Germans are well known for their interesting cuisine, such as Bratwurst, Sauerkraut, and Pretzels. Their best food might be one that did not originally come from Germany, but Turkey. Germany experienced a labor shortage in the late 20th Century, and agreements were made with Turkey and other Mediterranean countries for workers to help by working in German factories. Many of those workers stayed, and some of their families opened restarants to serve Döner (duh-nuh), which is a popular street food throughout much of the Middle East. Today, there are Döner shops in every city in Germany, and this food is a favorite for anyone who needs a quick bite.
I tried a Döner recently, though this Döner was definitely not my first. The Döner consists of a warm piece of pita bread stuffed with meat, lettuce, cabbage, tomatoes, onions, peppers, and a yoghurt tzatziki sauce.
I have had quite a few Döners at this point, so each one kind of tastes like home to me. When I feel like I am far from home, I can go eat a Döner and feel something familiar.
