9 Great Foods to Try in Germany

Are you a foodie journeying through Germany? Well, you've struck yourself a great deal because Germany is abundant with good food. Here’s our list of 9 great foods to try in Germany.

1. Brez'n

Brez'n is the same as New York's pretzel but only in shape. In taste, it is way better than its twin. It is fresh and soft yet crispy and served with butter. These are made with flour, water and yeast and are sprinkled with salt on top. They serve as amazing snack and are available in all bakeries and street stalls. You can also take them on your day tours.



2. Wurst

Wurst is German for sausage. There are about 1500 different types of sausage made in Germany. Weiner (Viennese) is one type of Wurst which is grilled and then boiled, It’s different, yet bold in its own way. It is basically a sausage served with curry on top.



3. Apfelstrudel

This is one of the most popular desert in Germany. It is like an apple pastry filled with sugar, cinnamon, raisins and breadcrumbs. So, if you have a sweet tooth, you will definitely enjoy this one. The dough of the pastry is thin and crispy. It is best eaten hot or mildly warm.



4. Eintopf

Eintopf is a healthy stew in German cuisine comprising of broth, vegetables, potatoes, pulses, and meat. Germans usually eat this in winters as it keeps the body warm.



5. Kasespatzle

These unique kind of noodles will give you a real taste of Germany. Made from wheat flour and egg, Kasespatzle are served with a generous amount of cheese and roasted onions. This is Germany's own version of mac and cheese. You will find this entrée more in the southern part of the country.



6. Kartoffelpuffer

Kartoffelpuffer is an awesome appetizer. It is a shallow fried golden pancake with ingredients such as potatoes, flour, egg, onion, and seasoning. The best way to eat them is by topping it with apple sauce, blueberries, sugar, and cinnamon.



7. Rote Grutze

The Germans love their desert especially the Rote Grutze which is a red pudding made from black and red currants, rasberries, strawberries, and cherries and cooked to perfection. It is usually presented with cream, vanilla sauce, or milk



8. Schwarzwalder Kirschtorte

Schwarzwalder Kirschtorte is another one of Germany's delightful deserts. It is utmost a black forest cherry cake with layers of chocolate cake, cherries, and whipped cream. It is really doubtful that you would find a cake as fit for a king as you will find in Schwarzwalder Kirschtorte in Germany. It looks absolutely tempting with its whipped cream, chocolate shavings, and cherries on top of it.



9. Schnitzel

If you haven’t had enough of German food, then you must try the Schnitzel. It is a delicious piece of boneless meat cutlet fried with breadcrumbs and served with lemon. There are different styles of Schnitzel which are served differently. So a Hamburg-style Schnitzel is topped with a fried egg and a Holsten-style schnitzel is topped with egg, anchovies, and carpers.

Have you tried any of these foods? Feel free to share your tips and recommendations.

Photo Credits (Flickr Creative Commons): Brez'n by probabilistic/ Wurst by nyaa_birdies_perch/ Apfelstrudel by priscillajp / Eintopf by vauvau / Kasespatzle by Ethan Prater/ Kartoffelpuffer by Seph Swain/ Pudding by Vegan Feast Catering/ Cake by vchili/ Schnitzel by adactio

Five Places to Visit in Berlin

Berlin, the capital city of Germany and is one of the 16 states of the country and it is also the largest city in Germany and the second most populous city. Berlin is known for its rich history and the tourists know Berlin for its lively nightlife, bars, clubs, its many cafés, beautiful street arts, and numerous museums, palaces, and sites of historic interest. There are a lot of things to see and do in the city, so check out Berlin when you visit Germany.

If you’re thinking of visiting this city, check out our list of five places to visit in Berlin.

1. Berlin Wall Memorial - The Berlin Wall was a barrier that was constructed on 13 August 1961 by the German Democratic Republic that divided West Berlin from East Berlin. The wall was finally torn down in 1989. Now the wall is full of beautiful paintings and street art.

Photo Credits (Flickr CC): Berlin Wall by Tracy Hunter

2. Jüdisches Museum – This place is Jewish Museum and it’s a good place to visit if you want to learn about the history of Jews in Germany. The museum has a permanent exhibition on two millennia of German-Jewish history there is also a changing exhibitions and impressive modern architecture by Daniel Libeskind.

Photo Credits (Flickr CC): Jüdisches Museum by rosmary

3. Berliner Dom – This church is the biggest and most impressive in Berlin, the church was built at the turn of the century (19th/20th). Located next to the museum island. The entrance fee is €7 and you can climb on top for a beautiful view over the Berlin center.

Photo Credits (Flickr CC): Berliner Dom by tjuel

4. New Synagogue - The building today houses the Centrum Judaicum foundation which opened in 1995 it is an institution for the preservation of Jewish memory and tradition. Until the infamous Kristallnacht pogrom of November 1938 when the Synagogue was attacked by Nazi thugs and heavily damaged, Jewish citizens had enjoyed full equality and civic rights, enshrined in the 1850 Prussian constitution.

Photo Credits (Flickr CC): New Synagogue by jmv

5. Friedrichswerdersche Kirche - The church is located near Unter den Linden/Museum Island, and the church was finished in 1830 by Schinkel. There is also a nice exhibition inside and the plus side is entry to the place is free.

Photo Credits (Flickr CC): Friedrichswerdersche Kirche by steffenz

These are just some of the places you could see and visit in Berlin. There are much more to see and visit.

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Five Places to Visit in Munich

The city of Munich is the largest and the capital city of the German state of Bavaria and it’s also the third most populous city in the country. Munich is located in the River Isar just north of the Alps of Bavaria. The city is one of the economically most successful and fastest growing cities in the country; the city is very famous for its beautiful architecture, fine culture, and the annual Oktoberfest beer celebration making the city of Munich a one hell of a great destination.

There are so many things to see and do in this city and we’re listing five places to visit in Munich that you shouldn’t miss.

Photo Credits (Flickr CC): Munich by JoeDuck

1. Rauenkirche – The place is a major landmark that was built between the dates of 1468 to 1494 by Jörg Von Halsbach and today serves as the cathedral of the Archdiocese of Munich and Freising and also serves as the seat of its Archbishop. The interior of the cathedral is gorgeous and has the largest hall churches in southern Germany. An attraction that survived is the Teufelsschritt, or commonly known as the Devil's Footstep. This is a black mark that resembles a footprint that which according to legend was where the devil stood when he curiously regarded and ridiculed the 'windowless' church that was built by Halsbach.

2. City Museum of Munich - The museum offers a fascinating dive into the diverse history of Munich. The museum displays an eye-opening display of war torn Munich and also as well as an excellent musical instruments museum and a puppetry museum. A good place to visit if you want to learn more about the city and its struggles during the war.

3. Olympia Park – The Park was the site of the 1972 Olympic Games and now the place serves as a venue for cultural, social, and religious events. It has an Olympic Tower that has an overall height of 291 meters with an observation platform and a revolving restaurant that seats 230 people. The park is a popular retreat for the residents of the city and it is the place where they enjoy raking a walk or rowing on the lake.

4. Schloss Dachau - The castle was constructed around 1100, but was demolished between 1398 and 1403. The new building was designed by Heinrich Schöttl and the construction has begun in 1546 and was completed in 1577. The castle later became the favoured residence of the rulers of Bavaria.

5. Jewish Museum - The place is a newly opened museum that is located at St. Jakobsplatz. The museum has a one permanent exhibition which illuminates the aspects of Jewish history and culture in Munich, A good place to visit to want to learn more about the jews in Germany and their stories during the war.

These are just some of the places that you should check out when you go to Munich. There are plenty more to explore and discover.

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