I always look forward to Easter weekend. It has felt like a bit of a slog since the last holiday break (Christmas) and still a bit of a way to go until our long summer holidays. This time of the year in Berlin is really special due to a lot of public holidays in May but in my opinion Easter can never come soon enough! In fact, my husband and I value – and need! – the break so much that we now avoid all travel. Instead we stay in Berlin and enjoy a four day weekend of complete rest, nice food and long walks in the fresh air….
The countdown to Christmas is on! I am visiting all the local Christmas markets, drinking plenty of Glühwein and generally getting into the festive spirit. It also means that I am baking lots of sweet treats at the moment and shortbread is one of them. …