Are you at a loss at what to feed your children? Stuck in a brotzeit rut?
Check out these suggestions from parents:
I finely sliced a leak (they claim to hate leak), cooked it in butter, added a bit of orange mustard (it came free with some smoked salmon), added a little flour, added milk, left over sour cream and cream fraiche, smoked samon, salt and pepper. Mixed in tagliatelle with it.
wurst, sliced carrot, brezen, salty brezelis.
sliced carrots, cutted cucumber, Kohlrabi (don´t know the english word), apples, fennel, Paprika (peppers?).
Shepherds Pie, Chicken Stew, Sausage Casserole and Fish Pie. Lasagna is always good too...otatoes Goulash, salmon pie with bechamel... Risoto, chicken frie rice, vegetarian or meat couscous, beef stroganof with eggs noodle, meat loaf, fritatas, quiche, macaroni bolognese, mac & cheese (with berg kase)!!
Vegetables in Béchamel Sauce
Quesadillas, lasagna, tomato soup with grilled cheese, veggies with feta cheese and rice, stuffed peppers...are my children's favorites.
Our boys love any soup as long as it is wizzed up with cream so it's smooth and doesn't have bits in; Great with bread to dunk in it. Another favourite is cauliflower and broccoli cheese
Butter chicken, dahl & rice my daughter gobbled up. Fresh fish & chips. Boiled eggs that she got to help peel went over really well. Also risotto and coleslaw, separately. She's crazy about homemade granola (periodically for afternoon snack, and once in a while for dinner). While veggie-less, there can be plenty of nuts/fruit/seeds in it.
Our dinners mainly consist of 3 to 5 different components: 1) potato or rice or noodles or couscous or quinoa or bulgur PLUS2) two sorts of vegetables (eg peas&carrots or corn& olives or broccoli&tomato or zucchini&bell pepper etc etc).PLUS3) Salt, pepper, some spices and herbs, or garlic, onion, etc here i try to make it "international" - Let's say cilantro for Mexican style or cinnamon and cumin for Moroccan, extra garlic and olive oil to make it Mediterranean, etc PLUS4) optional: any meat or cheese (feta, mozzarella etc)I mostly mix it all together and either serve it warm or as a salad (just add vinegar and oil)I try to create as much variations as possible and I get veggies from our local veggie stand. Also things that i have never tried or prepared before. That makes the cooking process quite interesting and I often have to look up recipes online.You can also add: 5) optional: sauces, dips, pesto of all kind - i make those myself from various veggies or yogurt-quark mixes, tomato puree (instead of ketchup) etc
My kids love soups and stews of all kind. We cook huge amounts and freeze them in little portions. this way we always have something to warm up whenever i don't have time to cook. Today we had chickpeas tomato and kale stew. Yesterday it was Bulgarian soup with potato, carrot, red bell pepper and chicken And often it is just a simple Brotzeit: a slice of bread with butter and cheese and a cut up tomato and some cucumber
Oh and different sorts of fries: we cut up zucchini, potatoes, carrots, egg plant, etc in slices, add olive oil, Salt, oregano etc and put it in the oven. Serve with sour cream
1. sweet potatoes and chicken fingers,
2. roast chicken with potatoes and carrots they go crazy for, and once everything is chopped and in the oven the work is done.
3. chicken soup,
4. quesadillas, whatever they like inside,
5. pea soup with Speck or wienies... I am not really a recipe person but if you want more details on any of these let me know, I'll try:)
My son eats Roti's ..just plain ones with ghee or stuffed with grated radish/carrot and cheese or any filling of your choice. In case you eat Indian food, there is a lot more I can suggest
Borsch, Chicken soup, Turkey leg soup with barley, potato, carrot and pickled cucumbers, then the chicken liver beef-stroganof style with buckwheat. Or mashed potato with anything like meatballs, cutlets, fried fish. Or zucchini or pumpkin+potatoes pancakes
I vary the Brotzeit with my son. Sometimes it's a healthy muffin (either chia banana or apple hemp) or "oat and applesauce cookies", sometimes it's berries with plain yogurt and a müsli as topping in a separate container. Sometimes it's half a sandwich (a whole one would be too much). I usually add some fruit or vegetables (carrot sticks, cucumber slices) or dried fruit or nuts. If we have lunch/dinner leftovers that can be eaten cold, he will also sometimes take a small container of those (couscous salad, milk rice). A sweet treat for the Brotzeit box are also dried fruit/nut/oat bars or balls.nuts and raisins, homemade whole wheat waffles, PBJ, Peanut butter and banana sandwiches, grapes, cheese and salami cubes
Linked suggestions from parents
Jamie Oliver
Dora Zuppe
Meet the Dubiens
Mother Magazine
Teeny Taste Buds
Plant Powered Kitchen
Annabel Karmel
Books
Finger Food
Bebe Gourmet
Monday, October 26, 2015
Tuesday, October 13, 2015
Specialists in Munich
English-speaking Other / Specialist Doctors
Please list your recommendations below. Please try to include a location, language(s) spoken, website and phone number where possible
For pediatricians: https://www.facebook.com/notes/parents-in-munich/english-speaking-pediatricians/10152086660562147
For GP / HausArtz: https://www.facebook.com/notes/parents-in-munich/english-speaking-gp-hausartz-general-doctors/10152086655887147
For midwives / hebammes: https://www.facebook.com/notes/parents-in-munich/english-speaking-midwives-hebamme/10151843567012147
For gynocologists: https://www.facebook.com/notes/parents-in-munich/english-speaking-gynecologists/10152086656862147
For dentists: https://www.facebook.com/notes/parents-in-munich/english-speaking-dentists/10152086655187147
All other doctors etc: https://www.facebook.com/notes/parents-in-munich/other-or-specialist-english-speaking-doctors/10152086676732147
***
Ophthalmologist
This man has excellent diagnostic facilities. Good English.
