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Tollwood Summer Festival Starts on Thursday!

This Thursday marks the begining of the Tollwood Summer Festival. Since 1988, Munich summers have been graced by the warm weathered counter part of the Tollwood festivals. From June 18th to July 12th, the Olympia Park will play host to hundreds of musicians, artists, performers and kiosks selling everything...

June 17th, 2009 | Munich | Read More

Smart Beach Tour 2009 hits Munich

What can be better than spending your Sunday afternoon at a beach? The sand, the sun, the hot chicks playing volleyball…Well look no further than the Smart Beach Tour which has come to Munich for the weekend. The Theresienwiese, better known as the location of the Oktoberfest, has been transformed...

June 13th, 2009 | Munich | Read More

Pasta e Basta: Italian Night for a few €

As I am currently out of a full time job, I’m looking for every opportunity to pinch a few pennies. Yet, I would still like to go out for dinner occasionally. Is that so wrong? Let me introduce Pasta e Basta. From 3,25€ you can chow down on delicious pastas, pizzas, 2,75€ desserts and 2,55€...

June 9th, 2009 | Munich | Read More

Celebrate Munich’s 851st Birthday Weekend!

In the year 1158, Munich was founded, or at least it’s the earliest date in which the city is mentioned in documents from that time. The name Munich or, München derives from the Old German word Mönche, which means monks, referring to the group of Benedictine monks who officially founded the city....

June 9th, 2009 | Munich | Read More

Things to do on a Rainy Weekend

I just checked the forecast for this weekend and it looks like a bit of sun, rain, clouds, rain and some more rain. Boo! So what is there to do on this icky weekend? Plenty! Pack an umbrella because here we go! Start off your morning at Marienplatz, no matter what the weather, Marienplatz is always beautiful....

May 28th, 2009 | Munich | Read More

Telekinesis to Play at Orangehouse

Looking for a great concert this week? Check out Telekinesis, an indie band, hailing from Seattle, Washington. The brainchild of frontman Michael Benjamin Lerner, Telekinesis sounds a bit like the Shins mixed with a happy version of Elliot Smith vocals. Lerner writes, records and plays everything in...

May 28th, 2009 | Rest of the World | Read More

Maxvorstadt Hof-Flea Market: Bargain Shopping in a Backyard

On May 23rd, the residents of Maxvorstadt will be opening their innenhofs and lawns to the public to create one massive flea market. Most buildings in Munich are equipped with a courtyard, also called Innenhofs, much like a backyard of sorts. On this day, anyone and everyone is welcomed into these private...

May 18th, 2009 | Munich | Read More

Pferd International is Galloping Towards Munich

From May 21-May 24, 2009, Munich will be hosting the International Horse Fair (Pferd International) at the Olympic Horseriding facilities in Riem. Spend your weekend enjoying international tournaments, such as vaulting, jumping and dressage, children programs, an equestrian trade fair and show programs...

May 18th, 2009 | Munich | Read More

Dynamic Ceramics: May 21st -24th 2009

Are you looking for that one of a kind, take home souvenir? You know, the one that inspires people to ask “oh my gosh, where did you get that?” Look no further than the annual Diessener Pottery Market. The beautiful medeival village of Diessen am Ammersee is nestled next to the crystal blue...

May 18th, 2009 | Munich | Read More

Long Night of Music- May 23rd 2009

On May 23rd, Munich will be ringing with music from every corner, nook and cranny of the city. Munich plays host to hundreds of musicians a month. On any given night, city dwellers are provided with countless options, varying ensembles and multiple genres to choose from. Sometimes you just can’t...

May 15th, 2009 | Munich | Read More

Going Mexican in Munich: El Patio

It’s pretty hard to get American food wrong. Flat bread plus loads of cheese equals pizza. Bun plus hotdog equals, well, hotdog. The list of recipes goes on and on. American food is easily found in Europe because it’s basis is in Europe. You know what is incredibly hard to find in Munich?...

May 12th, 2009 | Rest of the World | Read More

Thursdays for Thirty Somethings

Every once in a while, there is a get together called Über-30, more commonly known as Ü-30. It’s a massive event where the who’s who of thirty-somethings in Munich get together and throw one heck of a party. Last year, over 1200 Müncheners were in attendence. This year, we should expect...

April 29th, 2009 | Rest of the World | Read More

A Night of Heavy Metal

This Friday, April 24th, enjoy a night of heavy metal at the Lindenkeller in Freising (S1 S-Bahn). In 25 words or less, five bands, one of which (Damien) won the Metalhammer contest and was the supporting act for the Unholy Alliance with Slayer. Pay 12€ to see Deadlock, Exotin, Rapture, Bleeding Red...

April 21st, 2009 | Rest of the World | Read More

How to Properly Eat a Döner Kebab

Here’s the scenario: You’re walking around Munich, it’s late. You’ve been dancing/clubbing/drinking/partying all night. And you’re starving. You haven’t eaten since dinner! You don’t have any food in your hotel room, why would you? You’re thinking, “What...

April 21st, 2009 | Munich | Read More

Quicksilver and Roxy Sample Sale

Until April 22nd, the Quicksilver and Roxy offices at Frankfurter Ring 162, will be having a sample sale! Get some amazing goodies from their winter 08/09 collection, which, let me tell you, both are quite coveted brands in Germany. From ski or snowboarding gear to backpacks, and casual wear, there is...

April 21st, 2009 | Munich | Read More

Time for Frühlingsfest!

One of my absolute favorite festivals is almost here! Known as the smaller sister of the Oktoberfest, Frühlingsfest has become near and dear to my heart for a few reasons. First, it’s so much fun that I could just burst at the thought of it. Second, it’s an excuse to wear my dirndl. And...

April 12th, 2009 | Munich | Read More

King Tutankhamun Makes a Stop in Munich

Landing upon the throne at age 8, Egyptian King Tutankhamun ruled for a mere 10 years, which, let’s face it, what can you really do as king at the age of 8? Even at his tender age, the proverbial “boy king” achieved a lot during his short reign. This kid even had a wife and possibly...

April 12th, 2009 | Munich | Read More

Munich Soul Garage and Ghetto Blaster Classicz

On Friday, April 3rd, head over to the Mezzanine for a night of soulful house music. Starting at 10pm, you can groove and move to the sounds of DJs Phil Kamp and Roberto Sotgia. Located off of Marienplatz in the second oldest building in all of Munich, the Mezzanine Food and Soul Bar originally was built...

March 29th, 2009 | Rest of the World | Read More

An Irish Evening in Munich

This Tuesday, the Tir na nOg Dance Academy will be hosting a night of Irish music, storytelling and dance. Starting at 8pm at the Ars Musica im Stemmerhof, you can enjoy good beer, music and people. To have an Irish Dance school in Germany sounds a bit interesting, doesn’t it? Well, let me tell...

March 29th, 2009 | Rest of the World | Read More

Franz Ferdinand + Munich = Too Much Fun

It’s true! This coming Thursday, March 26th 2009, Franz Ferdinand will be playing at the TonHalle in Munich! You can find the TonHalle at the Ostbahnhof S or U-Bahn stop. Tickets are on sale for about 30€, which you can buy at the München Ticket website. Franz Ferdinand, named after the infamously...

March 22nd, 2009 | Rest of the World | Read More