I am 4th generation German in the midwest USA, My husband is 9th generation on his mutter's side. Both our families immigrated as farmers. My husband's family still farms, and when we visit they always call the guys in from the fields for coffee. The coffee is always strong and the desserts are always good - and very plentiful!
I just recently came across your videos, and I must say, you are delightful and very informative. I am enjoying learning from your vast and diversified knowledge of the finer things in life. I'm in the process of catching up on your past segments, and look forward to the newer shows.
Mary Beth I learn so much from you about Germany and your love for celebrating with family and friends.You have given me a desire to bring out (and wash) dust off my special pieces to celebrate with my friends (I've called an old friend yesterday and she's coming over Tuesday!) and even use some of the special techniques to include a German accent of style of celebration. I'm watching all your videos and enjoying myself so much thank you for sharing your knowledge of Germany and how to keep elegance in our life for our family and for MYSELF too!
It takes all of us to keep tabletop interesting and classy. I want to make vintage china, crystal, and silver popular again. Missing our friends and family in Germany. We can't wait to get back to our home there. It's been 2 years and we can hardly stand it. Hope to sneak over this summer if they open the border.
Something I most look forward to post pandemic life is to have an elegant but unfussy gathering with friends. I like this alternative to the English tea time!
I am first generation Australian and half of my heritage is Dutch, I am very familiar with this type of morning coffee and afternoon tea and it is enjoyable. We usually have one type of cake that's not too heavy or some "speculaas" biscuits (cookies), and all year round the house has small simple arrangements of fresh cut flowers from the garden. The simplicity of this European way of taking tea & coffee means it's not an overwhelming thing to do, and that it can become part of your every day routine and also enhance it.
Absolutely love this…I love learning how coffee and tea time are expressed around the world. My beloved grandmother purchased strawberry shortcakes for my birthday from a very popular German bakery near her home. I have never forgotten how delicious they were! Looking through my silverware collection I remembered I have a few pieces in the Hildesheimer Rose pattern; I am definitely going to look for a “cream spoon” now that I know its importance. Thank you♥️☕️🫖
@@LadyMaryBeth Here in Southern California where I live, there used to be a popular German restaurant called Hoppe's Old Heidelberg which served up delicious German food. They also had exquisite German desserts that were to die for. 🇩🇪🍖🍗🍰☕
Sounds delicious! 🇩🇪❤️ I lived in Heidelberg during college and miss it there. Strolling down Hauptstraße and enjoying the Cafés was a good way of life.
I'm from Killeen--about 4 hours from you--and because of the military, we have a fair number of German wives in our area...and because of that, we have a FABULOUS German bakery that always has wonderful traditional cakes and breads. (I don't have an oomlout on my laptop or I would have spelled auf Deutch.) My dad was in the Army, and we were stationed in Mannheim when I was in elementary school...such fond memories!!!
How wonderful to have a German bakery in your town! I need to make a trip to Killeen. I went to college in Heidelberg, near Mannheim. Thanks for reaching out! 😘
Wow, just gorgeous blue and white china! Very beautiful coffee. Your baked goods are so appetizing! Love the knowledge that you have on an authentic German coffee and enjoyed hearing about your experiences. Thanks so much for sharing and great video friend!😊👍
Not sure if you are referring to actually pouring tea for guests. Have featured a scone recipe and easy ways to incorporate store bought and bakery goods.
@@LadyMaryBeth I was referring to actual pouring of the tea and how to place the platters, cream and sugar bowls for easy access for guests. Thank you.
I love this! I wish America had traditions like this, it would hugely improve quality of life to be able to slow down in the middle of the day with friends, coffee or tea, and treats. With kaffee und kuchen, does the hostess typically pour the coffee and serve the cake, or do guests help themselves?
There are so many cakes that the hostess usually serves the first slice for guests. After that, guests help themselves. Same with coffee. If it’s a large group seated at the table, it might be self-service.
Will feature the strawberry tart in a future segment. The yeast cake is a bit complicated. Can update you once I am able to put in the recipe section of my website.
I am 4th generation German in the midwest USA, My husband is 9th generation on his mutter's side. Both our families immigrated as farmers.
My husband's family still farms, and when we visit they always call the guys in from the fields for coffee. The coffee is always strong and the desserts are always good - and very plentiful!
Nice to know that your family carries on the German traditions. ❤️🇩🇪
Sie sind ein sehr liebenswerter, sympathischer Mensch ! Wir sehen Sie sehr gern und oft !
Dankeschön! Nett von ihnen zu hören. Liebe Grüße aus Texas!
Love the tea pot warmers!!
I just recently came across your videos, and I must say, you are delightful and very informative. I am enjoying learning from your vast and diversified knowledge of the finer things in life. I'm in the process of catching up on your past segments, and look forward to the newer shows.
Thank you so much! Your message was held for review somehow and just now seeing this. So glad you are enjoying the segments.
Mary Beth I learn so much from you about Germany and your love for celebrating with family and friends.You have given me a desire to bring out (and wash) dust off my special pieces to celebrate with my
friends (I've called an old friend yesterday and she's coming over Tuesday!) and even use some of the special techniques to include a German accent of style of celebration. I'm watching all your videos and enjoying myself so much thank you for sharing your knowledge of Germany and how to keep elegance in our life for our family and for MYSELF too!