Dr. med. Richard Fuchs
Bahnhofstraße 95, Gräfelfing
+49 89 853536
Sunday Closed
***
My neurologist is a good doctor and speaks English. She has herself called me a couple times, run all the tests I should be doing (she always mentioned before my neurologist uncle recommended me), gave me a couple printed copies of scientific studies and was also updated to the state of art about drugs. She also never rushed at appointments and always answered my questions. But... Her "expertise" is epileptic pregnant women... Maybe you can call the practice and ask if there's a more suitable doctor for you. Neurozentrum nyphemburg at romanstr.93. 089990
***
here is a dermatologist and it is normally always possible to get to her on a short notice <a>http://www.hautarzt-stachowitz.de/contact.php</a> All the best!
***
my son's classmate's mother is a dermatologist
<a>http://www.endconsumer.org/.../C49005078_dr_marcella.../1/0/</a>
<a>
</a>
<a>***</a>
<a>went back to Dr. Fuchs (ophthalmologist) yesterday. I asked about the amazing 3-d retinal imaging equipment he used to check the changes in my eyes over time, He was able to detect exactly what had happened, were the problem was and will be able to see if there has been deterioration when he checks in two weeks.This equipment costs more the Eu 100,000. Very few drs. can afford it. Without it I would not be sure what had happened and wouldn't feel confident about the diagnosis. I can't recommend him highly enough. They saw me as an emergency and bumped patients with appointments.
</a>
<a>
</a>
***
orthopedic doctor
Dr. Holger Nyncke
Weinstr. 3
***
Orthopedic doctor
Hi, we been to Dr Mircea Schmidt. Im not sure but i think he speaks also englisch. ALl i can say is that is one of the best doctors that i ever meet
***
physiotherapist
I know someone in the south of Bogenhausen. Her name is Anna Riviere in the Physiomed Praxis: <a>http://www.physiomed-bogenhausen.de.</a>
***
Orthopedic doctor
<a>http://www.orthotroger.de/</a>
<a>
</a>
<a>***</a>
<a>
</a>
<a>Orthopedic Doctor</a>
<a>good and english speaking </a><a>http://www.jameda.de/.../dr-rene.../uebersicht/80360319_1/</a>
***
I second the recommendation of Ophysis. I saw them for both Physiotherapy and Osteopathy and they really helped. Both practitioners are very friendly and can speak English if needed.
***
Counsellor-Hypnotherapist
Stefanie Ratcliffe
Schlotthauerstrasse 10
81541 München
0157-86780455
<a>www.stefanieratcliffe.com</a>
I offer counselling and psychotherapy as well as hypnotherapy in English and German.
***
Neurosurgeon -Specialises in back surgery
Dr Ralf-Dirk Rothörl - Sonnenstr. 24-26
80331 München. Speaks great English. Look him up in Jameda if you speak a little German. I have to say though that of course I'm biased as he's my husband.
***
Gynecologist:
Dr. Straub looks after me and did so for both of my pregnancies.
<a>http://www.f5h.de/</a>
Has done some of her training in the US and is FLUENT in English and also a lovely person.
***
Neurology, psychiatry and psychotherapy
Dr. Marcus Grauer is really great! Fluent in English
http://www.xn--neurologie-mnchen-e3b.de/en/about-us/physician-team.html
***
For speech pathology and therapy, as well as neurofeedback specialty, I recommend Catherine Ruckert. Address: Am Schlemmerhof 4
82335 Berg, Germany Phone: 015234174316. She has a special way with children and is a UK native.
***
Orthopedic doctor
Nyncke Holger Dr.med.
Weinstraße 3, 80333 München
089 532232
(Marienplatz, opposite the Rathhaus)
***
Kid Gastroenterologist
Dr Lars Kellner
Bahnhofstrasse 13
82166 - Gräfelfing
Telefon: 089 - 854 39 14
He is a pediatrician specialised in Gastroenterlogy. Acceppts also public insurances. He is lovely to kids that simply loves him...never heard any child crying. He taks time for the visits that last at least 20'.
He speaks perfectly English but not his staff. Worth the travelling, also many friends are driving there. the other doctor in the praxis, Dr Meissner, is a homeopate, but he is not fluent in English.
If asked, mention that you have heard about him from Marta's mum.
***
Osteopath
I have been to this practice several times and they are great!! I can highly recommend them. <a>www.ophysis.de</a>
***
Speech Therapy and Neurofeedback
UK native Catherine Ruckert is a delight for children because the therapy is actually fun. My 4-year-old loves to go to "play" at Catherine's!
