GermanBuy Magazine

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.

Nivea Creme: Your Skincare Essential

Nivea Creme: Your Skincare Essential

NIVEA Creme is one of the most recognizable skincare products associated with Germany. The familiar blue tin has been part of everyday skincare for generations, and the classic cream is still known for its rich texture, distinctive fragrance, and versatile use. NIVEA Haus in Warnemuende, Germany.   A German Skincare Classic NIVEA Creme was introduced…

How do I get my white net curtains white again?

How do I get my white net curtains white again?

White net curtains can gradually lose their fresh appearance. Dust, cooking fumes, nicotine, and everyday household odors can leave white fabrics looking gray or yellow over time. Fortunately, there are several simple ways to freshen them up. Simple ways to freshen and whiten net curtains.   How to Whiten Net Curtains Before trying a special…

Where to buy German food online in 2023

Where to buy German food online in 2023

If you live outside Germany, you may sometimes miss the foods you know from home. Perhaps it is a favorite chocolate, a particular mustard, a familiar coffee or simply something you remember from a trip to Germany. Finding those products locally is not always easy. German food and groceries available online in 2023.   Why…

Christmas Eve

Christmas Eve

For many people in Germany, Christmas Eve, December 24, is the most important evening of the Christmas season. It is traditionally a time for family, a special meal, Christmas music, and, for many families, the exchange of presents. Christmas Eve is known as Heiligabend in German. Although Christmas Day itself is December 25, the evening…

How to make Apfelschorle (German Apple Spritzer)?

How to make Apfelschorle (German Apple Spritzer)?

Apfelschorle, also called Apfelsaftschorle, is one of the simplest and most familiar drinks in Germany. It is made by mixing apple juice with sparkling water, creating a refreshing drink with a pleasant balance of fruitiness and carbonation. What I like about Apfelschorle is that it does not need a complicated recipe. You can make it…

What German candy is hard to get or not available in the US?

What German candy is hard to get or not available in the US?

German candy comes in far more varieties than many people outside Germany may realize. Alongside familiar chocolate and gummy candy, German confectionery includes licorice, fruit-flavored sweets, herbal candies, chewy treats, hard candies, and many seasonal specialties. Some are widely available internationally, while others can be surprisingly difficult to find outside Germany. Why Is Some German…

What do you eat for Christmas in Germany?

What do you eat for Christmas in Germany?

What Germans eat for Christmas depends very much on the family, the region, and even which day of Christmas is being celebrated. There is no single German Christmas dinner that everyone has on the table. Some families keep Christmas Eve simple with potato salad and sausages, while others serve fish or a more elaborate meal….

What to eat for breakfast in Germany?

What to eat for breakfast in Germany?

A typical German breakfast is usually simple, relaxed, and centered around bread and rolls. Depending on the household and region, a breakfast table may include fresh bread rolls, sliced bread, butter, cheese, cold cuts, jam, honey, yogurt, fruit, and a cup of coffee or tea. What Is a Typical German Breakfast? Bread is at the…

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