Today we're going to show you how to prepare Brandenburg stewed cucumbers! The "Schmorgurke" is a coarser and knobbier cucumber that is found in Germany, but you can use any cucumber you have at your disposal. Traditionally, this dish is made with bacon and milk, but you can also use almond milk and vegan margarine and leave out the bacon. Guten appetit!

In this video, Paula gives a presentation about the federal state of Brandenburg, which entirely surrounds Berlin. Enjoy!

Today, Cettina and Sabine are cooking a traditional “Wedding Soup," a dish that is typical of Lower Saxony. It's very hearty and perfect for wintertime!

The women of Weinsberg pull off their escape ploy with such success that even King Conrad is impressed!

A greedy king, a castle, a siege, and a trio of brave (and hungry) citizens… what will happen next? Discover the “The Ruse of the Brave Women of Weinsberg,” a legend that takes us back to High Middle Ages!

Round out your knowledge of Germany’s federal states (Bundesländer) with this video on Lower Saxony. Find out where it is, how it got its name, and what kinds of natural wonders can be found there.

At European Hansemuseum in Lübeck, a special exhibition — built entirely out of Lego bricks! — depicts the history of the Hanseatic League. “Hanseatic League: Brick-Rich” will also be traveling to Emden, Braunschweig, and the Netherlands.

Currywurst is one of the most popular snacks in Berlin! But what’s the original recipe — and who invented here? Here, our charming cooking team shows you how to make authentic currywurst, and tells you a bit about its history.

Jan gives a class presentation on the federal state of Berlin, which is of course also Germany's capital city, telling us a bit about its geographical qualities, history, and attractions. Will he be able to improve his grade this time?

Jacob recites two poems by Mascha Kaléko: “Interview mit mir selbst” and “Im Exil.” The German-Jewish poet had to flee to America in 1938, and her works were banned in Germany after the Nazis labeled them “harmful and undesirable.”

On October 3, 2020, Germany celebrated 30 years since the official reunification. The Wall itself may be long gone, but for many Germans, a “wall” still exists in their minds. How does the generation that grew up in a united Germany feel about it?

Hambach Castle is one of the most important landmarks in Germany, as its history is the history of the country as we know it today. Every year, thousands of tourists visit the castle and learn about the Hambach Festival, which — spoiler alert — was more than just a party!

As the 30th anniversary of the fall of Berlin Wall approaches, this report takes stock of how far Germany has come, and what still needs to be done. Emphasizing the importance of transparency and freedom of speech has helped reunite the nation – but other divides have also emerged.

Former civil rights activist Roland Jahn and photographer Andreas Rost both played a role in the resistance and fall of the Berlin Wall. Thirty years later, they recall some of the crucial moments from a period in recent German history that was characterized by both unity and division.

Cettina talks about the German traditions that take place on Pentecost and Whit Monday.