Am Schlemmerhof 4
82335 Berg, Germany
Phone: 015234174316
***
Eye Surgeon, not located in Munich, but we chose to train from Worms-Munch for the insane price difference in LASIK. The main practice is in central Worms, a 5-minute walk to the train station. Karmeliterstr. 10, D-67547 Worms.
Tel.: 06241 / 87799 Language(s) spoken: German and English (Dr. Werner) and his support staff spoke rudimentary English but were very patient. http://www.augenarzt-worms.de/ For both eyes, I paid1.300 Euros in total and they guarantee the same price to anyone recommended.
***
eye doctor in Harlaching
http://www.aerztehaus-harlaching.de/aerztehaus_harlaching/content3/show.php3?id=12&nodeid=26
***
Heilpraktiker
http://www.jameda.de/muenchen/heilpraktiker/klass-homoeopathie/markus-breitenberger/uebersicht/80345602_1/
Please list your recommendations below. Please try to include a location, language(s) spoken, website and phone number where possible
For pediatricians: https://www.facebook.com/notes/parents-in-munich/english-speaking-pediatricians/10152086660562147
For GP / HausArtz: https://www.facebook.com/notes/parents-in-munich/english-speaking-gp-hausartz-general-doctors/10152086655887147
For midwives / hebammes: https://www.facebook.com/notes/parents-in-munich/english-speaking-midwives-hebamme/10151843567012147
For gynocologists: https://www.facebook.com/notes/parents-in-munich/english-speaking-gynecologists/10152086656862147
For dentists: https://www.facebook.com/notes/parents-in-munich/english-speaking-dentists/10152086655187147
All other doctors etc: https://www.facebook.com/notes/parents-in-munich/other-or-specialist-english-speaking-doctors/10152086676732147
***
Ophthalmologist
This man has excellent diagnostic facilities. Good English.
Dr. med. Richard Fuchs
Bahnhofstraße 95, Gräfelfing
+49 89 853536
Sunday Closed
***
My neurologist is a good doctor and speaks English. She has herself called me a couple times, run all the tests I should be doing (she always mentioned before my neurologist uncle recommended me), gave me a couple printed copies of scientific studies and was also updated to the state of art about drugs. She also never rushed at appointments and always answered my questions. But... Her "expertise" is epileptic pregnant women... Maybe you can call the practice and ask if there's a more suitable doctor for you. Neurozentrum nyphemburg at romanstr.93. 089990
***
here is a dermatologist and it is normally always possible to get to her on a short notice <a>http://www.hautarzt-stachowitz.de/contact.php</a> All the best!
***
my son's classmate's mother is a dermatologist
<a>http://www.endconsumer.org/.../C49005078_dr_marcella.../1/0/</a>
<a>
</a>
<a>***</a>
<a>went back to Dr. Fuchs (ophthalmologist) yesterday. I asked about the amazing 3-d retinal imaging equipment he used to check the changes in my eyes over time, He was able to detect exactly what had happened, were the problem was and will be able to see if there has been deterioration when he checks in two weeks.This equipment costs more the Eu 100,000. Very few drs. can afford it. Without it I would not be sure what had happened and wouldn't feel confident about the diagnosis. I can't recommend him highly enough. They saw me as an emergency and bumped patients with appointments.
</a>
<a>
</a>
***
orthopedic doctor
Dr. Holger Nyncke
Weinstr. 3
***
Orthopedic doctor
Hi, we been to Dr Mircea Schmidt. Im not sure but i think he speaks also englisch. ALl i can say is that is one of the best doctors that i ever meet
***
physiotherapist
I know someone in the south of Bogenhausen. Her name is Anna Riviere in the Physiomed Praxis: <a>http://www.physiomed-bogenhausen.de.</a>
***
Orthopedic doctor
<a>http://www.orthotroger.de/</a>
<a>
</a>
<a>***</a>
<a>
</a>
<a>Orthopedic Doctor</a>
<a>good and english speaking </a><a>http://www.jameda.de/.../dr-rene.../uebersicht/80360319_1/</a>
***
I second the recommendation of Ophysis. I saw them for both Physiotherapy and Osteopathy and they really helped. Both practitioners are very friendly and can speak English if needed.
***
Counsellor-Hypnotherapist
Stefanie Ratcliffe
Schlotthauerstrasse 10
81541 München
0157-86780455
<a>www.stefanieratcliffe.com</a>
I offer counselling and psychotherapy as well as hypnotherapy in English and German.
***
Neurosurgeon -Specialises in back surgery
Dr Ralf-Dirk Rothörl - Sonnenstr. 24-26
80331 München. Speaks great English. Look him up in Jameda if you speak a little German. I have to say though that of course I'm biased as he's my husband.
***
Gynecologist:
Dr. Straub looks after me and did so for both of my pregnancies.
<a>http://www.f5h.de/</a>
Has done some of her training in the US and is FLUENT in English and also a lovely person.
