In Germany, Christmas, and especially Christmas Eve, is the time to eat drink and be merry. If you've ever wondered what a traditional Christmas meal in the city of Berlin might look like, read on. The following Christmas foods might make it difficult to not want to travel immediately to Berlin!
Drink
Gluhwein is the German version of mulled wine that is served from Mid-November onwards. You will find this spiced wine in every Christmas market in town and even in restaurants.
Gluhwein Berlin
A similar drink is the Feuerzangenbowle which is a spiced wine mixed with rum. The term translates to 'fire punch' and is a Christmas staple every year. If you are craving something more similar to Eggnog, then try Eierlikor, another festive drink that is made with vanilla, egg yolks, sugar, brandy and some more spirits.
Eat
As many Germans are Catholic and go to midnight mass without eating meat before, the Christmas staple is instead fish in the form of salmon, herring and carp.
salmon berlin
Salads & Sides
Potatoes form the bulk of both sides and salads in the form of German dumplings called kartoffelpuffer, which is a type of french fries and is served with meat, bread and vegetables.
Salads Sides
German potato salad is also popular during Christmas time and often accompanies apple sausage and chestnut stuffing.These are especially popular if meat is being served. You will often find Kale, red cabbage or sauerkraut on the Christmas table.
Dessert
The special cookies made during Christmas are called Weihnachtsplatzchen and can be found in a variety of styles and are made using different recipes.
Dessert
These cookies were first made in Franconian monasteries in the Middle Ages and Lebkuchen is a heart shaped cookie that is one of the most intricate of them all. Stollen is a popular fruitcake that you will find around Christmas. You will commonly find all German desserts during the festive season being spiced with ingredients such as orange, cinnamon, cardamom and cloves.
Kartoffelpuffer
Kartoffelpuffer
A vegetarian-friendly treat, the kartoffelpuffer is a pan-fried pancake made with grated potatoes, flour, eggs and onions. This well-loved dish can be enjoyed as a sweet or savoury treat – you can satisfy your sugar cravings by dipping this is applesauce, or have it as a savoury delight by pairing it up with garlic sauce or meat.
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