Savoring Authentic Bavarian Cuisine at Haxnbauer Munich Posted on June 13, 2024July 12, 2024 By Travelworldwide If you love a good roast pork dinner served in the traditional Bavarian style, then Haxnbauer in Munich is the place for you. This restaurant specializes in hearty Bavarian food, particularly traditional pork knuckle. Located near Marienplatz, Haxnbauer is a large and busy restaurant, so it’s a good idea to book a table in advance or be prepared to wait. In Bavaria, meat is a staple, so vegetarians might find it a bit challenging to find a suitable meal. At Haxnbauer, you can expect large portions of meat, slowly roasted on a spit, and served with hearty potato dumplings. The garnish is minimal, usually just a token lettuce leaf. A friend from Munich recommended Haxnbauer to us. It’s a popular spot for both locals and tourists who want to enjoy a warm, friendly atmosphere and authentic Bavarian food and beer. The signature dish is roast pork or veal knuckle, marinated and slowly roasted in front of a charcoal grill, visible from the outside. If you’re a meat lover, you can order a whole pork knuckle to share between two people. Alternatively, you can get a plate of sliced pork or veal knuckle with potato dumplings and a salad. Other Bavarian specialties include smoked Bavarian ham with radish, Bavarian meatloaf with potato and cucumber salad, or pork knuckle jelly. For vegetarians, the “Fitness Salad” is an option, featuring radish, tomato, cucumber, and carrots with a sour cream dressing. Although I enjoyed my meal and wheat beer at Haxnbauer, I found myself craving something fresh and green afterward. We stayed at Hotel Falkenturm, a comfortable and budget-friendly hotel that’s well-located for sightseeing. The guidebook I used for this trip was the pocket-sized DK Eyewitness Top 10 guide to Munich, which I found perfect for short visits. Blog
Blog Strolling Through the Enchanting Bluebells of Prior’s Wood in Bristol Posted on March 19, 2024July 12, 2024 April and May are the months when bluebells bloom in England, but this year, April also brought a lot of rain. For several weekends, I watched the bluebells in our front garden, eager to explore the bluebell woods around Bristol but deterred by the heavy rain. Finally, a sunny day… Read More
Blog Exploring Dorset’s Jurassic Coast by Bicycle Posted on May 28, 2024July 12, 2024 As summer was winding down, I decided to spend a day cycling in Dorset with my daughter. Dorset is one of England’s most picturesque counties. We started our journey in Dorchester and made our first stop in Moreton for some refreshments and a visit to the beautiful Lulworth Cove. We… Read More
Blog A Week of History, Wine, and Music on the Lüftner Rhine River Cruise Posted on May 24, 2024July 12, 2024 In this episode of our travel podcast, I share the details of a Rhine River cruise I took with my husband, Guy. We explored charming riverside towns from Basel to Cologne, indulged in delicious food and wine, and delved into the rich history of this fascinating river. We began our… Read More