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Tantalizing Taste Buds: A Day in the Life of a Market Foodie
June 28, 2024
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Are you a foodie with a passion or interest in authentic German cuisine? The Carmel Christkindlmarkt is a haven for food lovers seeking delectable treats and decadent delights. With something for every palate, the Market team is just as excited about these cultural treats as our visitors. Regular exposure to Market vendors during the season has turned us into connoisseurs of German food.
Imagine a day in the life of a Market foodie, indulging in a culinary journey that tantalizes the taste buds. Throughout the year, the Market continues to be the subject of conversation, offering savory plates to sweet temptations that captivate everyone's taste buds.
Day 1: A Foodie's Delight at the Market
Afternoon Treat: Indulge in a Stroopwafel, crispy wafers with a creamy center, accompanied by the traditional Glühwein, a deliciously spiced mulled wine.
Evening Meal: Satisfy your appetite with a classic German sausage, Wurst, grilled to perfection and served with your preferred toppings. Accompany it with a refreshing Weihenstephaner Hefe Weiss (a wheat beer) or Glühbier (a beer mulled from cherries).
Sweet Ending: End your day with a freshly made crêpe or liege waffle, perfectly paired with authentic Bavarian hot chocolate.
Day 2: More Delights to Discover
Snack Time: Enjoy a traditional Laugenbrezel, a hand-rolled Bavarian pretzel, with a German pilsner like Radeberger, a light and hoppy beer.
Dinner Delights: Try Prague Ham, smoked ham, and Tartiflette, a hearty potato and cheese dish.
Dessert Sensations: Indulge in the iconic Chimney Cake, a doughy cylindrical treat covered in cinnamon sugar and filled with sweet or savory treats. It is best enjoyed with a rich latte or mocha.
Day 3: Culinary Treasures Await
Tasty Snack: Savor the soft and spicy Lebkuchen, a traditional German cookie, complemented by freshly brewed black coffee.
Dinner Delight: Experience Raclette, a semi-hard cheese melted onto bread, paired with Kartoffelspieß, spiralized potatoes on a stick.
Sweet Finale: Complete your foodie adventure with hand-dipped chocolate treats, a perfect match for the warm and spiced Glühwein.
What treats and savory dishes will you add to your Carmel Christkindlmarkt bucket list? Let us know on social media!
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