Articles by Don Nicholas

Ruminating on Garden Adventures with Grandma

Ruminating on Garden Adventures with Grandma

There’s something magical about a garden—it’s more than just soil, seeds, and sunlight. It’s a living, breathing tapestry of memories, wisdom, and a few stubborn weeds that refuse to be  
White Asparagus Soup with Fresh Garden Herbs

White Asparagus Soup with Fresh Garden Herbs

High above the Rhine River, with vineyards stretching into the horizon, I discovered the magic of white asparagus. A staple of springtime menus in Bonn, this elegant vegetable shines in  
Best Pork Schnitzel

Best Pork Schnitzel

My schnitzel adventure began on a train from Bonn to Cologne, guided by a colleague who swore by Germany’s unrivaled pork schnitzel. In a lively brewhouse, I tasted the ultimate  
Gail’s Mustard-Driven German Potato Salad

Gail’s Mustard-Driven German Potato Salad

Born from tradition and refined in my kitchen, this German potato salad is my wife Gail’s signature summer staple. With a robust mustard dressing, fragrant herbs, and optional crispy bacon,  
Homemade German Sauerkraut

Homemade German Sauerkraut

For years, I embraced my supposed German roots, devouring sauerkraut with enthusiasm. DNA, however, had other plans—revealing a family tree rooted more in Britain, France, and Scandinavia. Yet, my love  
Homemade Pasta

Homemade Pasta

There’s nothing like fresh pasta to elevate a homemade meal. This simple dough comes together quickly and transforms into delicate, rich pasta that pairs beautifully with any sauce.