May 2, 2011
Hungary will host its first ever craft beer festival from May 13-14th at Mikszáth Kálmán Square in Budapest. The festival’s aim is to showcase the achievements of Hungarian craft-beer, that has been largely overlooked due to Hungary’s primary classification as a wine-country. From all corners of the country, 10 microbreweries will bring more than 200 barrels of [...]
October 13, 2010
Oktoberfest celebrated its 200th anniversary this year. Here are some photos of the event.
August 24, 2010
On October 12, 1810, the townspeople of Munich came together to honor the marriage of Bavarian Crown Prince Ludwig to Princess Therese von Sachsen-Hildburghausen. The following day, celebrations continued with various activities, including concerts, parties, balls, and even a horse race. It was so spectacular and intense that the royals of Bavaria decided to hold another event [...]
July 6, 2010
A visit to Germany is incomplete without going to an authentic German beer festival. Here are the top 10 beer festivals that will have you saying “Prost!” 10) Hanover Schützenfest The world’s biggest marksman’s festival is celebrated every year in Hannover. It combines a fair with shooting matches among members of the local marksmen’s association, [...]
June 11, 2010
The 1st annual event of BeerFest Slovenia will be taking place from June 16th – June 20th in Ljubljana at their Exhibition and convention center. A wide range of beers from various Slovenian and European breweries will be represented at the festival. In addition, visitors can relax and enjoy live music and entertainment. In cooperation with the City of [...]
May 12, 2010
Definition of a Beer Stein A beer stein is a traditional German beer tankard or mug, made of pewter, silver, wood, porcelain, earthenware or glass with a hinged lid and levered thumblift. The word “stein” is of German origin. The etymology of the word is either from “Stein Krug” (meaning stone jug/mug) or from “Steingut” (meaning stone [...]
April 14, 2010
There’s no doubt that the Czechs are truly passionate and proud of their beer heritage. In fact, the country leads the world in per capita beer consumption. Beer is served almost everywhere in the country especially in Prague, where there are a countless numbers of pubs and restaurants. So, if you’re wondering what beers to [...]
August 25, 2009
The following is a common list of German food & drink terms. Basics Abendessen – Supper Frühstück – Breakfast Guten Appetit! – Enjoy the meal! Ich Bin Satt – I’m Full Ich habe Hunger – I’m Hungary Mittagessen – Lunch Prost! – Cheers! Dining Out Terms Gaststätte – Restaurant Hauptspeisen – Entrées, Main Courses Kellner [...]