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The Truth About Germany: German Cuisine

April 26, 2009
https://p.dw.com/p/Hegs

Traditional German food is considered by many to be heavy and fatty with meat and sausage dishes accompanied by fried potatoes or sauerkraut. While German fare remains popular, a new generation of chefs is giving the country's cuisine a modern makeover. Moreover, German food is also varied with many regional specialties.

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Next week we'll be looking back at the seventies. But now it's up to date with Michael Wigge on his endless search for the truth about Germany. There are many cliches about this country not least the cuisine. Before I came to live here I thought it must be all sauerkraut and sausages but it definitely isn't. I shall say no more, let's see what conclusions about German cuisine Wigge comes up with.
April 26, 200904:36 min

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Traditional German food is considered by many to be heavy and fatty with meat and sausage dishes accompanied by fried potatoes or sauerkraut. While German fare remains popular, a new generation of chefs is giving the country's cuisine a modern makeover. Moreover, German food is also varied with many regional specialties.
April 26, 200904:52 min