Offenbach is often visited by connoisseurs of fine wines, as the world-famous wine region Rheingau is located near the city. In this region, they hold exciting themed tours, during which you can walk through the picturesque vineyards, explore the local wineries and cellars. During the tour, you can taste not only the best local wines but also the most popular delicacies that are produced here in the region.
You can also try popular wines at the Offenbach restaurants, which are famous for their varied traditional menus. It is dominated by hearty meat dishes with potatoes, dozens of types of locally produced sausages, as well as a traditional potato salad. A pretty remarkable thing of the local cuisine is the traditional green sauce made from a dozen fresh herbs. This sauce can be served with meat and fish, and even with sausages so beloved by all locals.
The latter traditionally remain the most common snack option among the townspeople. You'll find some small sausage stalls on all major streets. It is customary to eat sausages with mustard or a spicy sauce made from fresh horseradish, and at some stalls, you can buy a generous portion of fried potatoes.
Since the city stands on the banks of the Main River, fish dishes are quite common in local restaurants. Here, fish is most often fried in a pan or baked with all sorts of vegetables and spices. It is worthy of note that the Main River is one of the cleanest in Europe, therefore it has been perfect for fishing for years.
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