News for the Ramstein, Kaiserslautern, Landstuhl & Baumholder military communities in Germany 
’Tis the season to spoil your dog! Like us humans, most dogs love few things more than food. If we get seasonal delights such as gingerbread, cinnamon stars and marzipan potatoes, so should they. This recipe will make for fantastic Christmas gifts for your canine loved ones. I love baking […]
Tucked into a picturesque valley in the Eifel region of Germany, Monschau is a gem. Natural beauty and a lovely downtown make for a memorable visit. It also has a Christmas market that is one of Germany’s best. Every road that leads to Monschau is a good one. Nestled next […]
A trip to the extreme northern stretches of Finland can seem almost as magical as Santa Claus, even in the wintertime. If you’re looking for off-the-beaten-path adventure that leads you to wilderness, northern lights, and real live reindeer, consider Finland. “Mom, is this real?” My skeptical 8-year-old daughter asked. “Of […]
When planning a romantic winter holiday, you may be thinking of Switzerland and the French Alps. One thing I can guarantee is missing from your list is Scotland. Famous for its culinary abominations, lack of understandable English speakers and perpetual rainfall, Scotland is a magnificent country to visit year-round. There […]
The Best Vanillekipferl (Vanilla Crescents) Every first weekend of December our house is filled with the most incredible cookie aroma coming from the kitchen. My German husband makes these cookies every year like clockwork! The recipe is very special because it was passed down to him from his mother, and […]
“Mom, how far do you think it goes?” my daughter asked. “Well, we passed another tunnel entrance up the road around the corner. Maybe there,” I replied. “Look, an air shaft!” A stream of light poured into the dark space from a square hole above us. We continued along the […]
“Hippie one line up and wait three two right,” my husband says from the drivers seat. I roll my eyes. Always a pilot. “Cleared for takeoff,” he continues and then steps on the gas. “Weeeee!” yell the kids from the back seat. It’s not every day Dad gets to show […]
When many service members are notified they have been selected for an assignment overseas they may be excited about a variety of things, like the prospect of traveling and experiencing a new culture.
Germany is one of Europe’s largest winegrowing countries.
From September to early December, the harvest season sees wine fests of all sizes in almost every town.
Comedy Club at Kazabra Comedy Club at Kazabra welcomes you back for another night of laughs with “GI Jokes” 8 to 10 p.m., Nov. 12. This show is for ages 18 and over. Cost is $10 per person at the door. For more information, call the Kazabra Club at 489-7261 […]
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