Originating in Germany and Central Europe centuries ago, the Easter bunny tradition, along with many others, narrates the tale of hiding sweet Easter delights for well-behaved children. It wasn't unti…

Ever had an Almdudler, this Austrian soda with a refreshing blend of grape juice, apple juice, and 32 natural alpine herbs? It's worth a try. The taste is lightly herbal and not too much sweetness whi…

Eating licorice is like a love affair. You either love it or hate it. Growing up in Cologne, Germany, I spent a good deal of my weekly allowance at the corner store to purchase Katjes (licorice cats)…

The Taste of Germany "Milka Special": a combination of 5 Milka flavors, for the price of four (get one for free). When Philipe Suchard launched his chocolate brand Milka (a combination of "Milch" a…

Choose among 33+ different sausages with a variety of flavors and sizes for your Grillabend. Which one is right for you this week? Here's a brief primer on the root of the word "Wurst," our sausag…