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Germans are upset because of horsemeat in meals and fraudulent labeling of eggs Posted by on Mar 5, 2013

German consumers are very upset these days. Lebensmittelkontrolleure (food inspectors) found out that the Hackfleisch (minced meat) used in several Fertiggerichte (pre-cooked dishes) were mixed with Pferdefleisch (horsemeat). Usually, Germans prefer minced meat made of Schweinefleisch (pork) or Rindfleisch (beef). A couple of days later, media announced that organic eggs were as organic as pesticide-laden…

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German aid organization “Die Tafeln” Posted by on Jul 29, 2011

I think it is important to touch upon social policy matters from time to time. Therefore, I would like to introduce you to the German aid organization “Die Tafeln”, which means well-laid table. Their slogan is: “Essen wo es hingehört” (food to where it belongs to). Although Germany is one of the richest countries in…

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Vegetables and fruits – Gemüse und Früchte Posted by on Apr 16, 2011

fruits and vegetables in german

Hi everybody! Today I want to play a little with vitamines. Not only Vegetarier (vegetarians)  might be interested in vocabulary about fruits and vegetables. No matter if you go to a restaurant or have to buy some things to prepare a meal at home, it would be useful to know some of the following words…

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What do Germans eat for breakfast? Posted by on Jan 18, 2011

When I get in contact with foreign cultures I am always curious about what other peoples have for Frühstück (breakfast). So, I thought that you could be curious, too, about what we Germans have for breakfast. Germans think breakfast is the most important meal of the day because it gives you all the energy you…

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Fasnachtsküchle Posted by on Feb 9, 2010

Currently it is Fasching, Karneval or Fasnacht in Germany. The name varies from region to region. During this Zeit (time) people dress in costumes, funny or traditional (at least different) and have a big party. There are parades, people sing and dance together…and of course there´s a lot of alcohol. Maybe it´s a little bit…

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