The areas around Cologne

January 1, 2010 3:26 am admin Arts

The Swiss have the highest per capita consumption of chocolate in the world at over 22 lbs. Still, modern German chefs have started to create newer, lighter fare, incorporating traditional foods into their menus. Popular spices are mustard, horseradish and juniper berries, which are found, for instance, in the Luneburger Heath. The areas around Cologne were especially rich in exotic spices and food due to its powerhouse Rocket German status as a trading city. Oats and rye were also added into cultivation, as agricultural methods became more sophisticated. The Romans introduced fruit tree cultivation and grapevines. The earliest spices were parsley, celery and dill, which you still see used today.

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