by HF | May 27, 2019 | Berlin, History and culture, Tips, advice, suggestions
Alexander and Wilhelm von Humboldt and Their Home in Tegel Berlin is a vast metropolis that no one can ever fully explore, but it can be a lot of fun trying. I have spent a lot of time in the German capital, with many visits over several decades and even living there...
by HF | Dec 24, 2018 | German vocabulary, History and culture
Introduction Besides being a popular hot beverage that warms your body and soul in the chill of winter, Feuerzangenbowle, also known as Krambambuli, is featured at German Christmas markets, and has a long Germanic university student tradition that dates back to the...
by Erin "ebe" Porter | Oct 15, 2018 | Daily life, German vocabulary, History and culture, Tips, advice, suggestions
Berlin’s grocery stores can be a chaotic introduction to life in Germany. Discounters like Aldi and Lidl skimp on presentation for bargain-basement prices. Fancier chains like Rewe and Edeka have recently upped their games with fancy salad bars, fresh sushi, and even...
by HF | Jun 11, 2018 | Daily life, Expat issues, German language, German vocabulary, Tips, advice, suggestions
8 Essential Facts About Public Toilets in Germany Wo selbst der Kaiser zu Fuß hingeht One of the first useful phrases any language student should learn is: “Where is the restroom?” in the target language. In German that would be “Wo ist die...
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