German food is very good, and varies by region. In the small northern towns, there is a bakery on every corner with fresh baked goods twice daily. Not much GMO stuff there either. Their beer ain't bad either. The open market stalls, especially their Christmas Markets offer great food like currywurst and fries, funnel cakes with a German twist and the best pretzels I've tried. Not a fan of the warmed up wine though..........
Bavarian cities are full of bakeries as well, great stuff! The regional sausage varieties are incredible. I share you opinion of gluhwein as well. Recommend heading to Bamberg for wurst and rauchbier.
