Fresh Vegetable Salad

Potato Salad

Pasta with herbs, cheese and sun-dried tomatoes

As the days go by, my palate was continuously pampered with ample servings of meat, seafood, vegetables and cheeses. In my entire stay though, I didn't have any single serving of rice. Potato is more of the staple.

Seafood is generally limited. They have very few types of fishes available much less of crustaceans.

Marinated Herring, the most popular fish in town.

Cold Cuts and Cheeses are so customary.

Breaded Schnitzel with Sautéed Vegetables. The vegetables were a bit sweet.

Roasted Chicken with Curry Sauce and Risotto

Smoked Duck with Greens and Goat Cheese in Dough with Ginger Pear (this appetizer was really nice!)

Buffet Dinner Plate - It was my first time to have tried a deer meat, and I didn't like it at all. It's bland and a bit tough in texture. Generally, I find German dishes salty. This was also a common observation among foreigners who visit the country.

If there's one thing that I would certainly miss from Germany, it's without a doubt the bread! Breads in Europe are really the best!! If we are good in making noodles in Asia, Europeans are equally skilled to make perfect breads.

Indulging in German cuisine isn't just about eating - it's about savoring the rich history and deep flavors that have been passed down through generations. Whether you're biting into a crispy schnitzel or enjoying a plate of bratwurst, each dish tells a story. So, the next time you find yourself craving comfort, let the hearty flavors of Germany take you on a journey.  

Located just 10 minutes away from Holz Minden is a town that's a tad busier - Hoxter (pronounced in German as Hoekste). It's busier in a sense that there's more visible human traffic here. There are more shops and boutiques, as well as a more diverse selections of restaurants.

But apparently, the town is also popular for having nice churches. I've visited some and the ambiance inside was very serene.

There were only two people inside the church when I came in.

And I finally saw a Biergarten (a genuine Beer Garden!) an open-air area where beer, other drinks and local foods are served.

Unlike our humungous shopping centers in Asia, shopping establishments in this part of Germany is oppositely diminutive. However, don't let the size deceive you because there are still great finds in store for any wandering shopper.

I got better priced Lego Toys from this store. A lot cheaper than in Asia!

One of the highlights of my visit in Hoxter was the Schloss Corvey. It's an abbey that was converted into a castle in the 19th century. The castle ground was pretty impressive. There's a museum and a monastery / church inside.

The entire building evidently showcased an artistic Baroque style of architecture. It's generally charming and magnificent.

Hoxter gave me an impression of a remarkably well-preserved medieval town. It provides a peaceful and unhurried living. Coming from a ridiculously fast-phased life in a city-state, that's something worth longing for. And boy was I glad this placid town mesmerized me with such a short but memorable stay.