***
Neurology, psychiatry and psychotherapy
Dr. Marcus Grauer is really great! Fluent in English
http://www.xn--neurologie-mnchen-e3b.de/en/about-us/physician-team.html
***
For speech pathology and therapy, as well as neurofeedback specialty, I recommend Catherine Ruckert. Address: Am Schlemmerhof 4
82335 Berg, Germany Phone: 015234174316. She has a special way with children and is a UK native.
***
Orthopedic doctor
Nyncke Holger Dr.med.
Weinstraße 3, 80333 München
089 532232
(Marienplatz, opposite the Rathhaus)
***
Kid Gastroenterologist
Dr Lars Kellner
Bahnhofstrasse 13
82166 - Gräfelfing
Telefon: 089 - 854 39 14
He is a pediatrician specialised in Gastroenterlogy. Acceppts also public insurances. He is lovely to kids that simply loves him...never heard any child crying. He taks time for the visits that last at least 20'.
He speaks perfectly English but not his staff. Worth the travelling, also many friends are driving there. the other doctor in the praxis, Dr Meissner, is a homeopate, but he is not fluent in English.
If asked, mention that you have heard about him from Marta's mum.
***
Osteopath
I have been to this practice several times and they are great!! I can highly recommend them. <a>www.ophysis.de</a>
***
Speech Therapy and Neurofeedback
UK native Catherine Ruckert is a delight for children because the therapy is actually fun. My 4-year-old loves to go to "play" at Catherine's!
Am Schlemmerhof 4
82335 Berg, Germany
Phone: 015234174316
***
Eye Surgeon, not located in Munich, but we chose to train from Worms-Munch for the insane price difference in LASIK. The main practice is in central Worms, a 5-minute walk to the train station. Karmeliterstr. 10, D-67547 Worms.
Tel.: 06241 / 87799 Language(s) spoken: German and English (Dr. Werner) and his support staff spoke rudimentary English but were very patient. http://www.augenarzt-worms.de/ For both eyes, I paid1.300 Euros in total and they guarantee the same price to anyone recommended.
***
eye doctor in Harlaching
http://www.aerztehaus-harlaching.de/aerztehaus_harlaching/content3/show.php3?id=12&nodeid=26
***
Heilpraktiker
http://www.jameda.de/muenchen/heilpraktiker/klass-homoeopathie/markus-breitenberger/uebersicht/80345602_1/
Birthday Parties in Munich
A list of recommendations and adverts for Munich-based party venues, entertainers, suppliers etc from PiM members
Please add your recommendations in the comments below
(Admin to organise the info asap, just add your recommendations in the comments)
***
Just wanted to write a recommendation for an AMAZING childrens magician/comedy act that kept 12 4 and 5 year olds howling with laughter for 45 minutes at the weekend. His name is Rene and he is bilingual English/German so can do it in both languages fluently. His number is 0160 6535520, website
This guy is amazing. The kids were laughing from the off, he gets them up and involved in his act. The parents loved him too and were laughing as well. Lots of good slap stick comedy mixed with little tricks. Just fabulous. He does an act for older kids, adults, work parties etc. He would definitely be a talking point!
www.renemagic.com
***
In need of custom made cakes for all occasions in and around Munich
www.facebook.com/PassionetteBakes
***
Bayern München Kids Club:
fcb-kidsclub.de/de/events/geburtstagstour/index.php
***
There is also a company in Grünwald that hosts archery birthday parties:
www.nubex.de/kindergeburtstag-bogenschiessen-veranstaltung.htm
***
We just our 8 year-old daughter's birthday party at the Munich Egyptian Museum. Our guide was a real life Egyptologist, Vivian, who spoke perfect English and was amazing with kids. I can not recommend this venue enough! First the kids put on Egyptian costumes, then had a guided tour of the museum, then had a lesson on hieroglyphics. (There are many themes to choose from.) The museum charges 100 euros for up to 15 kids, for two and a half hours. Ask for Vivian if you book a party
***
Hi, would you add candycakes to the file please
www.facebook.com/candyshomebakes
***
Little Shop of Science
littleshopofscience.com/
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Jux&Tollerei
juxundtollerei.com/
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Boulderwelt München Ost (and West also!) Boulderwelt
www.boulderwelt.de
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Erdino
www.erdino.de
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Drama Workshop as a birthday party! (I'm sure they could do it in English too)
http://galli-amalienpassage.de/kinder-jugendliche/kindergeburtstage/
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Museum offerings (17 museums!) for birthday parties:
www.mpz.bayern.de/freizeit-museum/geburtstage-kinder-jugendliche/index.html
***
Busisiwe Klimt
http://tanzmitb.wix.com/tanzfieber
***
Online party supply store
www.geburtstagsfee.de/
***
Party Supply Store
Partyland on ohrmuellerstr
An online list from Kitz Magazine
www.kitz-magazin.de/kindergeburtstage.php?bk=19
Venue for winter birthdays (biergarten with ice skating close to English Garten - also nice in summer)
www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.455412581162895.91999.183994734971349&type=3
Ceramic and clay studio
http://www.kinderkeramik.de/Preise.html
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Room Rental: A whole sporthall!!
www.die-flohhupferl.de/index.php?option=com_content&view=category&layout=blog&id=98&Itemid=128
Room Rental : Spielhaus close to Park Cafe in the Alte Botanischer Garten
www.spielhaus-sophienstrasse.de/index.php?id=34
http://kids-in-munich.de/raum-fur-kindergeburtstage/
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Room Rental Schwabing : Turn Cafe
www.kleine-sportgeister.de/kindergeburtstag
Venue
Fameri, Riem
They rent out room for parties and all...here is the link...u can contact them and see if its available for the date u require. its a lovely huge hall with kitchen, with two small rooms attached, a huge terrace included...all our friends have parties there and its perfect!!...try it out.http://home.mnet-online.de/fameri/
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Venue
You can Rent a place called heimspiel on ehrengutstrasse 80469.
