking! Germany is dedicated to creating, supporting and maintaining spectacular trails. Grab your boots and be awed! Continue Reading
Time to don a Dirndl or Lederhosen and party like a German. Follow our guide to traditional dress and you won’t go too far wrong…Continue Reading
This fall season try this excellent and simple soup recipe to warm you up. It’s a delicious German tomato soup with a Spanish twist! Continue Reading
Winter is Coming. Now you live in the country of efficiency, you might as well go native and start planning your winter preparations now.Continue Reading
It’s that time of year….fall is here and the pumpkins are ready! Here is a very simple recipe for some sweet and delicious Pumpkin Soup.Continue Reading
Story and photos by Jaqueline Samad No matter the weather, this outing in the Pfälzer Wald (Palatinate Forest) is ideal whether you are with your partner, children, a dog or alone. This trip to the Humbergturm (Humberg Tower) is the ideal place to recharge your batteries and relax in theContinue Reading
cover photo by Igor Normann / shutterstock.com Halloween is a fun time for the whole family, including the dogs, as long as you take certain precautions. Halloween for dogs could potentially be a very stressful and unpleasant time for them. Human treats One of our all-time favourite Halloween treats – chocolate – isContinue Reading
This Autumn Pumpkin Chilli is a tasty dish and economical to make. It’s a fitting dish to warm up a crowd of excited football fans from the inside out! Continue Reading
Story and photos by Anna Foster Supplies: 3yds Felt Scissors Sewing machine or hand sewing needle and thread Ribbon This fun, hooded cape is perfect for the little Elf or Hobbit in your life. The same pattern can be used in red for Little Red Riding Hood and could beContinue Reading
Story and photos by Anna Foster Age: 3-Adult Supplies: Water color Coffee filters Spray starch You can bring the fall colors inside this autumn with a fun all-ages craft. The more you mix up your colors, the better the leaves come out! Once you have assembled your supplies and aContinue Reading
The Porsche Museum is a car enthusiast’s haven with its incredible architecturally designed building that houses interactive and informative exhibitions.Continue Reading
The unassuming town of Schwetzingen is full of surprises with surrounding by beauty. Be astounded with a castle, spectacular gardens, world-renowned music fests, enchanting neighboring cities and more.Continue Reading
Be allured by the gorgeous town of Baden-Baden with its day spas, Roman Bath Ruins and Himalayan Sea Salt Grottos. Also take a stroll through this rejuvenating haven that welcomes in the Black Forest National Park.Continue Reading
Ingredients (for 4 people) 1 ½ pound potatoes Salt for boiling potatoes 2 cloves garlic for boiling potatoes 1 ½ pounds salmon cubed into 1-inch squares ½ cup chives 2 cups milk 1 cup cherry tomatoes, stems removes, cut in ¼-inch pieces 2 tablespoons butter Fresh ground nutmeg to tasteContinue Reading
Berchtesgaden is located in the German Alps near the border of Austria. Home to the Berchtesgaden National Park, the third largest mountain in Germany and a glacial lake, you can find a ton of outdoor activities to keep the whole family busy all week or weekend long.Continue Reading
This post was supposed to be a fun take on making Krapfen at home to celebrate Fasching. But I’m going to level with you, things took a turn!Continue Reading
For centuries, artists, poets and writers have been drawn to the small villages along the banks of the Rhine River as a source of tranquility and inspiration.Continue Reading
If you live in the Stuttgart area, you can visit three countries-in-a-day.This ultimate day trip may sounds exhausting, but it definitely will be worth it and unforgettable! Continue Reading
We asked The Used Car Guys to share their ‘Local Secrets’ of things to do within an hour’s drive of Kaiserslautern. Here’s their list…Continue Reading
Rothenburg makes a perfect place for a day trip with all its beauty, history and more. If you haven’t been before or would like to know the highlights, here is a personal walk through this endearing town.Continue Reading
Sigmaringen has cultural, historic landmarks, and most definitely warrants your visit! It has picturesque scenery, a castles, great food and so much more. Continue Reading
You’ve been meaning to add new words to your German vocabulary, want to get to know key parts of Bavarian culture or you’re simply looking to learn some fun facts about Bavaria? Look no further, as this article will provide you with all kinds of general and niche knowledge onContinue Reading
Story and photos by Corinna Pongracz The other day, my little honey came home from a friend’s place and was super excited about a dreamcatcher that she saw in her friend’s room. A dreamcatcher that could catch nightmares and bad dreams, leaving only the good ones to pass through. SheContinue Reading
Story and photos by Corinna Pongracz Who doesn’t dream of some magical little fairy cleaning and tidying up the flat overnight or while you’re at work? I know I sure do. In this post, I’ll tell you about a few of my tidying tips that help me to get aContinue Reading