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I’ll admit it: I enjoy the sweeter things in life. If given the choice between savory or sweet, I’m almost always going to reach for the sweets, though at times I do want to have my cake and eat it too. Fortunately, this predilection has brought me to a most wonderful tradition, known in Germany as kaffee und kuchen (“coffee and cake”).

Kaffee und kuchen is also referred to as a zwischenmahlzeit, or a meal between meals (similar to the British tradition of Teatime), and is really an excuse to get together in the afternoon. The “official” kaffee und kuchen time is 4:00 p.m., when Germans might pause to enjoy some treats, gossip, catch up or spend a leisurely afternoon moment with friends, family or guests.

I may be stretching it a bit when I call kaffee und kuchen a tradition, as it seems to be a dying one in Germany’s modern times. It’s hard these days to find people willing or able to make time for this old form of entertainment, and if so, then it’s most likely on a Sunday afternoon, when everything is essentially closed. That said, everyone is still aware that this pastime once existed, and every so often I find the younger folk sharing a kaffee und kuchen afternoon with their friends, simply on account of its kitsch value.

What makes this tradition so beautiful and so accessible is Germany’s endless line of bakeries and cafes. Most of them are bound to have some type of kuchen, and given such a wide variance of quality and type, those browsing the full selection of cakes, tarts and pies must know exactly where to go for the right dessert. Those who just want to enjoy something sweet with a nice cup of coffee can pop into almost any café or bakery and be on their way to a great afternoon.

If you are averse to heavy cream, butter, fat and loads of sugar, then sadly this isn’t a tradition for you. German cakes are no joke when it comes to making sure every possibly unhealthy ingredient is used, and that’s why I’m in love with them. Many cakes you’ll find filled with pure butter cream. Others are topped with all sorts of fresh fruits. Yet others are crowned with a half-foot mountain of pure chocolate with sugary frosting, and of course there are cakes baked with alcohol, like schnapps or rum. I wouldn’t necessarily promote consuming every one of these as a daily tradition, but as a lover of sweets I find it necessary to sometimes let go of my health-conscious views and indulge. I also find it necessary to ask for a healthy dose of schlagsahne (fresh whipping cream) to accompany my already sinful slice of life.

Bonn is still home to many wonderful destinations for kaffee und kuchen. I’m partial to Schloss-Café Poppelsdorf, as they have a wonderful selection of cakes and a wonderful outdoor patio. I would also recommend Breuer’s Cafe, which, although a bit on the outskirts of Bonn, houses a huge offering of sweets. Both cafes – along with most cafes here in Bonn – happily serve delicious coffee drinks to accompany these treats, and I am never disappointed in the quality of coffee here in Germany.

Tradition is what brings us together and what keeps us together, and when it comes to German bakeries, tradition is constantly challenging my waistline. The sweet spot of this tradition embodies two things I adore: the chance to indulge in excessive desserts (before dinner of all things) and the chance to spend time with family and friends. Kaffee und kuchen, antiquated as it may be, acknowledges the need to cut a slice out of our busy lives, to designate an afternoon to simply talk, and of course to do this while stuffing our faces with sugary, fat-laden, cream-stuffed wonder.

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I’ve become obsessed with teatime recently… not so much the appointed time as the act of taking a breather and enjoying the simple pleasure of coffee and pastry, as you’ve been doing. The corner of my new bedroom will soon house a 2×2′ bar table, two stools, a Japanese tea set, French press, and pastry dish expressly for this purpose! I love sharing a coffee with a friend at the local cafe, but there’s something about having a teatime corner at home that is immensely more appealing.

Hello! I am spending the month of July in Bonn and happened upon your articles while Googling for some particular places to eat. I will have to give Schloss-Café a try! Many thanks.

@ James – So glad you are a fan of the tradition as well – it’s nice that it still lives on in other places in the world, in other people’s lives.

@ Chris – Enjoy your time in Bonn! Hope you get to discover and enjoy many of the culinary delights here to be had!

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German Butter Cake (Butterkuchen) Recipe

90 mins
Prep: 60 mins,
Cook: 30 mins
Yield: 20 pieces German butter cake

German butter cake or butterkuchen is a yeasted sheet cake that is a great alternative to doughnuts or muffins for your morning coffee.

Germans are just as likely to serve butterkuchen in the afternoon when they are having kaffee und kuchen (coffee and cake).

Simple to make, this cake yields around 20 pieces which easily can be frozen. This makes a great carry-in for a potluck or for a sweets table.

What You'll Need

For the Sponge:
4 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, divided
1 1/2 ounces fresh yeast or 1 package dry yeast (2 1/2 teaspoons)
1 cup lukewarm milk (110 F)
Pinch sugar
For the Yeast Cake:
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 large room-temperature egg
8 ounces room-temperature butter, divided
1 1/4 cups sugar, divided
2 teaspoons cinnamon

How to Make It

Place 4 cups of flour in a large mixing bowl or stand mixer and make a hollow in it with the back of a spoon.
Crumble fresh yeast or sprinkle dry yeast in the hollow and fill with the lukewarm milk. Add a pinch of sugar and mix a little to incorporate some of the flour.
Let the sponge sit in a warm place for 15 minutes.

After the yeast is activated and showing strong growth, add the salt, egg, 7 tablespoons of the softened butter and 3/4 cup of the sugar to the yeast mixture.

Mix until the dough is smooth and forms a ball. Add up to 1/2 cup additional flour if necessary. Form dough into a ball, place in a greased bowl, turning the dough once and cover. Let rise 15 to 30 minutes.
Roll the dough out to 1/2 inch thickness on a lightly floured board and transfer to a 15x10-inch jellyroll pan. Let it rest again for 15 minutes while heating oven to 375 F.
Dimple the top of the dough all over, using your fingers or the back of a wooden spoon.
Mix remaining 1/2 cup of sugar and 2 teaspoons of cinnamon together and sprinkle evenly over dough. Cut remaining 9 tablespoons of butter into small pieces and spread it evenly over the dough.

Bake for 25 minutes, or until cake is done and the sugar/cinnamon mixture has melted together and caramelized a little. If you feel the need, turn on the broiler for the last 3 minutes of baking, watching carefully so that the topping does not burn.
Alternatively, mix 1/4 cup of sugar with enough water (1/4 to 1/2 cup) to dissolve the sugar and brush this sugar water on the hot cake right after you take it out of the oven.
This cake freezes well. After defrosting, crisp it up a few minutes in a 350 F oven.

