This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. It all started in the Middle Ages, when sometime in the 1400s German Catholics decided to turn their everyday food ...

HERRNHUT, Germany (AP) — Bright Christmas stars have long been a familiar sight across Germany during the darkest days of the year, but none is more famous — and lately as popular — as the Moravian ...

Experience the Enchanting Christmas Markets of Heidelberg Old Town Step into the heart of winter festivities in Heidelberg’s Old Town, where the joys of the season come alive for all your senses.

In Berlin, the famous market at the city's Gedächtniskirche church opened with service open to the public on Monday morning. Other openings included the Christmas markets at the Rotes Rathaus city ...

DRESDEN, Germany (AP) — When pastry chef Tino Gierig is asked what the famous Dresden stollen tastes like, his eyes sparkle and his voice rises to an enthusiastic sing-song as as he describes the rich ...

Magdeburg attack last December focused attention on security Marketing body says costs jumped 44% over past three years Berlin market has video surveillance, concrete barriers and more security staff ...

These traditional German Christmas Cookies are the perfect addition to your holiday cookie platter. With favorites like almond crescent cookies, spritz cookies and gingerbread cookies you can bake up ...

European Christmas markets are opening this year under tightened security and rising operational costs, as officials across Germany, France and other parts of Europe respond to what authorities ...

Rotkohl — red cabbage braised with apples and onions — is a classic Bavarian side for goose, duck, or pork. This version gets its full flavor from rendered speck, orange zest, and spices like caraway ...

To prevent ramming attacks at Christmas markets, German officials have installed concrete blocks, chain barriers and, in one case, metal bollards removed by a hand-cranked crane. Security personnel ...

Visiting German Christmas Markets is one of our family’s favorite winter traditions. It is a great way to get into the holiday spirit, while drinking delicious hot drinks and doing a little shopping ...

From sides to mains and mulled wine to holiday cookies, here's what to serve on Christmas to celebrate with German flair. Jodie Kautzmann is an editor, baker, and confectioner with more than 15 years ...