Germany

Bola de Berlim

Portugal's famous donut got its start in Germany. Ich bin ein Berliner There's an oft-repeated story that President John F.…

9 months ago

It’s time for a mug of smoldering wine

Every year around Christmas, Germans start enjoying Glühwein, a kind of mulled wine that dates back to Roman times. Glühwein…

4 years ago

The most popular fast food in Berlin

Doner Kebab (aka Doner Kebap) has only been available in Germany for 50 years. But, in that time it has…

5 years ago

How the Most Famous Street Food in Berlin Arrived From England (and the U.S. and India)

Currywurst is available on practically every block in Berlin. But, this seemingly quintessential German food only dates to Allied occupation…

5 years ago

Currywurst, Berlin

Vegan currywurst from Curry at the Wall, Berlin (photo: Brent Petersen) Currywurst might be the most popular fast food in…

5 years ago

Attempting to order Irish coffee in Berlin

Photo: Brent Petersen Me: Can I have an Irish coffee? Bartender: We don't have that. Me: Do you have coffee?…

5 years ago

Graffiti in Berlin, Germany

Photo: Brent PetersenPhoto: Brent PetersenPhoto: Brent PetersenPhoto: Brent Petersen There is a thriving underground art scene in Berlin. Here are…

5 years ago