Berlin - Yummies

One of my favorite parts about traveling, is indulging in all the ethnic food. I'd probably never be referred to as a "picky eater". In fact.. I'll most likely try anything once. This will be part one of the food porn trilogy. I want to share with you some of the deliciousness that was inhaled during our time in Berlin, and let me just say.. I think Anthony Bourdain would be proud. Buddy, this pork is for you!

Eisban! A Berlin specialty: huge pork foreshank steamed to perfection.

Wiener assortment... tee hee.

When in Berlin.. drink a Berliner Kindl!

Traditional German schnitzel.

Bratwurst!

Mmm.. beer.. lots and lots of beer!

Breakfast of champions!

Soo yummy. Baked cheese toast with sausage. 

Gotta have some doner kabobs when in Europe! They're just too good to pass up. 

All that walking required plenty of caffeine.

Pretty sure this is the biggest juicebox.. ever. 

 Sorry to all my veggie readers.. but when in Rome Berlin... Nom nom nom.

P.S. If you're planning a trip to Berlin and want to try some traditional German food, you must visit Restaurant Leibniz-Klause. So. Good!

Berlin - Schloss Charlottenburg

Every major European city has its own showplace, and Berlin's Schloss Charlottenburg does not disappoint. A grand reminder of imperial days, this palace served as a city residence for the Prussian rulers.

So gorgeous and peaceful... Happy Friday everyone!!

Berlin - Topographie des Terrors

I don't mean to be a downer on this gorgeous Friday afternoon, but I can't go back to talking about Germany without mentioning the giant pink elephant in the room. Hitler's national Socialists (Nazis) ruled Berlin for twelve years, between 1933 and 1945. Although more than half a century has passed since that tragic time in history, remnants of the horrific events still linger throughout Berlin. Walking through the Topographie des Terrors was bittersweet. It was incredible to see pieces of the Berlin Wall still intact, yet still devastating to think about what the great wall signified. Within the cellar remains of the Nazis' Reich Security Main Office, photos and documents explain the secret state police and intelligence organizations that planned and executed Nazi crimes against humanity. The fates of both perpetrators and victims are included in this free open-air exhibit.

Just had to share... A much happier post is coming right up, promise!