German cuisine

There are several states in Germany, and each has its own specialities.

Specialties by region:

Bavaria

• Weisswürste ('white sausages' - a speciality from Munich, traditionally eaten before 12 o'clock)
• Bier (Beer)
• Knödel (made from potatoes or white bread)
• Schweinsbraten

Bremen

• Kohl und Pinkel

Franken

• Bratwurst (Big 'grilled' Sausages)
• Klöße

Pfalz

• Saumagen

Other famous German dishes:

• Hasenpfeffer (rabbit stew)
• Schweinshaxe (Pork hock)
• Sauerkraut (pickled cabbage)
• apple strudel
• spaetzle
• sauerbraten
• stollen (bread with dried fruit and nuts)
• marzipan
• wienerschnitzel (bread veal cutlet)

See also: cuisine, cooking.