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Venue
I once organised a party here: Stemmerhof am Sendlinger BergPlingarserstr. 6www.stemmerhof.de
And the price was excellent
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Venue
I rented LOFT at Ostbahnhof, it's very basic, a room with a bar. You can take your own food and there is a small stage for band/DJ
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Venues
The Inselkammer in Hoehenkirchen-Siegertsbrunn is close to you and they hire out rooms
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Venues
www.jiz-muenchen.de/.../R%C3%A4ume_mieten_02.pdf this is a list of all the rentable "youth centers" with party rooms in munich. We have done this several times and it is great a super affordable.
***
Venue
Have a look to Café de Bambini in Schwabing. We have a room to rent for parties.
www.cafe-de-bambini.de/partyservice/
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Balloon Shop
In case anyone has a (birthday) party to organise - apparently there is a specialist balloon shop in town, at Karlstr 45. I just learnt about it yesterday as a parent at my daughter's playgroup bought in a bunch of helium balloons for their child's birthday (they were all different colours with matching coloured ribbons and looked fantastic - like a mini version of the balloons in the film 'Up'!).
www.balloncentrum.de/
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Venue
The Mütterzentrum in Sendling does and is good for small children.
www.muetterzentrum-sendling.de/
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Venue
Gymboree Play & Music has fantastic, completely private birthday parties for children 1-5 years old.
www.gymboreedach.com/en/parties/
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Venue
My son celebrated his 2nd and 3rd birthdays at Gymboree and both were great we've also been to other people's parties there and enjoyed them all. The best thing in my opinion of holding it at gymboree is the whole space is for you and you don't have to worry about keeping an eye on your personal possessions or worry about big kids knocking yours over like at lollihop etc, especially when the kids are young! it also feels more like a party than having everyone spread over different places and only coming together to eat! You don't have any clean up to do there and you can do as much or little work as you like regarding food - I did a buffer at home and took it with me and a cake of course, but for the main meal, there is a vapiano just around the corner where you can get take away pizza and pasta if you prefer. It maybe more pricey, but for me it was worth it
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Venue
We started the birthdayparties of our daughter at the age of 3 at "ökologisches Bildungszentrum (ÖBZ)" and we still like it. The kids have lots of fun and still learn about nature.
www.oebz.de/default.asp?Menue=70
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Venue
Loliihop in aubing
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Venue
'Strokes & Cuts' can also organize an 'Arty Birthday Party' for your child and his friends at your choice of venue within Munich. Based on the number and age of children, there would be exciting activities to create little products out of the material provided by us. If interested, please send an email to strokesncuts@gmail.com
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Venue: WAPE Bürgerinitiative in Waldperlach.
www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.615856558524697.1073741828.212205662223124&type=1
it's a flat, Ground floor, little garden and playground. Fully equipped kitchen. Price: we paid 20€ for half a day. You need to return it clean.
Here is an excel chart I made a few years ago. It has pages for venues, planners, rooms for hire and entire parties. Since living in Munich and my children getting older, I have seen even more birthday parties and ideas than listed here. Just ask, if none of these sound appealing.
Please add your recommendations in the comments below
(Admin to organise the info asap, just add your recommendations in the comments)
***
Just wanted to write a recommendation for an AMAZING childrens magician/comedy act that kept 12 4 and 5 year olds howling with laughter for 45 minutes at the weekend. His name is Rene and he is bilingual English/German so can do it in both languages fluently. His number is 0160 6535520, website
This guy is amazing. The kids were laughing from the off, he gets them up and involved in his act. The parents loved him too and were laughing as well. Lots of good slap stick comedy mixed with little tricks. Just fabulous. He does an act for older kids, adults, work parties etc. He would definitely be a talking point!
