Guide to German Food and Drink

Explore the range of authentically German products available in the North American markets.

Beer, Wine and Spirits

Check out the great variety of Germany's iconic beers, wines, and spirits and say Prost ("Cheers" in English) to your fellow drinkers.

Beverages, Non-Alcoholic

Germany's many thirst-quenching beverages include unique coffees, teas, fruit juices, mineral waters and ACE drinks.

Breads and Cereals

To walk into a German bakery is to walk into a food lover's paradise. Bread is taken very seriously in Germany. Learn more about German breads, as well as healthful and delicious German cereals.

Cheese & Dairy

From Schleswig-Holstein to Bavaria, the rich dairy-lands of Germany produce some of the world's finest cheese and dairy products.

Chocolates and Confectionery

What would Easter be without chocolate bunnies and praline eggs, or Christmas without chocolate Santas, Marzipan and chocolate-filled Advent Calendars?

Condiments

From curry ketchup to Düsseldort mustard, Germany produces unique renditions of the flavors that add the spice -- like mustards, horseradish, aged vinegars, mayonnaise, marinades, and sauces.

Cookies and Cakes

Many German cakes and cookies have a rich and colorful history going back many centuries. Cookies, cakes and sweet rich yeast breads are crafted into complex patterns and shapes, often associated with ancient symbolic meanings.

Fish and Fish Products

Germany has only one coastline, but produces a variety of heart-healthy fish products to enjoy in sandwiches, snacks, and dinners.

Fruit Preserves, Jams, Spreads and Honey

Explore Germany's rich selection of wild honeys, spreads, and full fruity jams, many available in North America.

Hams, Sausages, and Meats

Germany's traditional hams and sausages are made from recipes passed down through the generations, and regional variations lend unique flavors that are famous worldwide.

Pasta, Spätzle, and Potato Products

Dumplings, spätzle, pasta and potatoes are served in astounding variety.

Snacks and Snack Foods

Even snack foods come in unique German varieties!

Vegetables & Pickles

Germans are particularly fond of pickles, relishes, and sauerkrauts to complement and enhance their meals.

Wellness, Organic & Natural Foods

Natural and organic foods have a long history in Germany, and the wellness boom is in Germany, too.

Vegetables & Pickles

Germans are particularly fond of pickles, relishes, and sauerkrauts to complement and enhance their meals.

Meals and Manners

Learn what to expect at breakfast, lunch and dinner, and table manners for home and at restaurants.

What's On the Menu

A selection of dishes you might find on German restaurant menus.

Glossary of German Food Words

German food and cooking words from A to Z.

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