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The first time I heard someone order a Guinness-and-black, I thought it might be some kind of variation on a black-and-tan. Then I remembered that Guinness IS the “black” in “black-and tan” – there went my theory. But I’ve never met a drink I didn’t like (except for Chinese white spirits, which were pretty terrible), [...]

Maelu is home to some of the best desserts to be found in Munich.

I was introduced to this delicious cocktail on a week-long trip to Berlin. My friends and I were at a bar, and although I was really enjoying the German beer in general, I wanted to try something different. “Different” and “beer” aren’t usually found in the same sentence in Germany due to the long, proud [...]

This is the British Isles’ answer to Germany’s radler. The shandy is a blend of your favorite lager and lemon or ginger soda. It’s light and refreshing and another good cocktail for student travelers who’ve figured out that beer is the cheapest thing at the pub, but aren’t quite sure they like it.

If you’re like me and you think nothing could be better than an espresso-oatmeal stout with hints of cayenne pepper, Germany’s Purity Law may baffle you. Yes, at one point is was actually illegal in Germany to make beer using any ingredients other than water, barley, and hops. A later revision allowed wheat and cane [...]

Guinness is Ireland’s beloved drink, and the Guinness Storehouse has become one of the top tourist attractions in Ireland.

Even before the world’s economy “cratered” (my favorite term for it), the student traveler was perpetually low on funds. Now the money situation is the worst it’s been in our lifetimes, and if you’re lucky enough to be able to go backpacking or study abroad in the first place, chances are you don’t have a [...]

In typical German fashion, the town of Bamberg, located in Bavaria in the country’s east, is most famous for its beer. Not only does the town sport its own unique beer style but the colors and shapes provided by Bamberg’s architecture are a premium example of just how strong and detailed German architecture can be.
Situated [...]

It may still be 50 degrees and raining outside in Amsterdam, but that doesn’t mean the Dutch haven’t started to lace up their skates for the start of this winter’s ice skating season.
Winters in Amsterdam used to get frosty and frigid, and Hollanders would flock to the canals by the hundreds to take advantage of [...]

If Indie music is your thing, you probably don’t want to miss out on this weekend’s London Calling music festival in Amsterdam.
This fall’s lineup looks as promising as ever, and you’re sure to find something you like at Friday or Saturday’s show.  Among the performers will be Glasgow postpunk act We Were Promised Jetpacks, electro-pop [...]