Pleasing the palate in Germany

Grocery shopping or out to dinner? Germany has much more to offer than sauerkraut and sausages.

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Sauerkraut, sausage, schnitzel and beer are probably the first things that come to mind when you think about Germany and its food. But with its multicultural cities and history of immigration, the country has a much more to offer.

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The German roots of California wine

In 1875 the German Beringer brothers were among the first people to start producing wine in the United States. Their business, based in California, is still going strong and has established itself as a global player. (02.01.2013)

Beck’s remains home-brewed despite global label

Bremen citizens are fond and proud of "their" local beer. But 10 years ago, the traditional brewery was purchased by Belgian beer giant Interbrew. Still, Beck’s remains popular in its hometown - and all over the world. (21.12.2012)

Berlin wine grows on local pride

Germany's Moselle Valley is famous for its Rieslings, but Berlin? DW's Leah McDonnell explains why Berliners are toiling away to make a mean Riesling - even though they can't even sell it. (19.10.2012)

Goodbye to Berlin's corner pubs

It used to be that there was a bar on every corner in Berlin, where workers would order a beer to wind down from the day. But these institutions of yore are close to extinction, as more modern watering holes take over. (03.02.2012)

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Germany's fast-food favorite takes on the US

Germany's most popular fast food is actually modified from Turkish cuisine. Now Americans are developing a taste for the snack - or at least the spicier, fluffier Americanized version. (28.12.2012)

Giving new life to old bread

A shop in Berlin has an unusual business model - selling day-old bread. It’s a hit with customers though it doesn’t turn a big profit. But Vesta Heyn, the brains behind the company, says the concept makes a lot of sense. (31.07.2012)

Doing away with meat

Schnitzel is one of Germany's most recognizable dishes. Florian Wild of the Fraunhofer research organization is working on a vegetarian version that could win over meat-eaters. (26.07.2012)

Berlin entrepreneur sells sausage with a face

A young Berliner is changing the way people eat meat - by giving the sausage he sells a face. Not everyone, though, is prepared to eat a pig after seeing its picture online. (23.04.2012)

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Hamburg's slippery specialty: North Sea eels

Eels, slimy and snake-like, aren't the world's most loveable creatures, nor are they an obvious dinner choice. But at a Hamburg restaurant, they're served up as a delicacy - and have even been food fit for a king. (03.01.2013)

Germans get hooked on SlowFisch

This year's SlowFisch convention in Bremen celebrated local fishing traditions and artisanal food production. It's an extention of the Slow Food movement, which began in Italy as a reaction to industrial food production. (12.11.2012)

Invasive mitten crabs dominate German waters

Chinese mitten crabs invaded German waters more than a century ago. Can fishermen create a new market for these furry invaders? (04.09.2012)

Too much meat and alcohol

Many Germans still stick to their unhealthy diet of too much meat and alcohol. Though there are some positive trends, too many Germans are still overweight and also at risk of other illnesses like cancer. (17.12.2012)

Newcomers pep up Berlin's culinary desert

Admittedly, Berlin doesn't usually top foodies' must-see list. But lately, young entrepreneurs have been bringing in new, exotic flavors from vegan Vietnamese cuisine to passionately roasted coffee. (19.11.2012)

German researchers develop tiny fruit-gauging device

How many times have you been deceived by a luscious-looking piece of fruit, only to discover that it's no good? German researchers have developed a tiny device that can test fruit, so consumers can make better choices. (11.05.2012)