My Sausage and Sauerkraut Life in a Pfefferkuchen world
When it comes to Christmas traditions, every country has its own unique customs and culinary delights. In Germany, one dish that has become synonymous with the festive season is Gänsebraten, or roast goose. This succulent, flavorful dish is a staple on many German Christmas tables and is steeped in history and tradition. Let's delve into... Continue Reading →
THIS POST MAY CONTAIN AFFILIATE LINKS. OPINIONS ARE MY OWN. Every country has its own unique movie Christmas traditions, and of course Germany is no exception. One of the most beloved holiday traditions in Germany is watching the iconic Christmas movie, "Drei Haselnüsse für Aschenbrödel" (Three Hazelnuts for Cinderella, also known as Three Wishes for... Continue Reading →
As the clock strikes midnight on New Year's Eve in Germany, the air is filled with the sound of fireworks, the clinking of glasses, and the laughter of celebration. But there's another sound that's become synonymous with the start of the New Year in many German households: the sizzle of Pfannkuchen frying in a pan.... Continue Reading →
In Germany, the Christmas season is a time of joy, celebration, and, of course, delicious treats. One such treat which has become a beloved part of German Christmas traditions is the Marzipankartoffeln, or marzipan potatoes. These small, potato-like sweets are a delightful blend of marzipan, cocoa powder, and sometimes a hint of rum or rosewater.... Continue Reading →
Germans love to spend time outside in the summer. While many Germans enjoy traveling abroad during Sommerzeit like Spain, Portugal, Italy, Greece or Turkey, others choose to explore their own country. After all Germany has it all - from beaches in the north to picturesque mountains in the south! Today, I want to take you... Continue Reading →
I have only fond memories of growing up in Germany. And many of my summer memories involve the sweet smell of ripe strawberries. It is impossible to walk past a farmer's market, or down a street, or even pass by a grocery parking lot or walk into a grocery store without smelling that incredible fragrance... Continue Reading →
It's that time of year again to dust off those storage bins and break out those decorations which have been up in the attic or stuffed in the back of the closet for almost a year now. Everyone who knows me knows that my year consists of two seasons - summer and Christmastime. Yes, I... Continue Reading →
Nothing says summer, sun, sand, sea and holidays more than der Strandkorb. The iconic beach chair is visible everywhere along the coast in Germany. Strandkörbe an der Ostsee in Germany The word Strandkorb literally means beach basket. It is contructed of wicker, wood, cushions and fabric. The seating area is just big enough for two... Continue Reading →
When we first moved into our new boat dock home about a year ago, I didn't really know what I wanted to do with the living room. All I knew is I wanted shiplap from top to bottom, and I wanted it bright, airy and beachy. Well, the shiplap proved to be more difficult than... Continue Reading →
One German American Girl 