Franz Brendle

If you’ve ever wandered through a bustling German Volksfest — whether it’s the world-famous Oktoberfest in Munich or any of the hundreds of lively spring, summer, and fall festivals across the country — you know the scent that cuts through the oompah music and clinking steins: the irresistible aroma of golden, crispy-roasted chicken. That’s **Fest Hendl** (also called Wiesn Hendl or Fest Hähnchen) — one of Germany’s most beloved and iconic festival foods. What Exactly Is Fest Hendl? “Hendl”...

Guten Tag, liebe Freunde! At Fränzel, we’re not just serving up authentic German fare like crispy Schnitzel, hearty Sauerbraten, Flammkuchen fresh from the wood-fired oven, and perfectly poured German beers. We’re bringing a little piece of *Gemütlichkeit* – that warm, cozy feeling of togetherness – straight from the old country to Goshen, New York. And today, we want to talk about one of Germany’s most beloved (and underrated) traditions: the Stammtisch. What Exactly is a Stammtisch? The...

At Fränzel, we celebrate the rich culinary traditions of Germany and the German-speaking regions of Europe. One of our most beloved dishes is Flammkuchen — the crispy, savory flatbread that perfectly captures the soul of Alsatian and southwestern German cooking. Often described as “German pizza,” Flammkuchen is far more than that. It’s a paper-thin, crackling crust topped with a tangy cream base, sweet onions, and smoky bacon (Speck). Baked at blistering high heat, the edges char beautifully...