From innovative baking soda to pricey vitamin juice and 'libido-boosting' gummy bears, five products are competing for the title of Germany’s most misleading food claim in 2026. Here’s how to have your say.
There’s nothing quite like a cold drink on a hot summer’s day and the Germans know it well. That’s why they’ve got a variety of tasty alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages to cool them down in the hottest months. Here are five you should try.
Somewhere between a pub, a dive bar and a community living room, the mighty Kneipe is a ubiquitous cultural cornerstone in Germany. Here's a pint-sized guide to its history.
In Germany relying solely on high customer ratings is a risky move, but a new Google Maps update reveals if a local business actually earned its high score or simply deleted all its bad reviews
Deutsche Bahn hopes that prohibiting the consumption of alcohol at Berlin’s Zoologischer Garten and Ostbahnhof stations will make the transport hubs cleaner and safer.
April marks a particularly joyful time in every German's calendar: the start of asparagus season. But how did this humble vegetable become a beloved cultural symbol? Here's what you need to know.
Germany doesn’t just offer dietary advice – it actually publishes ten weekly meal plans designed to show residents how to eat. In the finest traditions of intrepid journalism, The Local's Tom Pugh decided to investigate.
Foraging for edible plants can be a fun way to connect with Germany's nature and traditions. Here are some of the herbs you can find, harvest and eat in spring.
From succulent Weißwurst to hearty Käsespätzle, Bavarian cooking is known for giving German favourites a unique alpine twist. These 10 dishes should be on anyone's lists of must-tries while visiting the region.
A recent survey by the Pew Research Centre delved into what people feel proudest about in their country, with Europeans pointing to history, food and culture among the main reasons.
German wine is under pressure – but it’s never been more interesting. From everyday bottles to special‑occasion standouts, here are eight German wines worth seeking out.
From Parma ham to Champagne, Europe protects authentic food. Here's how Germany’s own food labels reward soil, climate and craft – and help shoppers spot real quality on supermarket shelves.
Part of the fun of moving to a new country is trying new foods and eating habits. From more potatoes to quark to Döner kebabs, here are the German foods that The Local readers have made their own.
Whether you've become a fan of the Döner kebab, Abendbrot or Apfelschorle, we want to hear the German food and drink habits you've taken on since moving to the country – and the things from home you can't go without.
A farm in Saxony didn't like the idea of a mountain of its hard-grown potatoes being wasted. Now truckloads of tubers are on their way to Berlin and Leipzig to be freely distributed.
Only one country in the EU offers alcoholic drinks at even lower prices than Germany, new figures reveal. However it's a different story for other drinks.
It might not be to everyone's taste, but the reasons many Germans sit down to a hearty meal of carp on Christmas Eve go far beyond simple questions of flavour.
Invited to a German Christmas dinner and don’t know what to expect? Forget about Turkey with cranberry sauce, say goodbye to mince pies and Christmas pudding and embrace these specialities.
Germany's Christmas markets brighten up the cold and dark winter season. As well as picking up homemade gifts and ornaments, make sure you try these delicious snacks and drinks.
As the chilly autumn days set in, hoards of Germans wrap up warm and venture out into the forests to forage mushrooms. Here are some of the best spots to go to - and some tips for getting started.
Porcini, chanterelles, and puffballs: numerous varieties mushrooms pop up in Germany, especially in rainy regions when the weather is warm. But before you go foraging, you need to know the basics about how to stay safe.
