DISCOVERING GERMAN CUISINE: INTERESTING CHARACTERISTICS

13/09/2024
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When it comes to a country's culture, it's impossible not to mention its cuisine. Definitely come to this country to Study abroad in Germany You will have an exciting journey of experiencing the richness of cuisine, as well as the dining rules here. Let's find out with SHB, the predecessor of SHD Academy, in this article!

KHÁM PHÁ ẨM THỰC ĐỨC — DISCOVER GERMAN CUISINE

Features of German culinary culture

It can be seen that German culinary culture is very diverse and rich. With regional differences, German cuisine is rich.

The most famous is bread with more than 300 different types. Besides, Germany is also known as the country of beer with more than 1,300 factories, more than any other country.

Part of what makes German cuisine so rich is that this country shares borders with 9 different countries, so the resonance and exchange of culinary cultures has created diversity in both dishes and unique flavors.

Southwestern German cuisine

The culinary style of the Southwestern region of Germany is partly influenced by France. This is reflected in some dishes such as Schwäbische, Käsespätzle, Flammkuchen and Zwiebelrostbraten. In addition, the cuisine of the Southwestern region also has its own unique characteristics that show the skillful blend of local culture and cuisine.

Bavarian cuisine

Bavaria is located in the south of Germany and is also the largest state in the country. The culinary culture of this region is very diverse and has a fusion of Austrian cooking styles. Typical Bavarian dishes include Knoedel, Leberkaese, Weisswurst, Spaetzle, etc.

In addition, Bavaria is also famous for its more than 600 different types of beer. Every year, the city of Munich attracts a large number of beer lovers to participate in the famous Oktoberfest beer festival.

Cuisine of the Northeastern region of Germany

Northeastern cuisine is considered quite rich due to the diversity and richness of dishes, along with the resonance of many Eastern European cultures. Among them are typical dishes such as Currywurst, Eisbein, Kasseler, Koenigsberger, Klopse, ...

Toasting ceremony

Germans often raise their glasses to celebrate meals, popular toasts include:

Zum Wohl! (with wine)

Prost! (with beer)

These are all toasts of good health. Germans maintain eye contact from the moment they raise their glasses until they are placed back on the table.

Table manners

At the beginning of a meal, you should not start eating until the host says “Guten Appetit”. For knives and forks, the table should be placed in such a way that the knife is placed on your right hand and the fork is placed on your left hand. When the meal is finished, the knives and forks are placed parallel to each other on the right side of the plate.

Knife etiquette during meals

Germans only use knives during meals if absolutely necessary. Therefore, you should not use a knife for dishes that can be torn into pieces with a fork.

Seating at the banquet table

The most important position will be at the head of the table or in the center of the table, from which the next important positions will be arranged in decreasing order from left to right of the table.

German cuisine has many interesting and unique things waiting for you to discover. Join the SHB German Vocational Study Abroad Program (the predecessor of SHD Academy) now to experience it! Hopefully this article helps you understand more about German culinary culture.