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Exploring Spiez Castle: A Historical Gem in Switzerland • European Cuisine, Culture & Travel©
Arriving in Switzerland at my stay in Spiez I admired the gorgeous view over Lake Thun from the veranda. I decided the same afternoon to walk down the hill to the historic castle. First mentioned in historical records in the 10th century, the position of the castle made it an essential strategic site for controlling the trade routes on Lake Thun. The castle has undergone …
Delicious Greek Pasta Salad for your Summer BBQ • European Cuisine, Culture & Travel©
This Greek pasta salad is one of my favorite summer and barbecue salads. It is easy and quick to make in 30 minutes with few ingredients, healthy, light and refreshing whether as an appetizer, side dish or small main course. I was in Greece for the first time a couple of years ago, and since then I can’t get enough of Greek cuisine. Greek pasta …
The 10 most charming, historic Towns in Germany • European Cuisine, Culture & Travel©
I have lived half of my life in Germany and traveled extensively the last 20 years. I had someone ask me the other day, which town in Germany has the most “Old Town feel”. Usually when I get asked, people refer to the historic town centers that have retained much of their medieval charm, which entails cobble stone streets, half timbered homes (Fachwerk) and historical …
Moist and tender Greek Yoghurt Peach Muffins • European Cuisine, Culture & Travel©
Greek Yogurt Peach Muffins have a moist and tender texture with a slight tanginess. I used Greek Yoghurt as a substitute instead of the German Quark. The addition of diced peaches adds a juicy burst of flavor and sweetness to the muffins. The muffins are soft and fluffy, making them a delightful treat for breakfast or as a snack. The combination of the moist crumb …
Streusel (Crumb) Pudding cake • European Cuisine, Culture & Travel©
The Streusel (Crumb) Pudding cake meets all the criteria of a great recipe. It’s easy to bake, tastes great and is enough for everyone. The cake can be made with fruit or berries, like tart cherries, peaches or apricots To save time, the Pudding and Streusel can be made a day before and refrigerated. After cooking the pudding, to prevent skin from forming on top, …
Broccoli-Cheese Breakfast Casserole • European Cuisine, Culture & Travel©
Start your day right with a prep-ahead Broccoli-Cheese casserole. Packed with broccoli, zucchini, cheese, ham, and eggs, it's a delicious low-carb option. For a heartier meal, consider adding a pie crust or toasted bread at the bottom, but be sure to pre-bake the crust to avoid sogginess.
Palatschinken, a sweet Austrian Pancake Dessert • European Cuisine, Culture & Travel©
Last October I stayed at an Austrian B&B near Salzburg. The Alpine looking home reminded me of my favorite TV show “Der Bergdoktor“. It was late afternoon, so I searched online for Restaurants near me, where I could eat some Austrian cuisine. An hour later I had a nice dinner with a Palatschinken Austrian pancake as a dessert The Racklwirt Guesthouse was very close, in …