Note: Make this cake the modern way. Add instant dried yeast and all dough ingredients to a bowl and mix together to form a smooth dough. Allow 30 minutes to rest, then proceed as above.

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Copenhagen Delicacy Tour with Foods of Copenhagen

For our fall trip to Copenhagen, we knew that we wanted to go on a food tour – after all, it’s our very favourite way to explore a new city! I knew very little about Danish food prior to the trip, but had read that Copenhagen was well known for its food scene, street food, and café culture. That pretty much checks all the boxes for me!

In my search for an in-depth and informative food tour, I came across Foods of Copenhagen, the brainchild of owner and tour host Cindie. Foods of Copenhagen provides small boutique tours and is committed to personal attention, expertise, professionalism, and sustainability. They partner with small, local businesses in Copenhagen for their tours and support local merchants, shops, farmers, and food producers whenever they can. The tour itinerary promised us some of the best food and drink in the city and we were not disappointed!

We met our friendly Foods of Copenhagen guide Anne-Marie at our meeting point near the city centre. S and I were joined on our tour by guests from Northern Ireland, England, and even a local from Copenhagen who just wanted to explore the city’s culinary scene. After a warm introduction by Anne-Marie, we set off for our first taste of the tour. Along the way, we passed the Gammeltorv (Old Market), the oldest square in Copenhagen, and the beautiful Caritasspringvandet (Caritas Fountain). Anne-Marie told us that they put golden apples inside the well on the Queen’s birthday and they ‘jump’ inside the fountain. Would love to see that!

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Our first stop was a traditional Danish restaurant located just off the square. Greeted by cheery Danish flags, we were invited inside for a taste of one of Denmark’s most famous dishes: smørrebrød (an open face sandwich).

On classic white and blue Royal Copenhagen plates, we tucked into herring and Frikadeller (Danish meatball) smørrebrød. Anne-Marie taught us how to build our own smørrebrød by spreading a thin layer of lard on a piece of rye bread before layering on the toppings. As a perfect complement to the smørrebrød, we sipped snaps, a strong alcohol often paired with smørrebrød to cut the fattiness, especially when eating herring. Delicious!

Onward to the oldest bakery in the city dating back to 1652. S and I had to smile when we realized this would be a stop on our tour because that very morning, we had walked by the very same bakery and drooled over the items on display in the window.

This is the place where we tried the Danish food most familiar to visitors – the beloved breakfast pastry, the Danish. But is it really Danish? In fact, Anne-Marie told us the sweet custard-filled pastry hails from Vienna and the Danes adopted it and made it their own. In fact, it doesn’t even go by the name ‘Danish’ in Denmark – it’s called wienerbrød (aka Vienna bread)! Whoever invented it, I tip my hat to you – the wienerbrød (also known as spandauer) we tried was so good, we went back the next day for two more.

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Sightseeing in Copenhagen

Hello friends! Sorry for my blog absence again – I have been a little preoccupied these days with work so the blog took a bit of a back seat. I have a few fun posts in store for you, though, inspired by my recent trip to Copenhagen!

During the fall holidays, S and I made a 4-day trip to Copenhagen, Denmark. Neither he nor I had ever been there before and we had always wanted to go. When we found affordable flights to Copenhagen during the first week of November, we finally decided to make it happen. Now, early November may not seem like a great time to visit a chilly Scandinavian country, but we enjoyed ourselves immensely. The city wasn’t too crowded with tourists and we packed scarves, hats, and gloves to stay warm. We prepared for some hygge and that’s what we got.

Also! I got a new camera. I’d been eyeing a few models since February and finally took the plunge in honour of this trip. I’m still learning all the features, but hopefully the quality of the photos will be a bit better.

I’ve put together a summary of the top sights we visited in the city that I can recommend to you.

Sightseeing in Copenhagen

Nyhavn is a colourful 17th-century waterfront canal that was originally a prosperous commercial port. Today it is a top sightseeing attraction and entertainment district. Distinguished by the colourful buildings, bobbing boats, and pricey restaurants, Nyhavn is a must visit spot in Copenhagen, if only for the quintessential snapshot of the city.

Rosenborg Castle

Rosenborg Castle is a Danish renaissance castle built by Christian IV in the early 17th century. Originally a summer palace, today the museum inside houses art collections, Denmark’s Crown Jewels, and Royal Regalia. Tip: The museum has limited opening hours in the winter (10am-2pm), so plan ahead. You can also stroll through the beautiful gardens for free, which is what we did. Apparently the castle garden is gorgeous in the summertime.

Tivoli Gardens

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Tivoli Gardens is an amusement park and garden in central Copenhagen. The second oldest amusement park in the world, Tivoli is a great place to spend an afternoon reliving your childhood. The park was all done up for Halloween with pumpkins and decorations everywhere. Truly enchanting! Tip: The ticket price is cheaper if you go from Monday-Thursday. You can buy entrance tickets online in advance to avoid waiting in line to get in. Note: The gardens are currently closed until November 18, 2017 while they prepare the Christmas decor inside.

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Strøget is a pedestrian-only, car-free shopping area in the centre of Copenhagen. As one of Europe’s longest pedestrian streets, it’s a great place for a bit of shopping, people watching, and leisurely strolling. Pop into a cafe to warm up or simply enjoy the buzz of the city all around you.

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A Summer Getaway to Maui

During our visit to Canada this summer, S and I made a side-trip (can you really call a 5+ hr flight a ‘side’ trip?) to Maui, Hawaii. We had dreamed of going there together but the journey straight there from Germany is, shall we say, extremely far. We thought that while we were in the North American ‘neighbourhood’, it would be a good time to visit an otherwise very difficult-to-reach destination.

We asked other people which Hawaiian island to visit. Some suggested Kauai for the lush scenery, others the Big Island for its volcanic activity. In the end, we picked Maui, the tourist favourite, for its spectacular beaches, food, landscape, and activities.

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Maui was absolutely the right choice for us – it was one of our favourite holidays to date. Unlike many of our city trips where we sightsee nonstop from AM to PM, we took it easy this trip and spent our days doing exactly what we felt like, when we felt like it.

Unlike my other travel blog posts where I break down a specific destination into several posts (say restaurants, museums, and sights), I decided to write about our time on Maui and my recommendations of what to see and do and eat in one post.

