Let’s talk about food! Specifically Nothern Germany food. Is it different to elsewhere in Germany?
The short answer is yes. You’ll find different options. Even dishes you think you know from having eaten them in other regions can be different in Northern Germany.
As you may expect, seafood plays a much bigger part in Northern German cuisine but there are other differences too.
In this article, we’re talking about everything North German food so you’ll have a great introduction to German cuisine in this part of the country whether you’re snacking on the street or ordering in a restaurant.
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In the video below, you’ll find a great introduction to North German food with 15 specialities and other information about what to expect on your plate including the German name for dishes you’ll want to try.
There’s more variety than you might expect and you’ll definitely want to learn about the delicious soups and pastries. If you love seafood, you’ll especially enjoy this part of the country.
Northern German Food by Cooking The World
The video from Cooking the World explores the diverse food culture of Northern Germany, highlighting various traditional dishes, particularly those from Schleswig-Holstein, including seafood and regional specialties.
It walks you through the different dishes you will find, such as Franzbrötchen, Fischsuppe, and Backfish, and describes exactly what they are and what you may eat with them.
German food is more seasonal and regional than you might expect so make sure you also try dishes here that you tried in other regions. You are likely to be pleasantly surprised by the differences.
I recommend you note down the dishes that look especially good for you so you remember to try them in Northern Germany. Don’t forget to try the Friesentorte!
Want to learn more about German food? Find our guide to typical dishes here and the most popular foods here. You can also find all our German food articles here or read about Lübeck in this part of Germany here.