www.renemagic.com
***
In need of custom made cakes for all occasions in and around Munich
www.facebook.com/PassionetteBakes
***
Bayern München Kids Club:
fcb-kidsclub.de/de/events/geburtstagstour/index.php
***
There is also a company in Grünwald that hosts archery birthday parties:
www.nubex.de/kindergeburtstag-bogenschiessen-veranstaltung.htm
***
We just our 8 year-old daughter's birthday party at the Munich Egyptian Museum. Our guide was a real life Egyptologist, Vivian, who spoke perfect English and was amazing with kids. I can not recommend this venue enough! First the kids put on Egyptian costumes, then had a guided tour of the museum, then had a lesson on hieroglyphics. (There are many themes to choose from.) The museum charges 100 euros for up to 15 kids, for two and a half hours. Ask for Vivian if you book a party
***
Hi, would you add candycakes to the file please
www.facebook.com/candyshomebakes
***
Little Shop of Science
littleshopofscience.com/
***
Jux&Tollerei
juxundtollerei.com/
***
Boulderwelt München Ost (and West also!) Boulderwelt
www.boulderwelt.de
***
Erdino
www.erdino.de
***
Drama Workshop as a birthday party! (I'm sure they could do it in English too)
http://galli-amalienpassage.de/kinder-jugendliche/kindergeburtstage/
***
Museum offerings (17 museums!) for birthday parties:
www.mpz.bayern.de/freizeit-museum/geburtstage-kinder-jugendliche/index.html
***
Busisiwe Klimt
http://tanzmitb.wix.com/tanzfieber
***
Online party supply store
www.geburtstagsfee.de/
***
Party Supply Store
Partyland on ohrmuellerstr
An online list from Kitz Magazine
www.kitz-magazin.de/kindergeburtstage.php?bk=19
Venue for winter birthdays (biergarten with ice skating close to English Garten - also nice in summer)
www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.455412581162895.91999.183994734971349&type=3
Ceramic and clay studio
http://www.kinderkeramik.de/Preise.html
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Room Rental: A whole sporthall!!
www.die-flohhupferl.de/index.php?option=com_content&view=category&layout=blog&id=98&Itemid=128
Room Rental : Spielhaus close to Park Cafe in the Alte Botanischer Garten
www.spielhaus-sophienstrasse.de/index.php?id=34
http://kids-in-munich.de/raum-fur-kindergeburtstage/
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Room Rental Schwabing : Turn Cafe
www.kleine-sportgeister.de/kindergeburtstag
Venue
Fameri, Riem
They rent out room for parties and all...here is the link...u can contact them and see if its available for the date u require. its a lovely huge hall with kitchen, with two small rooms attached, a huge terrace included...all our friends have parties there and its perfect!!...try it out.http://home.mnet-online.de/fameri/
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Venue
You can Rent a place called heimspiel on ehrengutstrasse 80469.
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Venue
I once organised a party here: Stemmerhof am Sendlinger BergPlingarserstr. 6www.stemmerhof.de
And the price was excellent
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Venue
I rented LOFT at Ostbahnhof, it's very basic, a room with a bar. You can take your own food and there is a small stage for band/DJ
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Venues
The Inselkammer in Hoehenkirchen-Siegertsbrunn is close to you and they hire out rooms
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Venues
www.jiz-muenchen.de/.../R%C3%A4ume_mieten_02.pdf this is a list of all the rentable "youth centers" with party rooms in munich. We have done this several times and it is great a super affordable.
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Venue
Have a look to Café de Bambini in Schwabing. We have a room to rent for parties.
www.cafe-de-bambini.de/partyservice/
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Balloon Shop
In case anyone has a (birthday) party to organise - apparently there is a specialist balloon shop in town, at Karlstr 45. I just learnt about it yesterday as a parent at my daughter's playgroup bought in a bunch of helium balloons for their child's birthday (they were all different colours with matching coloured ribbons and looked fantastic - like a mini version of the balloons in the film 'Up'!).
www.balloncentrum.de/
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Venue
The Mütterzentrum in Sendling does and is good for small children.
www.muetterzentrum-sendling.de/
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Venue
Gymboree Play & Music has fantastic, completely private birthday parties for children 1-5 years old.
www.gymboreedach.com/en/parties/
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Venue
My son celebrated his 2nd and 3rd birthdays at Gymboree and both were great we've also been to other people's parties there and enjoyed them all. The best thing in my opinion of holding it at gymboree is the whole space is for you and you don't have to worry about keeping an eye on your personal possessions or worry about big kids knocking yours over like at lollihop etc, especially when the kids are young! it also feels more like a party than having everyone spread over different places and only coming together to eat! You don't have any clean up to do there and you can do as much or little work as you like regarding food - I did a buffer at home and took it with me and a cake of course, but for the main meal, there is a vapiano just around the corner where you can get take away pizza and pasta if you prefer. It maybe more pricey, but for me it was worth it
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Venue
We started the birthdayparties of our daughter at the age of 3 at "ökologisches Bildungszentrum (ÖBZ)" and we still like it. The kids have lots of fun and still learn about nature.
www.oebz.de/default.asp?Menue=70
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Venue
Loliihop in aubing
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Venue
'Strokes & Cuts' can also organize an 'Arty Birthday Party' for your child and his friends at your choice of venue within Munich. Based on the number and age of children, there would be exciting activities to create little products out of the material provided by us. If interested, please send an email to strokesncuts@gmail.com
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Venue: WAPE Bürgerinitiative in Waldperlach.
www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.615856558524697.1073741828.212205662223124&type=1
it's a flat, Ground floor, little garden and playground. Fully equipped kitchen. Price: we paid 20€ for half a day. You need to return it clean.
Here is an excel chart I made a few years ago. It has pages for venues, planners, rooms for hire and entire parties. Since living in Munich and my children getting older, I have seen even more birthday parties and ideas than listed here. Just ask, if none of these sound appealing.
