Culture

The story behind Berlin’s Ampelmännchen (Traffic Light Man) dates back to the era of the divided city during the Cold War. The iconic figure was created in East Germany in…

Black Forest cake, also known as Schwarzwälder Kirschtorte in German, is a delicious and popular dessert that originated in the Black Forest region of Germany. It is named after the…

Kartoffelsuppe is a traditional German soup made with potatoes. The name “Kartoffelsuppe” translates to “potato soup” in English. It is a hearty and comforting soup that is popular in Germany…

A Schnitzel is a popular German dish that originated in Austria and is also commonly found in other Central European countries. It typically consists of a thin, boneless meat cutlet…

Sauerkraut is a fermented cabbage dish that is popular in German cuisine and other Central European cultures. The name “sauerkraut” translates to “sour cabbage” in English. It is made by…

Spätzle is a type of soft egg noodle that is a staple in German cuisine, particularly in the southern regions of Germany. It is also popular in Austria and Switzerland.…

Currywurst is a popular German fast food dish that has become an iconic part of German culinary culture. It is essentially a bratwurst (pork sausage) that is typically steamed, fried,…

Apfelstrudel is a traditional Austrian and German pastry that has gained popularity worldwide. It consists of a thin and flaky pastry dough filled with a mixture of thinly sliced apples,…

Germany’s new rappers are the clean-cut boys next door. But are they really rappers? Who cares! They’re selling plenty of tickets and merchandise, and even sharing the stage with their…

The federal President of Germany is the German head of state. On paper that makes him the most powerful political figure in Germany. His main responsibilities and actions are, however,…