It takes all of us to keep tabletop interesting and classy. I want to make vintage china, crystal, and silver popular again. Missing our friends and family in Germany. We can't wait to get back to our home there. It's been 2 years and we can hardly stand it. Hope to sneak over this summer if they open the border.
Love those warmers💕
Wish all the patterns had matching warmers. So practical and pretty on the table. 🫖
Something I most look forward to post pandemic life is to have an elegant but unfussy gathering with friends. I like this alternative to the English tea time!
It's a bit more streamlined with cakes. Surprisingly, I don't care for tea sandwiches. Sweets are the perfect afternoon treat.
I am first generation Australian and half of my heritage is Dutch, I am very familiar with this type of morning coffee and afternoon tea and it is enjoyable. We usually have one type of cake that's not too heavy or some "speculaas" biscuits (cookies), and all year round the house has small simple arrangements of fresh cut flowers from the garden. The simplicity of this European way of taking tea & coffee means it's not an overwhelming thing to do, and that it can become part of your every day routine and also enhance it.
Fielen Dank.
This was very helpful, since I am serving coffee and cake for my German aunt's visit. Coffee, cake and music day with a true German Lady.
How wonderful that you will host your aunt for “Kaffee und Kuchen”. Enjoy your time together! 🍰☕️
Absolutely love this…I love learning how coffee and tea time are expressed around the world. My beloved grandmother purchased strawberry shortcakes for my birthday from a very popular German bakery near her home. I have never forgotten how delicious they were! Looking through my silverware collection I remembered I have a few pieces in the Hildesheimer Rose pattern; I am definitely going to look for a “cream spoon” now that I know its importance. Thank you♥️☕️🫖
I love it too. It brings people together.
Absolutely♥️
Show us more German recipes and celebrations. 🇩🇪❤️
Will do so as soon as we can travel overseas again. ✈️
Why do I like Lady MB's videos? I do like tea, Darjeeling, but she seems like a graceful antidote to contemporary craziness.
Love, love, love this mention! 😘
Oh my goodness. That brought back memories of my mom in law and mom. Mom in law NEVER served tea with out her tea warmer. 🍵 🇨🇦
That cake!!!! It's HUGE!!! looks delish!!!!
Oh, I want some delicious cake. Enjoying the video again.
Earl Grey Cake for everyone! 🍰
Wonderful tea video! Nice to see another tea tradition that is done in continental Europe. ☕🍰🍬🇩🇪😁
Looking forward to traveling in Europe again. Missing those delicious German cakes with friends and family. 🇩🇪🫖☕️
@@LadyMaryBeth Here in Southern California where I live, there used to be a popular German restaurant called Hoppe's Old Heidelberg which served up delicious German food. They also had exquisite German desserts that were to die for. 🇩🇪🍖🍗🍰☕
Sounds delicious! 🇩🇪❤️ I lived in Heidelberg during college and miss it there. Strolling down Hauptstraße and enjoying the Cafés was a good way of life.
@@LadyMaryBeth Sounds like fun! 👍😀
wow, the cakes are gorgeous!!
Thank-you Lady For this very interesting video.🇿🇦🇿🇦
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I'm from Killeen--about 4 hours from you--and because of the military, we have a fair number of German wives in our area...and because of that, we have a FABULOUS German bakery that always has wonderful traditional cakes and breads. (I don't have an oomlout on my laptop or I would have spelled auf Deutch.) My dad was in the Army, and we were stationed in Mannheim when I was in elementary school...such fond memories!!!
How wonderful to have a German bakery in your town! I need to make a trip to Killeen. I went to college in Heidelberg, near Mannheim. Thanks for reaching out! 😘
This wonderful video sent me into the kitchen for some chocolate cake I bought at Aldi's.
That sounds delicious! 🤎
They call it triple chocolate creme cake. They also have a lemon cake which I occasionally buy for myself. My daughter is allergic to citrus.
The tea table is so pretty! The cakes look yummy.
I love the tea time and the lessons. Thanks for sharing💓
I sure miss afternoon coffee in Germany. ☕️ 🍰 Thanks for watching! 😘
Wow, just gorgeous blue and white china! Very beautiful coffee. Your baked goods are so appetizing! Love the knowledge that you have on an authentic German coffee and enjoyed hearing about your experiences. Thanks so much for sharing and great video friend!😊👍
great video. Ich liebe Kaffee Stunde.
Could you please show how to serve tea, coffee, and cake or some cookies.
Not sure if you are referring to actually pouring tea for guests. Have featured a scone recipe and easy ways to incorporate store bought and bakery goods.
@@LadyMaryBeth I was referring to actual pouring of the tea and how to place the platters, cream and sugar bowls for easy access for guests. Thank you.
Awesome
Amazing 😍👌
I love it 😍
I love this! I wish America had traditions like this, it would hugely improve quality of life to be able to slow down in the middle of the day with friends, coffee or tea, and treats.
With kaffee und kuchen, does the hostess typically pour the coffee and serve the cake, or do guests help themselves?
There are so many cakes that the hostess usually serves the first slice for guests. After that, guests help themselves. Same with coffee. If it’s a large group seated at the table, it might be self-service.
Can you share the kitchen recipes please?
Will feature the strawberry tart in a future segment. The yeast cake is a bit complicated. Can update you once I am able to put in the recipe section of my website.
Warum können Sie auch so gut Deutsch?
Mein Mann kommt aus Deutschland und ich habe in Heidelberg studiert.