Kindergartens, nurseries etc in Munich
Kindergartens, nurseries etc in Munich
Elly&Stoffl: Nymphenburg Schwabing, Bogenhaus, Laim, Theresienhöhe, Solln. http://www.ellyundstoffl.de/en.html
kinderkrippe and kindergarten. Bilingual English and German
Here is a map that a parent made showing locations of Kindergartens:
https://www.google.com/maps/d/viewer?msa=0&mid=zhF5TW8b2LrY.k3iHgTWAYeRM
Vegetarian and Vegan Restaurants in Munich
Vegan / Vegetarian Restaurants in Munich (mostly)
We can not take credit for this list. It is purely from parents.
Emergency numbers in Munich
110 Police
112 Fire and rescue
08919240 poison hotline
116 117 when seriously sick/injured (but not life threatening)
Saturday, October 10, 2015
Social help for families, other abled, youth, seniors in Munich
Sometimes finding the right information is hard, even harder if you don't know the proper translations. Here is a list for social family help for parents, seniors, other abled, and youth. IT includes info on kindergeld, mutterschastsleistungen
Here are a few links to Muenchen.de in English. (Landkreis Muenchen is separate)
Emergency counseling, such as catholic or protestant, suicide, youth, children, elderly. There is so much help offered here, it is almost overwhelming listing it all. These are mainly telephone numbers. If you need any help, please let us know.
Help for elderly or disabled This lets you know where you can ask for help with a family member who is other abled.
This is the Burgerministerium fuer Familien, Senioren, Frauen, Jugend, (translation Citizens ministry for Families, Seniors, Women and Youth) They have so much information on benefits for families, parental allowance[Elterngeld], parental leave[Elternzeit] and maternity help[Mutterschaftsleistungen], children's money[Kindergeld], taxes information[Steuerermäßigung], family vacations/holidays[Familienurlaub] and marriage counseling.
Specific link for Mutterschutzgesetz Info
LK Muenchen info for medical benefits, family planning, maternity care, help for seniors.
Here is an article from rund-ums-baby about your rights and entitlements as a parent. Translated by translate.google.com The original
Here are a few links to Muenchen.de in English. (Landkreis Muenchen is separate)
Emergency counseling, such as catholic or protestant, suicide, youth, children, elderly. There is so much help offered here, it is almost overwhelming listing it all. These are mainly telephone numbers. If you need any help, please let us know.
Help for elderly or disabled This lets you know where you can ask for help with a family member who is other abled.
This is the Burgerministerium fuer Familien, Senioren, Frauen, Jugend, (translation Citizens ministry for Families, Seniors, Women and Youth) They have so much information on benefits for families, parental allowance[Elterngeld], parental leave[Elternzeit] and maternity help[Mutterschaftsleistungen], children's money[Kindergeld], taxes information[Steuerermäßigung], family vacations/holidays[Familienurlaub] and marriage counseling.
Specific link for Mutterschutzgesetz Info
LK Muenchen info for medical benefits, family planning, maternity care, help for seniors.
Here is an article from rund-ums-baby about your rights and entitlements as a parent. Translated by translate.google.com The original
Bundesversicherungsamt tells about the federal German insurance.
Kindergeld info from the Arbeitsamt. Unfortunately they don't offer all information on Kindergeld in English, but just a snippet about the Kindergeld increase in 2015.
Elternzeit, Erzieherungsurlaub und geld
Thursday, October 8, 2015
School and Kindergarten Opinions in Munich
Another popular query, so what do you think of ___ kindergarten, school, school system? Does anyone attend ___ kindergarten or school?
I have tried to keep these questions together on one file: found here
I have tried to keep these questions together on one file: found here
Passport pictures in Munich
Many countries do the simple 2x2 format for passport pictures, but not USA. They always try to be different! Therefore Americans have to try a little harder to find a place to properly size passport pictures.
I prefer taking pictures at home and using epassportphoto.com. They guarantee the proper proportions.
For babies and passports, that is a can of worms! How do I get my baby to look at the camera? Not cry? Be awake? etc. These are all common questions. In my opinion, again easiest solution, do it at home. Wrap the baby up in a white blanket or sheet, lay it on another blanket or sheet. Snap! (well keep going until you hit the perfect one!)
Still some prefer a photographer, so we have parents recommendations too: visit our group file
I prefer taking pictures at home and using epassportphoto.com. They guarantee the proper proportions.
For babies and passports, that is a can of worms! How do I get my baby to look at the camera? Not cry? Be awake? etc. These are all common questions. In my opinion, again easiest solution, do it at home. Wrap the baby up in a white blanket or sheet, lay it on another blanket or sheet. Snap! (well keep going until you hit the perfect one!)
Still some prefer a photographer, so we have parents recommendations too: visit our group file
Passports in Munich
I am unsure how many different nationalities we have in our Parents in Munich group, but I would say quite a few. Since we are all parents and some have babies in Munich, the questions pops up often, how do I get my baby's ____ passport. So far, German, Indian, Australian, USA, French and British have all been discussed. Please join our group to view the full posts on each. HERE
Transferring drivers licenses in Munich
This is another popular question. Again, it really just depends on where you are from. You must check your home state.
Some members have suggested driving schools too.
Check out our file
This is what the US Embassy in Germany has to say.
Please let me know how it is in your home country so I can update this file.
