A Pfand (pronounced Fahn-d) is a deposit. It’s used as a monetary incentive for people to do something that a seller would like them to do. It’s found throughout German society and once you understand it, it makes total sense. The Pfand is used to get you to manage your…
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Tips on eating and drinking in Germany.
Grocery Store Shopping in Germany
For the longest time, I avoided shopping “out on the economy.” Like many Americans here for the long haul, I restricted my shopping to my post, taking advantage of the Post Exchange (think military Walmart) and Commissary (think of a less than optimal grocery store.) I’d have to say that…
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The Proper Way to Prepare Weisswurst (Vise-Vurst)
https://hackinggermany.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/20240725_121031.mp4Podcast: Play in new window | Download (22.9MB) Have been surprised that a number of American’s that have served in Germany with me for years had never learned that to really enjoy Weisswurst, you should peel the skin off first. Take a look at a professional at work.
Bier, Bier, Bier cried the Privates!
Of course, it’s Germany. How can you hack beer? Let me give you a few pointers…