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I spent a lot of time researching where to stay on Maui and what kind of accommodation to pick. Hawaii is very expensive, so many online forums suggested choosing a time share or apartment-style accommodation with a kitchen so you can cook some meals to save money rather than eating out all the time. We nearly went this route until we found an excellent deal to stay at the Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa, a 4-star resort in Kaanapali. Though the rooms didn’t have a kitchenette, they did have a mini fridge, a coffee machine, and a kettle so we could still have breakfast and snacks in our room.

We absolutely loved the resort. Positioned at the Black Rock, one of the best snorkeling spots on Maui, it was as picturesque as could be. We loved stepping outside our room onto the golden Kaanapali Beach and going for a swim or a snorkel whenever we liked. S saw numerous sea turtles (I only saw 1 ) and there were more tropical fish than we could count. Tip: If you like to snorkel, bring your own snorkel gear with you to the island so you don’t have to rent on site.

The Whalers Village shopping centre is only a 10 minute walk away. It’s a good place to grab a quick, affordable bite, or pick up a few souvenirs. They also offer free hula shows, as well as hula, lei making, and ukelele lessons during the week.

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Activities

As I mentioned earlier, we didn’t want to jam-pack our schedule, so we just planned three special activities while on Maui. We chose to do a Road to Hana tour, attend a luau, and take surf lessons.

Road to Hana

Many people suggested driving the 100+ km Road to Hana ourselves, but with 620 curves and 59 one way bridges, we thought it best to leave it up to the experts so we could enjoy the scenery. After reading a lot of reviews, we decided to go on tour with Valley Isle Excursions. Our driver, Lynn, has been a tour guide for 30 years and knows the island and the Road to Hana like the back of her hand. Over the course of the 10+ hour tour, we drove through tropical rainforest, drove by the Keanae Peninsula, spotted lush waterfalls, walked across the black sand beach at Waianapanapa State Park, visited the Pools at Oheo Gulch, and drove through the Kipahulu section of Haleakala National Park. We made several stops throughout the day, even at a roadside stand serving warm, fresh out of the oven banana bread. It was a long but well-spent day and we really felt like we got a chance to see some of the most beautiful spots on the island.

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Old Lahaina Luau

S’s dream was to attend a luau on Maui. There are so many to choose from, but all reviews pointed toward the Old Lahaina Luau, the most traditional Hawaiian luau on Maui. For me, it was the absolute highlight of our trip. We were greeted with fresh flowers leis and mai tais upon arrival against the backdrop of the sun setting on the Pacific. Prior to dinner, we could walk through the grounds and learn about Hawaiian history and culture, as well as watch the kalua pig get unearthed from the Imu, the traditional Hawaiian underground oven. The dinner was a plentiful buffet of classic luau fare, such as the Imu-roasted pork, poi (steamed and mashed taro), ahi poke (raw marinated yellow fin tuna), taro leaf stew, and much more. The entire show and dinner was so well-coordinated and the hula dancers were spectacular. At the end of the night, we were all gifted with a small banana bread to enjoy for breakfast the next day. 100% recommended!

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A Walk Through the Granville Island Public Market

During my recent trip to Vancouver, British Columbia, I stopped by Granville Island, one of my favourite places in the city. This small peninsula is situated across False Creek from downtown Vancouver, right under the south end of the Granville Street Bridge. Originally used for fishing then industrial manufacturing, Granville Island is now known for its tourism, entertainment, and shopping.

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One of the most popular attractions on the island is the Granville Island Public Market. Loved by locals and tourists alike, the indoor Public Market features an amazing assortment of fruits, vegetables, flowers, foods, gifts, and handcrafted products.

My favourite stands at the market are the colourful produce stands with towering displays of cherries, berries, and other seasonal fruits. I can never resist a peek at the Stuart’s Bakery display cases – tiny cakes and cookies all stacked up, studded with nuts or sprinkled with coconut, topped with a tempered shard of chocolate.

The pyramid of rainbow macarons always tempts and delights as well.

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I’ve put together a summary of the top sights we visited in the city that I can recommend to you.

Sightseeing in Copenhagen

Rosenborg Castle

Tivoli Gardens

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Activities

As I mentioned earlier, we didn’t want to jam-pack our schedule, so we just planned three special activities while on Maui. We chose to do a Road to Hana tour, attend a luau, and take surf lessons.

Road to Hana

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Old Lahaina Luau

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The pyramid of rainbow macarons always tempts and delights as well.

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Hi everyone! Sorry for my absence from the blog in August – I was visiting family in British Columbia, Canada and was just having too much fun to sit down and type! As usual, the trip home was packed with visits, delicious food, and memorable side trips to beautiful destinations.

One special day trip we did was to Whistler, BC, home (along with Vancouver) of the 2010 Winter Olympic Games. We visited my friend Kristal and her brother for the day and had a blast strolling through the village, hiking, and working up an appetite (it’s that mountain air, I tell ya). Whistler is a popular wintertime destination for ski and snowboard enthusiasts, but there’s plenty to do there in the summertime as well. During our visit, we encountered hikers, golfers, mountain bikers competing in the Crankworx Whistler Mountain Bike Festival, and tourists just soaking in the cool resort vibe. Here are some of my personal favourite Whistler activities:

1. Get a scoop (or two) of Cows ice cream

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Cows Creamery is a Canadian specialty ice cream shop with origins on Prince Edward Island (PEI). There are now 11 Cows shops across Canada, with 2 shops (1 big and 1 small) in Whistler Village. Cows ice cream is all hand-made using the highest quality ingredients. Their fantastic flavours paired with clever names (Wowie Cowie, Caramel Moocchiato, Fluff ‘N Udder, and Royal Cownadian Mint, to name a few) and cute merchandising make this ice cream shop a must-visit when in Whistler. I can personally recommend Gooey Mooey, a burnt sugar vanilla ice cream with English toffee marble, caramel cups, and chocolate flakes. (Thanks to Instagrammer @lunancake_flowercake for permission to use the tempting Cows ice cream photo above).

2. Go for a hike around Lost Lake

Lost Lake is a small lake a short distance from Whistler Village. Its surrounding trails are popular for hiking and biking, and its beach area is perfect for lazy picnics and sunbathing. The 5km loop trail is open from March to October and takes approximately 1.5 hours to walk/hike depending on your pace.

