German food, culture, traditions, recipes, and everyday life in Germany — written for readers in the United States, Canada, the UK, Australia, and around the world who are interested in authentic Germany.
The GermanBuy Magazine covers German food, recipes, traditions, holidays, culture, German products, and everyday life in Germany. Our contributors share knowledge, personal experiences, and insights into the food, customs, products, and traditions they know from Germany.
Written by Mary, Christoph, Martin, and Thomas.
German shampoos have become popular with people looking for everyday hair care from established brands in Germany. The range is remarkably broad, covering shampoos for dry, fine, damaged, colored, oily and normal hair, as well as products designed for different hair and scalp needs. What makes German hair shampoo interesting is not one single ingredient…
A Step-by-Step Guide White sneakers go with almost everything, but dirt, dust, scuff marks and stains can quickly take away their fresh appearance. The good news is that regular, gentle cleaning can keep most white sneakers looking their best. The key is to clean them according to the materials they are made from. Leather, canvas,…
Merry Christmas from GermanBuy As the year comes to an end, I want to take a moment to thank everyone who has supported GermanBuy throughout 2023. Your trust, your orders and your continued support mean a lot to us. Merry Christmas from GermanBuy. We are grateful that we have been able to bring German…
Coffee has a familiar place in everyday life in Germany. It is part of breakfast, a welcome break during the day and, for many people, the perfect companion to a slice of cake in the afternoon. German coffee culture is not about one particular type of coffee. It is about the many ways coffee fits…
How to Clean a Smelly Washing Machine A washing machine is supposed to leave your clothes fresh and clean, so a musty or unpleasant smell coming from the machine can be surprisingly frustrating. In many cases, however, a smelly washer simply needs a thorough cleaning. Regular cleaning helps keep your washing machine fresh and your…
If you have been looking for Huy Fong Sriracha in 2023, you may have noticed that it has become surprisingly difficult to find. The familiar bottle with the green cap and rooster logo has disappeared from many store shelves. Huy Fong Sriracha hot chili sauce became difficult to find during the 2023 shortage. Why…
Flying Goose Sriracha Hot Chilli Sauce vs Huy Fong Sriracha has become one of the world’s best-known hot sauces. You can find it on restaurant tables, in home kitchens, and in recipes ranging from noodles and fried rice to burgers, sandwiches, seafood, and grilled meats. But if you have tried more than one brand, you…
German Household & Cleaning Products: Traditional Tools and Everyday Favorites Cleaning a home does not always require a long list of specialized products. In Germany, everyday household care often relies on a practical combination of suitable cleaning products, simple tools, and established routines. Some products are particularly familiar in German households, while others are everyday…
Few desserts are as recognizable across the German-speaking world as Apfelstrudel. Thin, delicate pastry surrounds a warm filling of apples, raisins, cinnamon, sugar, and buttery breadcrumbs, creating a dessert that is simple in its ingredients but surprisingly rewarding to make at home. Homemade Apfelstrudel combines thin pastry with apples, cinnamon, raisins, and a buttery filling….
How to Make Coffee Without a Coffeemaker You do not need a traditional coffeemaker to make a good cup of coffee. Whether your machine stopped working, you are traveling, or you simply want to make coffee with the equipment you already have, there are several simple ways to brew it. A simple cup of coffee…