Ich bin ein Berliner

Every student in German class has heard about the famous John F. Kenney quote where he shows his empathy with the people of Germany by declaring that he is a jelly donut. If you are what you eat, SJ may be a Berliner as well by the time we leave here.

The outdoor cafe is one of the truly special things about living in Europe, at least in the summer. Every single restaurant sets up tables and chairs out in the pedestrian zone every morning, and takes them in every night. It is really pleasant to sit down outside in the shade and enjoy a snack. While we have outdoor cafes in the U.S., they are typically next to the street - since everything is next to a street.