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3. Grab a treat at Purebread

Bakery lovers should make time to visit Purebread, a family bakery in Whistler Village. The display case of baked goods could tempt anyone; choose from sweet loaves, indulgent bars, giant cookies, savoury pastries, flaky croissants, and much more. It was hard to pick just one treat, but the slice of raspberry riot loaf we selected was amazing.

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Hello everyone! I’m excited to announce that over the past few months, I have been creating customized travel itineraries with Travel Honey, a website that collects detailed travel itineraries from savvy travellers. I’ve written in depth itineraries covering some of my recent travels in Europe, including Paris, Prague, Vienna, Budapest, and Barcelona. My first itinerary to launch is my 4-day whirlwind trip to Rome and Pompeii including my top sightseeing tips, restaurant recommendations, tour suggestions, and my favourite gelato spots. If you’re planning your own trip to Rome and Pompeii, I hope you’ll find my itinerary helpful!

P.S. Looking for travel tips in other European destinations? Check out my travel tips for Amsterdam, Dublin, and Berlin.

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Summertime is peak wine time here in Würzburg and another popular wine festival is currently underway. From July 14 -July 23, 2017, the Hofgarten Wine Festival (aka Hofgarten Weinfest) is taking place in the baroque court gardens of the Residence Palace (aka Residenz). Run by the city’s own Staatlicher Hofkeller, this bustling wine festival is a beloved and well-attended annual event.

To celebrate S’s dad’s birthday, we attended the Hofgarten Wine Festival on its opening day last week. Fortunately his parents reserved an outdoor table months in advance so we had a place to sit. Every table was full when we arrived shortly after 6pm. The mood was jolly and boisterous, fueled by the local musicians playing traditional Bavarian folk music. Upon request, the band came over to our table to serenade S’s dad with a birthday song and a song of his choosing. I’ve never been this close to a German band and it was a hoot! They definitely pumped up the jovial atmosphere of the festival.

Of course what is a festival without wine? Servers carrying crates of wine bottles regularly stop by your table to offer you their Franconian wines while Dirndl-clad servers tempt you with their baskets of enormous pretzels. You can order heartier fare at the nearby food stands; check out festival favourites such as the Fränki (a chili meatloaf sandwich with cabbage slaw and onion dip served in a rye bread roll), traditional Flammkuchen (a thin, crispy flatbread with onions and bacon), or Franconian grilled bratwurst in a rye bread roll.

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There’s so much to see and do in Germany in the summertime – wine festivals, wine hikes, food markets, city beaches, and of course folk festivals. The Kiliani-Volksfest is back in town in Würzburg and I got a chance to visit yesterday for the first time this season.

The Würzburger Kiliani-Volksfest is a local summertime favourite. Known locally as the Mess, the festival runs every year between early to mid-July at the Talavera parking lot in Zellerau, a district of Würzburg. The famous folk festival attracts up to 1 million visitors per year. In addition to the fairgrounds at the Talavera, there is also a Kilianimesse, a festival market that takes place during the same time period at the city’s central Marktplatz. This is the place to find kitchenware, clothing, spices, and other treats.

After watching the opening night fireworks from the vineyards last Friday, I got the chance to visit the festival in person yesterday with S and my friend Rick who was visiting from Canada. Unlike last year when I attended the festival at dusk, this year we visited in full daylight which is a different experience all together. The same rides, games, and food stands were here this year as well; in fact, most stands were in the exact same spot in the parking lot (a common theme I’ve noticed for annual festivals).

We walked around the fairgrounds and admired the rides, saw visitors wearing Dirndl and Lederhosen, spotted the Würzburger Hofbräu beer tent, and checked out food stalls selling chocolate-dipped fruit on a stick, crêpes, cotton candy, steaks, fries, candied nuts, and of course, bratwurst. For the first time ever at a festival, I spotted chocolate-covered cherries so I had to pounce on those. They contain the pits inside, so if you find some for yourself, watch out!

As much as I wanted to eat a Lángos at the same stand I spotted last year, w e had just eaten a big lunch beforehand at a beer garden in town, so I opted out. Next year, though, definitely!

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A couple of weeks ago, S and I headed to the beautiful Canary Island of Lanzarote for a 6-day sun getaway. We had considered visiting Greece or Mallorca again as we had a blast on those beach trips, but in the end decided to try somewhere new. We had heard wonderful things about Spain’s Canary Islands and after a lot of research, we decided to give Lanzarote a go.

We stayed at TUI Sensimar Natura Palace, a 4-star adults-only hotel in Playa Blanca, the southernmost town on the island. The trip was truly hassle free since it included Deutsche Bahn train tickets to and from the Stuttgart airport, a return transfer shuttle from the Lanzarote airport to our hotel, and half board dining (buffet breakfast and dinner) every day.

In our research before the trip, we had read that some of the rooms at Natura Palace had been refurbished, so upon check in, we asked if one of those rooms was available. Lucky for us, one of them was, which we were offered. Much to our surprise, it turned out to also be an amazing ocean view room and we could even see the neighbouring island of Feurteventura from our balcony! Talk about an upgrade!

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We couldn’t have been happier with our choice of hotel – the grounds were lush and green with beautiful landscaping, the pool was refreshing, there were plenty of sunbeds (though it was tricky to find some with shade due to those eager early birds putting out their towels on chairs under umbrellas at 7am!), the buffet food was fresh and plentiful, and the staff were friendly and helpful. We also enjoyed using their facilities like the spa and gym, and regularly attended the fitness classes (like yoga and pilates) and activities (quiz roulette) throughout the week.

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Even though we would have been happy to hang out at the hotel all week, we thought it would be a shame to miss seeing a bit more of the island. There is a promenade that wraps around the coast, so you can exit the hotel and head right to see the lighthouse or head left to go into town to visit the local beach (Playa Flamingo) and check out some bars and restaurants. We went for a leisurely walk one afternoon toward town and rewarded ourselves with a cocktail on Playa Flamingo.

One day we took the public bus to Marina Rubicón to visit their market which takes place every Wednesday and Saturday. Here you can pick up local products (such as Lanzarote aloe vera gel or spicy rojo mojo sauce), souvenirs, crafts, clothes, and more, or just browse around as we did. The marina is a gorgeous azure blue and surrounding the market, there are several high-end stores where you can shop to your heart’s content.

