One thing you will always find at any German bakery are butter cookies. Kids love them, and Omas always have a stash for the kiddies. They are a great staple for sweet trays around the holidays too, and can be cut into any shape you like. They are definitely one of my guilty pleasures this [...]
I am a huge fan of red cabbage. This is a great way to make it really special. This is best if prepared a day in advance. Difficulty: Moderate. Preparation Time: 2 hours and 20 minutes. Portions: 6. Ingredients: 2 1/2 to 3-pound red cabbage 2 tbsp. butter, or minced bacon 1/3 c. sugar 2 [...]
I just received my newsletter from German Deli advertising their Christmas in a Box Gift Boxes! It reminded me of all the wonderful items my inlaws send us around the holidays. Unfortunately, shipping things of this nature from Germany can be quite pricey for the general public. There are many things we love in our [...]
Christmas is upon us! For anyone closely linked to German culture, that means many things, but one of the top of that list is Glühwein. When we visit Germany around the holidays, everyone knows that Lisa MUST go to at least one Weihnachtsmarkt, and have at least one hot, beautiful, soulful cup of Glühwein. If [...]
Aside from being very expensive, flavored coffee creamers tend to have a lot of unpronounceable ingredients. For some, this time of year is a fine time to flavor one’s coffee. It can be comforting on a cold day, or festive with friends and family over a holiday celebration. So what to do? Make your own! [...]
