(Previously: We arrive at the best preserved medieval city in Germany.) Night Watchman Tour Following our evening nap, we begrudgingly pulled ourselves out of our warm twin beds and headed toward the Marktplatz to meet Hans Georg Baumgartner and about 60 other tourists. Hans Georg, the Night Watchman himself, arrived just minutes before the Town Hall Clock (circa 1635) struck... Read more
(Here goes the first of many recaps — prepare yourselves!) The Romantic Road Our flight from State College to Frankfurt through Philadelphia was long but manageable. We landed, located our luggage, and got the keys to our rental car: a 2010 Audi A4 wagon. Nick was like a little boy on Christmas morning. I happily assumed my position as co-pilot... Read more
Grüß Gott, friends! Deutschland was nothing short of lovely. Despite the cold and rainy weather, I am in love with Bavaria. I already miss: the rich history and romantic architecture; the sound of cow bells at the foot of the Alps; brezen and hefeweizens; local maibaums. The list goes on. But I am happy to return to American coffee, college... Read more
(scheduled to post from Germany) Our recipe collection is finally up to date! Check out the tab above. And allow me to direct you to some of our favorite fall dishes (most of which involve some form of apples). Autumn Salad Sweet Potato and Apple Soup Tortellini Soup Chicken in Puff Pastry with Apple Butter Ravioli with Apples and Pears... Read more
(scheduled to post from Germany) Happy 28th birthday to my wonderful husband! Here’s hoping we can find a new pair of lederhosen for you to wear today. And a hat just like this. Ich liebe dich. Read more
We’ve been planning this trip for almost a year; Nick has been envisioning it for much longer. And today we finally leave for Germany! Here’s a sneak peek at our plans: Drive the Romantic Road of quintessential German scenery and culture: medieval castles and Gothic cathedrals and walled villages. Spend a night in Rothenburg ob der Tauber and see the... Read more
I volunteered to work on Sunday. And by work I mean I helped to plate food and pour wine for WPSU’s Wine Celebration. This was the second annual wine festival to benefit my station, and I was happy to be part of the planning committee this year. I was even happier to help Marnie Old on the day of the... Read more
Early last week Nick and I were craving an old fall favorite: pumpkin sausage pasta. It’s loaded with cinnamon and nutmeg and sage and garnished with Parmesan cheese. It’s early autumn on a plate. But, alas, our local supermarket was sold out of canned pumpkin. The horror! Apparently we’re in a pumpkin depression. However, as pumpkin deprived as we may... Read more
I don’t mind working long hours when it means I get to hang out in the kitchen of a culinary school. And sample pumpkin puree with chipotle brown butter. And visit the pastry lab. Where students bake kugelhopf and brioche and pretzel baguettes. Yes, I’m getting more comfortable with a microphone in my hand. {credit PCToday} And I’m really starting... Read more
My ten-year high school reunion is next month, but I was able to catch up with an old friend in the comfort of her own bakery a few weekends ago. I met Amy in second grade when she moved to Pennsylvania from Germany. (Ironically, both her father and my father-in-law were stationed at the same two military bases! I think... Read more