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The only minor disappointment from our trip was the fact that we had signed up for a sailing trip to La Graciosa, a small island just north of Lanzarote, but it was cancelled the day beforehand due to strong winds in the forecast. In the end, it was for the best, as the weather did turn out to be extremely windy and too dangerous for sailing after all. In any case, we now have an excuse to go back to Lanzarote (as if we needed one in the first place)!

Have you ever been to the Canary Islands before? Which other island can you recommend to visit?

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Wine season is in full swing here in Franconia with wine-related festivals and events popping up almost weekly. In addition to the Würzburger Weindorf ( Würzburg W ine Village) that we attended a few weeks ago, we also recently went on a walking wine tour in Eibelstadt, a town not far from Würzburg.

Not familiar with wine hikes (aka Weinbergswanderungen or Weinwanderungen)? From spring to early fall, regional wineries host special walking routes set through vineyards where guests can visit several stands set up along the way and sample different wines from the host wineries. I first learned about wine hikes when living near Stuttgart and have attended four of them in Untertürkheim, Uhlbach, Bühlertal, and Esslingen.

The Weinbergswanderung in Eibelstadt was my first wine hike in Bavaria; in fact, the Franconian region of Bavaria is the only wine region in the state. The Eibelstadt wine hike is held annually on Whit Sunday (Pfingstsonntag), not Whit Monday (Pfingstmontag) as is unfortunately stated on the Weinwanderung website. Fortunately, we found the correct date for the wine hike online in advance and planned to go with S’s parents and sister. The weather was perfect that day – sunny with a few clouds, perfect for a vineyard stroll.

We got a late start and only arrived at the Eibelstadt Rathaus (town hall) around 2pm. The welcome stand set up there was already being dismantled (having been set up to start at 10am) but we were reassured that the other stands would be up and running. We made our way to the second stand by heading up the hill into the vineyards.

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Upon arriving, we decided to buy a bottle of wine to share between the five of us; as we learned on the wine hike in Esslingen last year, this is usually more cost effective than buying 5 or 6 individual glasses of wine. We tried a Scheurebe from Weingut Leo Sauer, a velvety and fruity white wine which we enjoyed at one of the beer benches and tables set up next to the stand. When purchasing your wine, you pay a 3 Euro Pfand (deposit) on your wine glass which you can keep throughout the walk. (If you want a clean glass at every stand, you can simply return your used glass, get your deposit back, and then purchase a new glass at the following stand). There were also snacks and meals like pretzels, steaks, and cake at each of the stands for hungry hikers.

Taking a break for coffee and cake Culture: In Germany, the afternoon ritual of 'Kaffee und Kuchen' is a sweet pause that refreshes.

Potsdamer Platz is a sea of mud and machinery as the largest construction site in Europe emerges from a wasteland that once stood between two segments of the Berlin Wall. By the turn of the century, this will be a complex of corporate headquarters and government offices, but it has to be built first, and there seems to be a dearth of construction workers at the present moment. Where are they? Drinking beer? That's a good guess, but it's wrong. They're thronging the Stehcafes ("standing-cafes") of the local bakeries, participating in a sacred ritual that's at the heart of German food, one that cuts across lines of class, age and occupation: Kaffee und Kuchen.

Translated, it's "coffee and cake," but this is about as accurate as describing "afternoon tea" in England as a cup of leaves steeped in hot water. Kaffee und Kuchen (KOO-khen) is the quintessential Mittagspause, the pause in the middle of the day, and from 2 to 4 in the afternoon, it's the primary activity of a number of Germans.

As a social ritual, Kaffee und Kuchen is all-encompassing: as intimate as having friends over to the house, or as businesslike as a meeting out of the office. It's a way for parents and grown children to get together socially, for workers to congregate for a break, for old friends to see each other and new friends to get acquainted. You can pause for pastry in a tony cafe with starched-linen tablecloths and a long history, or drop by a corner bakery in an out-of-the-way neighborhood. Kaffee und Kuchen is part of the cement that holds German society together.

The "cake" can be an intricate Viennese-style pastry, or, at some times of the year, the jelly-doughnut-like pastry (usually stuffed with a liqueur-fortified jam) known as Pfannkuchen or Berliner. And although there's a trend in Germany these days to substitute tea for coffee, Kaffee und Kuchen is still the real deal for most people.

Kuchens aren't layer cakes, which are called Torten. They're flat cakes, baked on baking sheets and usually cut into 2- by 4-inch rectangles. But other pans and shapes are also used, especially in other countries. The variety is as staggering as it is seasonal: Most kuchens are made with fruit in season - particularly strawberries, which Germans revere with a devotion that would fill a doctoral thesis. In the winter, dried fruits are deployed, along with such standbys as chocolate, custards and poppy seeds.

The different names are closely tied to the type of kuchen, because each varies with the region of the country. Fortunately, in a bakery or a cafe, one can usually just point at one's selection. And not all kuchens are sweet.

Like coffee, kuchen probably came to Germany from Austria. The Viennese are to pastry what the French are to sauces: masters of invention. While not everyone can afford to buy a Sachertorte in a cafe or prepare one at home, kuchens are simpler pastries that invite experimentation and can be made by any person with a flair for baking. Germans took to them enthusiastically, and the basic form underwent changes until distinctly German recipes emerged.

So think of kuchen as coffeecake if you want, or think of it as an easily prepared delicacy with an Old World flavor.

Dried-Cherry Streusel Kuchen

Makes 10 servings

1/4 cup all-purpose flour

1/4 cup packed brown sugar

1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1 1/2 tablespoons chilled stick margarine or butter

1 2/3 cups all-purpose flour

1/4 cup granulated sugar

3 tablespoons brown sugar

1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder

1/2 teaspoon baking soda

1/4 teaspoon salt

2/3 cup low-fat buttermilk

1/3 cup egg substitute

3 tablespoons vegetable oil

1 tablespoon amaretto (almond-flavored liqueur) or water

2 1/2 tablespoons vanilla extract

1 teaspoon grated lemon rind

1/4 teaspoon almond extract

3/4 cup dried tart red cherries

Preheat oven to 375 degrees.

Lightly spoon 1/4 cup flour into a dry measuring cup; level with a knife. Combine with 1/4 cup brown sugar and cinnamon in a bowl; cut in margarine with a pastry blender or 2 knives until mixture resembles coarse meal. Set streusel mixture aside.

