Potsdam in a Day: History, Culture and a Taste of Germany ๐ฉ๐ช
Just an hour away from the bustle of Berlin, Potsdam is a peaceful city full of charm. If you’re looking for ideas, here are some of the places and flavors that made our weekends in
Spring with Rhubarbโค๏ธ A European Favorite๐ฟ
I still remember my first spring in Germany. At the supermarket, I saw piles of red, celery-like stalks and thought, โWhat is this?โ I noticed other shoppers carefully picking through them, and I couldnโt help
Not Quite Tokyo: Discovering Sushi Culture in Berlin๐ฃ
Sushi Restaurants in Berlin When you think of a sushi restaurant in Japan, what probably comes to mind is casual conveyor-belt sushi (Kaiten-Sushi) or the traditional style where a sushi chef carefully prepares each piece
Strawberry Season in Germany๐ A Sweet Taste of Spring
Spring in Germany isnโt just about asparagusโitโs also strawberry season! ๐ From April through early summer, bright red strawberry stands (Erdbeerstรคnde) start appearing all over town. Youโll see them in front of supermarkets, on the
Bee Pollen for Hay Fever? ๐ My Experience from a German Farmerโs Market
Lately, I came across a natural remedy for hay fever – bee pollen (Blรผtenpollen) – which is said to help strengthen your immune system ๐ฟ. Intrigued, I picked up a jar of Deutscher Blรผtenpollen at
Asparagus ๐ฑ A True Sign of Spring in Germany
When I spent my first spring in Germany, one thing truly surprised me: the markets and supermarkets overflowing with fat, gorgeous stalks of white and green asparagus! ๐ In Japan, when we think of “premium
๐ฉDonuts & Parfaits: A Sweet Stroll Through Berlin๐จ
When you think of Berlin and donuts, the classic Berliner probably comes to mind ๐. But in truth, this city is full of hidden gemsโcozy cafรฉs serving up seriously delicious donuts in all shapes and
A Taste of Easter ๐ฃ Traditions, Treats, and Family Memories
Signs of Spring in Germany When spring arrives in Germany, Easter is one of the first events that truly makes you feel the change in season. I still remember my first spring in Berlin. What
๐ธHanami Picnic in Japan: Tasting Spring Under the Blossoms
Did you know that every spring in Japan, something magical happens? Cherry blossoms โ or sakura โ suddenly burst into bloom, turning parks and streets into soft pink dreamscapes. Itโs during this short but special
April 1st Is Poisson dโavril Day๐
Did you know that April 1st isnโt just about jokes and pranks everywhere in the world? In France, itโs a day filled with laughter, traditionโand fish! ๐ Every spring, Iโm reminded of a French picture
Pancake Hopping in Berlin: Soufflรฉ or Fluffy?๐ฅ
My younger daughter, now a high school student, is really into pancakes these days. After school, she often stops by her favorite cafรฉs with friends to enjoy bubble tea or cake, and she also loves
What Is Mardi Gras? ๐ญ A French Celebration of Fun and Food
What is Mardi Gras? In Japan, March is often associated with Hinamatsuri, the Doll Festival. But in France, thereโs another special occasionโMardi Gras. Translated to “Fat (Gras) Tuesday (Mardi)” in French, Mardi Gras is a
