Restaurants in the city serve different kinds of stewed vegetables, you can try the original versions of roast with noodles and various types of meatballs. Despite the fact that local cuisine is considered to be very hearty and fatty, a significant part of the dishes can claim the status of "healthy" food. Potatoes and pasta are often steamed, and many meat dishes are not fried, but cooked in an oven in real ceramic or earthenware. Such methods of preparation allow the products to save all their unique properties and taste.
There are several historic vineyards in the vicinity of Mainz and factories that produce the best regional wines. Very interesting thematic tours are organized here for connoisseurs of fine drinks. You can also find popular regional wines in the local gastronomic shops, and you can buy special varieties of home-made wines in the Mainz markets. Mainz is one of the few cities in Germany where locals consider their favourite drink is not beer, but wine.
Sweet teeth should pay their attention to the traditional pastries in local restaurants, a lot of delicious pies with fresh fruit and jam are served here. There are also many pastry shops and bakeries in the city where you can taste sweets made according to special family recipes.
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