Lightly spoon 1 2/3 cups flour into dry measuring cups, and level with a knife. Combine with granulated sugar and next 4 ingredients (granulated sugar through salt) in a large bowl. Combine buttermilk and next 6 ingredients (buttermilk through almond extract), and stir with a whisk. Add the buttermilk mixture to the flour mixture, stirring until blended. Gently fold in dried cherries. Spoon batter into a 9-inch round cake pan coated with cooking spray. Sprinkle streusel mixture evenly over top.

Bake at 375 degrees for 30 minutes or until a wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack.

242 calories (24 percent from fat); 6.4 grams fat (1.3 grams saturated, 2 grams monounsaturated, 2.6 grams polyunsaturated); 4.2 grams protein; 40.1 grams carbohydrate; 1.2 grams fiber; 0 milligrams cholesterol; 1.7 milligrams iron; 167 milligrams sodium; 80 milligrams calcium

German Butter Cake (Butterkuchen) Recipe

90 mins
Prep: 60 mins,
Cook: 30 mins
Yield: 20 pieces German butter cake

German butter cake or butterkuchen is a yeasted sheet cake that is a great alternative to doughnuts or muffins for your morning coffee.

Germans are just as likely to serve butterkuchen in the afternoon when they are having kaffee und kuchen (coffee and cake).

Simple to make, this cake yields around 20 pieces which easily can be frozen. This makes a great carry-in for a potluck or for a sweets table.

What You'll Need

For the Sponge:
4 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, divided
1 1/2 ounces fresh yeast or 1 package dry yeast (2 1/2 teaspoons)
1 cup lukewarm milk (110 F)
Pinch sugar
For the Yeast Cake:
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 large room-temperature egg
8 ounces room-temperature butter, divided
1 1/4 cups sugar, divided
2 teaspoons cinnamon

How to Make It

Place 4 cups of flour in a large mixing bowl or stand mixer and make a hollow in it with the back of a spoon.
Crumble fresh yeast or sprinkle dry yeast in the hollow and fill with the lukewarm milk. Add a pinch of sugar and mix a little to incorporate some of the flour.
Let the sponge sit in a warm place for 15 minutes.

After the yeast is activated and showing strong growth, add the salt, egg, 7 tablespoons of the softened butter and 3/4 cup of the sugar to the yeast mixture.

Mix until the dough is smooth and forms a ball. Add up to 1/2 cup additional flour if necessary. Form dough into a ball, place in a greased bowl, turning the dough once and cover. Let rise 15 to 30 minutes.
Roll the dough out to 1/2 inch thickness on a lightly floured board and transfer to a 15x10-inch jellyroll pan. Let it rest again for 15 minutes while heating oven to 375 F.
Dimple the top of the dough all over, using your fingers or the back of a wooden spoon.
Mix remaining 1/2 cup of sugar and 2 teaspoons of cinnamon together and sprinkle evenly over dough. Cut remaining 9 tablespoons of butter into small pieces and spread it evenly over the dough.

Bake for 25 minutes, or until cake is done and the sugar/cinnamon mixture has melted together and caramelized a little. If you feel the need, turn on the broiler for the last 3 minutes of baking, watching carefully so that the topping does not burn.
Alternatively, mix 1/4 cup of sugar with enough water (1/4 to 1/2 cup) to dissolve the sugar and brush this sugar water on the hot cake right after you take it out of the oven.
This cake freezes well. After defrosting, crisp it up a few minutes in a 350 F oven.

Note: Make this cake the modern way. Add instant dried yeast and all dough ingredients to a bowl and mix together to form a smooth dough. Allow 30 minutes to rest, then proceed as above.

9 Best Hamburg Cafés for Kaffee und Kuchen

By Andrew Harper

The Hideaway Report | October 30, 2017

One of the most delightful German traditions is Kaffee und Kuchen, or coffee and cake, which is the Teutonic version of afternoon tea. German people still treasure this ritual, and I must admit that it was quite irritating to see so many slender locals indulging in slices of decadent torte. In the name of research, I risked my waistline in order to find the best places to enjoy Kaffee und Kuchen in Hamburg.

Fairmont Hotel Vier Jahreszeiten: Whether you stay at this hotel or not, do not miss the chance to have coffee and cake or afternoon tea in the ornate and historic Wohnhalle. The torte selection is dreamy, but since we had a substantial food-and-beverage credit at the hotel, we opted for high tea, complete with savory finger sandwiches, flawless scones with clotted cream and exquisite little pastries.

Neuer Jungfernstieg 9-14. Tel. (49) 40-3494-0

The Bridge Bar

The Westin Hamburg: With floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the harbor, this ranks among Hamburg’s most dramatic locations for Kaffee und Kuchen. The quality of the baked goods matches the view; each torte and tart is a work of art.

Platz der Deutschen Einheit 2. Tel. (49) 40-8000-100

Roncalli Grand Café

In the Levantehaus, below the Park Hyatt Hamburg, this café calls itself “historic,” even though it opened in 2015. It feels classic, at least, with crystal chandeliers, bentwood chairs and leather booths upstairs. The café offers a wide variety of cakes, both traditional and modern. I opted for a moist, sweet and slightly tart torte with mango and crème fraîche. Our overworked waitress had far too many tables; expect slow service.

Mönckebergstrasse 7. Tel. (49) 40-3003-4943

Wasserschloss

The name of this establishment translates as “Water Palace,” and indeed, it occupies an exceptionally beautiful historic building on the tip of an island in the Speicherstadt neighborhood. The shady front patio is inviting, but I preferred the terrace at the rear, with better water views. The tortes are merely passable — the setting is the draw — so I opted for an Earl Grey tea-infused crème brûlée to go with my pot of Rote Grütze fruit tea. Tea is the specialty here; inside is one of the largest and loveliest tea shops I’ve ever seen.

Dienerreihe 4. Tel. (49) 40-5589-8264-0

Das Liebermann

Located in the magnificent Säulenhalle (Hall of Columns) in the Hamburger Kunsthalle, this café provides a wonderful atmosphere in which to refresh your appetite for art. The tortes and service are less formal than the architecture, but a break here is still a delight. Open only to those who purchase tickets to the museum.

Glockengiesserwall 5. Tel. (49) 40-3037-5196

Cafe Gnosa

I didn’t have time to try this café in the heart of Hamburg’s gay neighborhood, but more than one local told me it has some of the best cakes in Hamburg. Any LGBTQ visitor with a sweet tooth should put Gnosa on their itinerary.

