Once you move to Germany, you’ll never go back to eating these things! If there’s one thing in Germany I’ve fallen in love with, it’s the very good German food (and the cost of groceries). From crispy German bread to creamy German butter, these 10 German foods will make you never want to eat the Canadian versions again.
Very Good German Food that Make the Canadian Version Suck 😣
- 1. Potato Salad 🥔
- 2. Bread from the Bakery 🍞
- 3. Pizza 🍕
- 4. Chocolate 🍫
- 5. Cheese 🧀
- 6. Butter 🧈
- 7. Cabbage Dishes 🥬
- 8. Asparagus 🥒
- 9. Beer 🍺
- 10. Radla 🍹
1. Potato Salad 🥔
German potatoes are known for their excellent quality, and this is especially evident in their potato salad. Unlike the sour and mayo-heavy potato salad I was used to in Canada, German potato salad is made with Crème fraîche or oil and vinegar, making it taste way better than the Canadian versions. Even the pre-made potato salads in Canada don’t compare to the delicious, crispy, and crunchy German potato salad cooked with bacon, making it a very good German food.
2. Bread from the Bakery 🍞
In Germany, the bread from the bakery tastes a lot better than what you can find in Canada. While Canadian bakeries do have good bread, they can be pricey and hard to find outside of the city. On the other hand, German bakeries offer high-quality bread at a reasonable price. Whether freshly made in a wood stove at a flea market or bought from the supermarket, German bread is a no-brainer. Once you go for German bread, you can’t go back!
3. Pizza 🍕
German pizza is absolutely delicious, especially the original pizza from Naples (I know that is in Italy 😂). In Canada, you often buy pizza by the slice, but in Germany, you get the whole pizza for the same price as a slice in Canada. The crust here is sometimes fluffy, chewy, and delicious, and it’s hard to find really good pizza in Canada that compares to the ones in Germany. There are especially good pizza joints in Düsseldorf.
4. Chocolate 🍫
Chocolate in Canada just doesn’t compare to the quality of chocolate in Germany. Even the cheap chocolate in Germany is a thousand times better than the good chocolate back in Canada. Brands like Ferrero Rocher, Milka, and Kinder offer delicious chocolate that is hard to find the equivalent of in Canada. Even the popular Ferrero products and Milka chocolate bars are far superior in taste compared to the chocolate in Canada.
5. Cheese 🧀
German cheese is of exceptional quality and is available in various forms—from large wheels to individual slices. Its proximity to the Netherlands also means that the cheese is easily accessible and diverse. In Canada, the most common option is cheddar cheese, which is often purchased in large blocks due to its affordability. However, the quality of cheese in Germany far surpasses that of the Canadian versions, making it a very good German food.
6. Butter 🧈
Butter in Germany is a game-changer. It’s thicker, creamier, and fresher than the butter I was used to in Canada. Initially, I was skeptical about the amount of butter my husband would consume, but after trying it myself, I understood why. The superior taste and texture of German butter have completely converted me to the point that I rarely consume butter when I’m back in Canada. My Canadian family was initially surprised by our butter consumption in Germany, but once they tried it, they couldn’t resist indulging in it as well.
7. Cabbage Dishes 🥬
In Germany, there are so many different versions of cabbage dishes, and although my stomach doesn’t always agree with it, I absolutely love it. The cabbage salads here are fresh and can be creamy or made with vinegar and oil, making them simply delicious. Green cabbage and kale are often paired with sausages in the fall, and there’s a lot of food tradition and culture around cabbage in Germany that I really love.
8. Asparagus 🥒
When asparagus season comes around in Germany, it’s a huge ordeal. Both green and white asparagus are very good German food, and Germans really know how to prepare it well. There are multiple different asparagus recipes, including asparagus soup, which I initially hesitated to try because it looked strange, but it turned out to be amazing. While green asparagus is relatively the same in Canada, white asparagus is not that popular, so I definitely keep my asparagus eating when I’m in Germany.
9. Beer 🍺
Beer in Germany is a must-try, and it’s a big part of the culture here (and a great way to make friends 😃). Whether it’s a refreshing Pilsner or a malty bock, the quality and variety of German beer are unmatched. The beer culture in Germany is rich and diverse, and you’ll find that each region has its own unique brews, like the altbier in Düsseldorf. From traditional beer gardens to modern craft breweries (check out these breweries in Düsseldorf), there’s something for every beer lover in Germany.
10. Radler 🍹
Radler, also known as Shanty in Canada, is a popular drink in Germany that’s perfect for quenching your thirst on a hot day. It’s a mix of beer and lemon soda, creating a light and refreshing beverage that’s perfect for summer. Radler in Germany tastes incredibly fresh and is a delightful alternative to traditional beer. While it may not be well-known in Canada, the natural and invigorating flavor of Radler makes it a great choice for anyone looking to enjoy a unique and very good German drink.
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