Techno Music in the Hunsrück

In late August, thousands of techno music fans will descend on two former US military bases in Germany to enjoy a weekend of repetitive beats, strobe lights, and filled Rhineland-Palatinate dumplings. The “New Horizons” Festival at the Hahn Air Base and the Pydna Missile Base, located in the heart of the Hunsrück, about 80 miles west of Frankfurt, attracts close … Read More »

Easy, Innovative Homemade Ice Cream Recipes

One thing that will always make a hot, sunny day better is a scoop of homemade ice cream in a homemade waffle cone! But what do you do when the ice cream man isn’t in your neighborhood? Why make your own of course! It’s much easier to make ice cream than many believe, and it’s incredibly fun also! Browse our … Read More »

Berlin Doner Kabab, the German Taco

Much like America has adopted the Taco, which has its origins in Mexico, Germany has adopted the Döner Kabab as its own! Döner contains shredded meat wrapped in a warm pita rather than a tortilla. The Döner is Germany’s multicultural portable food trend. Like the taco, once you eat it, it will have you captivated by its delicious flavor! Berliner … Read More »

First Day of School Treats and Traditions

As the first day of school approaches in America, many take a look at some of the back-to school traditions with which they grew up. However, one back to school tradition in Germany is incredibly popular, as it is filled with sweet treats, and is sure to interest any American student! The Schultüte, also known as a Zuckertüte, has been an … Read More »