Lange Reihe 93. Tel. (49) 40-2430-34

Should you find yourself in the western Blankense suburb along the Elbe, don’t miss the chance to have coffee and cake at Witthüs, a historic villa with a large garden patio. Its specialty is “Jellyfish on Sand,” a composition of homemade nut cake, fresh fruit, rum-soaked cherries and whipped cream.

Elbchaussee 499a. Tel. (49) 40-8601-73

Museumscafé im Jenisch Haus

This café in the elegant Jenisch Haus, a villa-turned-museum surrounded by gardens, is operated by Hotel Louis C. Jacob. As you might therefore suspect, the torte selection is of high quality. The space is small but bright and elegant, with high ceilings and suitably serious oil paintings, and in good weather, outdoor seating is also available.

Baron-Voght-Strasse 50. Tel. (49) 40-8229-0822

Just down the street from the Jenisch Haus, this restaurant floats on the Elbe River, giving patrons a front-row seat when the occasional massive container vessel or cruise ship passes by. The cake selection isn’t large or fancy, but I very much enjoyed watching the river traffic while nibbling a slice of strawberries-and-cream torte.

Fähranleger Teufelsbrück. Tel. (49) 40-8241-87

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I am looking forward to afternoons of coffee and cake during my upcoming visit to Germany in June. Can anyone recommend what cakes I should look out for on my travels? I like ALL kinds!!

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After living here for about 4 years, I finally discovered Bienenstich, which is now my favorite. It is basically a layer of rich whipped cream sandwiched between a thin cake bottom and a honey-nut top. Some cafes (here in Garmisch anyway) only offer it on the weekend.

Each café has its specialities and secret recipes. It's hard to generalize and recommend a particular type of cake as they are not alike everywhere. Look at them and pick what looks most appealing to you.

The cakes are displayed inside the counter. You order your coffee or other drink from the waiter/waitress at the table, then get up and walk over to the counter to have a look at the cakes and tell the person behind the counter which one (two, three;-) you want. The selection is part of the fun. In traditional cafés you will be given a little ticket with a number that you take back to your table and hand to your waiter/waitress when s/he brings the cake.

have to agree. You need to focus on which cafes you want to visit more than what cake you want. Its not like in Vienna which has the Sacher cake or black forest area which has their own cake too.

One of the places I'd have on your to-do list would be the Cafe Luitpold but theres literally no lack of choice. Heres another websites suggestion of 10 places to go (incl Cafe Luitpold) for a starter.

another place to checkout for its coffee, location and grandeur is the Cafe Tambosi which is Munich oldest cafe and in existance and operating (without interuption) since 1775

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Yeah, the Tambosi has a nice architecture, but their cakes have gone down the drain.

I ordered a Strudel with vanilla sauce a few days ago there, and they brought a sponge cake with a few prunes thrown in and insisted it was Strudel?!

Thanks for the replies- especially the Bienenstich recommendation as that sounds fantastic. I won't be searching out cafes but just stopping by whatever is nearby at the time. I am well experienced at picking out cakes that look good but it's always nice to have a few recommendations too.

I can't believe nobody has yet recommended Dallmayr for Kaffee und Kuchen!

Or mentioned Rischart's .

Rischart's is poor quality mass product.

What is the name of the cafe at the end of Theatinerstrasse nr. Feldherrhalle. It is inside this courtyard? Arzmann or similar?

Malu in Theatinerstrasse has highquality patisserie.

It's called Café Arzmiller and is no. 2 on my map link.

I am quite partial to the Rischart tiramisù :-)

Maelu is overpriced in my opinion.

A raspberry tarte there costs double what it costs at Luitpold and there is no difference between them, both are made with fresh raspberries.

Maelu exploit their position directly in the pedestrian zone - I would suggest walking the further 200m to Café Luitpold (no. 1 on my map).

Edited: 9:41 am, April 17, 2014

Hmm, maybe I might search out Luitpold with all this talk of tiramisu and raspberry tarte. I just had a look at their website and it looks fantastic. Yummmmmm.

Kaffee und Kuchen - Kempinski Hotel Bristol

I called in at the Bristol for afternoon tea, when strolling down the Ku'damm on a recent city break in Berlin. I had become rather weary of the Turkish food I had mostly been indulging in, and fancied something a bit more Teutonic.

This is a slick operation, German efficiency at its best, yet there is also an indefinable magic to the Bristol. You're so well looked after, even pampered, that you feel somehow incredibly safe. Until the bill arrives, when your true vulnerabilities are exposed! I would love to stay here if work were to foot the bill, but on second thoughts, I think I'd probably choose the Adlon. Now that is a magical hotel!

Your team of the Kempinski Hotel Bristol Berlin

There is a classic hotel situated in the heart of shopping area of Berlin. There is historical place. Wikipedia says:

1928 an impressive Kempinski restaurant dependency was established in the "New West" at No. 27 Kurfürstendamm, today site of the Kempinski Hotel Bristol.

The hotel’s staff is doing their best to maintain the high standards of Kempinsky. The rooms are not very big. But, they are reasonably furnished and clean. In general , the design of hotel looks a little bit old fashioned.

The hotel provides the good breakfast. Now, there are few restaurants in the same building. There is a right place to stay for business travels – for the meetings there are few cozy & comfortable bars and lobbies.

However, we did not find the special something in this hotel. I do not think it’s right place for romantic week-end.

Thank you very much for taking the time to write an evaluation concerning your stay at our hotel. It was a pleasure for us to read that you were satisfied with the service our team was providing to you.

I stayed 6 nights in this hotel in classic room. Room was very nice and bed was comfy. Air conditioning was good enough, however I'm not sure if weather would have been hotter that would air conditioner has been enough to cool the room. It was only on / off type machine, no extra settings could be done. Bathroom was nice too, although I don't like that much showering in bathtub. It would have been must better to have separate shower.

We are grateful to have received such a nice comment from you regarding your last stay with us. Thank you very much for taking the time to praise our staff and hotel.

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My thoughts really echo what everyone else has highlighted about the Kempinski. It's been around since the early 1950's, and in all honesty -it's showing its age a little. Having said that - it's still a very nice hotel. Lots of dark wood, brass, and dark green marble abound, particularly in the huge reception area. There's a large-ish bar off this area, which reminded me of the image of a gentleman's club of yesteryear. I can't really put my finger on it, but there was little "ambience" -maybe the decor just needs a fresh look by a professional hotel designer?

