World-famous German beer is an integral part of the country's history and culture. Out of over 1200 breweries, from the North Sea to the Alps, flow 5000 different kinds of beer on tap. A meal is also as versatile as the beer in Germany. Whether fresh fish from the traditional Hamburg fish market, or potatoes, the apples of the earth - which have been served either as salt potatoes, stewed potatoes or as potato-cakes since the 18th century - nothing more could be missing from a menu. However, what would Germany be without sauerkraut and, of course, sausage - with plenty of mustard - prepared plain-boiled, boiled with spices, raw or as bratwurst?
And a schnapps cannot be missing from a meal. You will see...German food and drinks hold the body and soul together.