As for finding a driving school when I google Munich driving school, many websites come up in English, but does anyone have specific experience? Thanks!
Some members have suggested driving schools too.
Check out our file
This is what the US Embassy in Germany has to say.
Please let me know how it is in your home country so I can update this file.
As for finding a driving school when I google Munich driving school, many websites come up in English, but does anyone have specific experience? Thanks!
Baby weaning and solids in Munich
Questions come up time and time again about when to start weaning (BE starting food; AE stopping breastfeeding or bottles) or solids. Since we come from many different cultural backgrounds, we all have different points of view and perspectives. Please talk to your hebamme or pediatrician first before changing your child's diet.
Here are some suggestions from group members:
Click on Our File
Here are some suggestions from group members:
Click on Our File
Here is a picture a group member shared from FKE
Locksmiths in Munich
Try schlusseldienst near your residence. You can Google it
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LOCK AND KEY SERVICES
All these companies help when you are locked out
Aufsperrdienst MTW-Kundendienst GmbH
(day and night plus holidays) 089 - 543 706 13
cost free emergency hotline: 0800 5000 400
AA-AUfAM Aufsperrdienst und Alarmsysteme GmbH 089-50 99 54
AAA-Hirt
Qualifizierter Aufsperrdienst 089-59 40 40
ABES GmbH
Schlüsselnotdienst 089-18 50 01 or 089-53 91 24
AAAW Wenninger
Aufsperr- und Schlüsseldienst
(24 hour) 089-356 54 120
G & G GbR
Schlüsselnotdienst 089-72 40 07 50
Pankofer & Kaufmann
Schlüsselzentrale & Aufsperrdienst 089-54 41 28-0
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LOCK AND KEY SERVICES
All these companies help when you are locked out
Aufsperrdienst MTW-Kundendienst GmbH
(day and night plus holidays) 089 - 543 706 13
cost free emergency hotline: 0800 5000 400
AA-AUfAM Aufsperrdienst und Alarmsysteme GmbH 089-50 99 54
AAA-Hirt
Qualifizierter Aufsperrdienst 089-59 40 40
ABES GmbH
Schlüsselnotdienst 089-18 50 01 or 089-53 91 24
AAAW Wenninger
Aufsperr- und Schlüsseldienst
(24 hour) 089-356 54 120
G & G GbR
Schlüsselnotdienst 089-72 40 07 50
Pankofer & Kaufmann
Schlüsselzentrale & Aufsperrdienst 089-54 41 28-0
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Dog Sitting in Munich
Do you need to leave town for a few nights, not sure what to do with your dog? (or cat)
Please join our group and ask on our file.
https://www.facebook.com/notes/parents-in-munich/dog-sitting-help-exchange/10151832055532147
Please join our group and ask on our file.
https://www.facebook.com/notes/parents-in-munich/dog-sitting-help-exchange/10151832055532147
Bio Foods in Munich
Where do you get your bio food?
Let us know where you prefer!
(delivery available)
Lookup delivery service based on your neighborhood:
Calendars in Munich
Where to find what to do today!
Event Calendars
Here are some online calendars to check out what is going on in Munich.
Eventful http://eventful.com/munich/events/july
Toytown http://www.toytowngermany.com/calendar/?l=munich
Muenchen.de http://www.muenchen.de/home/60093/Homepage.html
What's on when? http://www.whatsonwhen.com/sisp/index.htm?fx=events.location&loc_id=133799
Munich Found http://www.munichfound.com/whats_up/
Kid Specific
Meine Stadt http://veranstaltungen.meinestadt.de/muenchen/kinderveranstaltungen/alle
Dahoam http://www.pomki.de/dahoam/
Kultur und Spielraum http://kulturundspielraum.de/
Spiellandschaft Stadt http://spiellandschaft.de
Ferienpass info http://www.stadtwiesel.de/ferienpass.htm
Kreisjugendring München Stadt http://www.kjr-m.de
Kreisjugendring MünchenLand http://www.kjr-muenchen-land.de
Munich Libraries http://www.muenchner-stadtbibliothek.de/index_kibi.php
Kulturjahr http://www.kulturjahr.de
Event Calendars
Here are some online calendars to check out what is going on in Munich.
Eventful http://eventful.com/munich/events/july
Toytown http://www.toytowngermany.com/calendar/?l=munich
Muenchen.de http://www.muenchen.de/home/60093/Homepage.html
What's on when? http://www.whatsonwhen.com/sisp/index.htm?fx=events.location&loc_id=133799
Munich Found http://www.munichfound.com/whats_up/
Kid Specific
Meine Stadt http://veranstaltungen.meinestadt.de/muenchen/kinderveranstaltungen/alle
Dahoam http://www.pomki.de/dahoam/
Kultur und Spielraum http://kulturundspielraum.de/
Spiellandschaft Stadt http://spiellandschaft.de
Ferienpass info http://www.stadtwiesel.de/ferienpass.htm
Kreisjugendring München Stadt http://www.kjr-m.de
Kreisjugendring MünchenLand http://www.kjr-muenchen-land.de
Munich Libraries http://www.muenchner-stadtbibliothek.de/index_kibi.php
Kulturjahr http://www.kulturjahr.de
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