Here is everything for the major US holidays: sweet and savory recipes, DIYs, sewing and knitting tutorials and so much more.
Growing up in Germany, apple dessert meant my grandmother’s cake, made with apples from her own trees, and baked apples at Christmastime. I have lived in America for over 30 years now, and every fall, as soon as apples are in season, I still bake the German way. In this roundup of apple recipes for…
These Linzer cookies (Linzer Kekse) are traditional Austrian and German jam-filled sandwich cookies. I make them every year, and they always look so bright and festive on a Christmas cookie plate next to Vanillekipferl, Zimtsterne, and Spekulatius. If you’re looking for a classic Christmas cookie that looks impressive but is surprisingly easy to make, these Linzer cookies…
No Christmas season would be complete without German spice cookies, Spekulatius Kekse. They are delicately carved, spice-forward cookies that make your home smell like the holidays. Spekulatius Kekse are cozy, aromatic shortcrust-style cookies made with a deeply fragrant spice mix, and this homemade version gives you all that nostalgic winter flavor with a beautifully crisp bite…
Whether you want some German egg liqueur, also called Eierlikör, for sipping or for baking, this recipe gives you a rich, velvety liqueur that’s incredibly easy to make at home – and so much better than store-bought! You may have seen Dutch Advocaat egg liqueur or something similar in stores, but it can be pricey—and…
Vanillekipferl are an essential part of any dessert platter or cookie tin during the Christmas season. These delicate German cookies will wow you with their delicious flavor and melt-in-your-mouth texture. Whether you’re baking them as a gift or to enjoy with loved ones, these classic German cookies will bring a touch of old-world charm to…
A raclette dinner is always a hit, and for good reason! Imagine a cozy evening filled with gooey, melted cheese, delicious toppings, and endless conversation as everyone gathers around the table. Whether you’re planning a date night, hosting a dinner party with family and friends, or looking for something for special occasions, this traditional Swiss…
You will love this classic and absolutely delicious recipe—roast goose, complete with rich, savory gravy and a side of perfectly braised red cabbage. This dish is a true showstopper, perfect for the holidays or any special occasions. I’ll guide you through each step, so you’ll end up with tender, juicy goose, that you will make…
Find out how easy and inexpensive it is to make vanilla sugar, why you might need it, and in what recipes to use it! Homemade vanilla sugar is so easy to make that it’s almost not worth dedicating a whole post to it. Well, almost. In this post, I am showing you how you can…
Rotkohl, or braised cabbage, is one of the most popular cabbage side dishes in Germany, with its delicious sweet and sour flavor. I am very excited to share my family’s braised red cabbage recipe that we have been making every year! Even though I have occasionally tried Rotkohl from a jar, I can tell you…