The room was fine. We had a 'de luxe' room. Plenty of space, comfy bed, good bathroom, excellent shower. Again tho, the decor - whilst perfectly acceptable - could do with a fresher look? Spotlessly clean tho.

We had breakfast there as part of our deal. Good selection. Standard fare of hot & cold food. Minor gripe would be that they have the coffee in small flasks which often failed to be hot. Quickly rectified.

Huge minus points tho for the wi if provision. When will hotels - particularly 4 / 5 star - stop seeing this as a bonus cash cow? There is the provision of a ridiculously slow free 30 mins-then you have to log on again. Otherwise, pay silly amounts for non throttled wi fi. Come on - this is not acceptable in this day and age.

Other than that I can't really be too critical of the Kempinski. He staff were great. Friendly and helpful. Very welcoming. It's dated and a tad old fashioned in places yes, but still very pleasant. Maybe an image make over is a little overdue? Interestingly I have heard that there may be new owners, but there is even a possibility of the Kempinski being demolished! Now that would be a huge mistake.

The hotel is great as it is, with limitations, but has massive potential to be even better.

We are grateful to have received such a constructive comment from you regarding your last stay with us. First of all we would like to thank you very much for taking the time to praise our staff. It is always very motivating to receive such feedback.

Your team of the Kempinski Hotel Bristol Berlin

Nice rooms, great service and great central location. No need to take a taxi to get there since the direct bus 109 from Tegel airport has a stop right next to the hotel.

Dear valued guest,

Thank you very much for taking the time to write an evaluation concerning your time at our hotel.

With great pleasure we could recognize that you enjoyed your time here in Berlin and that we complied with almost all of your expectations. The location is indeed very good and we are more than glad to hear that you enjoyed the service we provided to you.

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OK the main thing that struck me about this hotel was just how great the staff were. They made it for me. Incredibly friendly, helpful and knowledgeable. The rooms were nice, so were the bars. (Dont know about the food). The pool and sauna are nice. If I was being picky (or had paid full price) it could do with a manager going thru it top to bottom, snagging the place, just sorting the few little defects but other than that a great place. (but no coffee/tea making facilities in the room. I don't know if that is the norm in Germany)

We thank you very much for your positive comment regarding our house and employees. We are all trying our best on a daily basis to make the guests feel like home and we are glad you could experience that.

Concerning your remarks we already passed these on to the manager in charge of the in-room facilities.

Should you plan your next trip to Berlin it would be a great pleasure for us to host you and assist you with anything you may need.

Your team of the Kempinski Hotel Bristol Berlin

The hotel is well-located in the shopping district. Room facilities are quite old - we cannot adjust the air-conditioning in the room. Service is great. The only major issue is the internet. It is remarkably slow - 256 and we have to re-log in every 30min! There's a faster internet but they charge €9.9 for it. For the price of the room it seems bizarre that they charge addition for faster internet! It is quite far from the central but public transport is convenient.

Overall okay but wouldn't stay here again.

Thank you very much for taking the time to write an evaluation concerning your time at our hotel. We are honestly sorry to learn that your last stay with us was not to your full satisfaction.

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Wie hier - nur mit anderer Fülle. Jede fruchtige Marmelade mit guter Balance von Süße und Säure funktioniert.

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Szarlotka (Polnischer Apfelkuchen)

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2 El Buttermilch

Mark einer halben Vanilleschote

zu einem Teig verkneten und halbieren. Eine Hälfte ins Gefrierfach, die andere in die Kühlung geben. Nach einer Stunde die gekühlte Teighälfte in ein Backblech drücken und bei 175° Umluft 10 Minuten blindbacken.

1 Kg säuerliche Äpfel, geschält und in Scheiben

50 g brauner Zucker

mit etwas Wasser in einem Topf zum Kochen bringen, gut durchrühren und von der Flamme ziehen. Auf den vorgebackenen Boden geben und die tiefgefrorene Teighälfte darüber reiben. In 40 Minuten fertigbacken. Noch warm mit Eis oder Sahne aufessen.

25th Aug. 2014

150 g Weizenmehl

1 El Vanillezucker

160 g Weizenmehl

1 gestr. Tl Backpulver

zu einem Rührteig verarbeiten und in die Form füllen. Mit entsteinten, halbierten Renekloden eng belegen und weiter 45 Min. backen.

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160 g Weizenmehl

1 gestr. Tl Backpulver

zu einem Rührteig verarbeiten und in eine 28er Springform streichen. Mit

die zuvor halbiert und entkernt wurden, eng belegen.

Mit einem Guss aus

abschließen und 60 Minuten bei 170° backen.

22nd Apr. 2014

50 g Mandeln (blanchiert, gemahlen)

zu einem Hefeteig verarbeiten und mehrmals gehen lassen. Dann auf ein Blech geben und mit einem Glas Kirschmarmelade bestreichen.

1 El Vanillezucker

zu Streuseln verreiben und auf dem Teig verteilen.

13th Apr. 2014

220 g Weizenmehl

zu einem Mürbeteig kneten und kühl stellen.

5 EL Mandarinensaft

zu Karamell verarbeiten und in eine im auf 190° heißen Ofen vorgewärmte Tarteform gießen.

600 g Rhabarber

100 g getrocknete Aprikosen

klein schneiden und zügig darauf verteilen.

Teig ausrollen, über das Obst legen, an den Seiten runterdrücken und 35 Minuten backen. Stürzen und warm essen.

Gäste: Bernd, Alex, Biggi, Bär, Maja und ihr große Schwester

8th Apr. 2014

60 g Weizenmehl

40 g Speisestärke

1 Prise Backpulver

zu einem Biskuitteig verarbeiten und in drei Törtchenformen 20 Minuten bei 160° backen. Auskühlen lassen und halbieren.

50 g Puderzucker

1 Tl Mangopulver

zu einer glatten Creme verrühren. In und auf die Törtchen schmieren und mit Pistazien dekorieren.

31st März 2014

120 g Weizenmehl

120 g Mandeln (gemörsert oder gemahlen)

zu einem Mürbeteig verkneten und mehrere Stunden im Kühlschrank parken. Dann ¾ des Teigs in eine 26er Springform drücken und 20 Min. bei 160° blindbacken.

1 Glas Quittenmarmelade

verrühren und auf den Boden streichen. Aus dem restlichen Teig ein Gitter basteln. Weitere 20 Min. Backen.

Gäste: djh, Suzana + Roland samt Anhang

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