They may have shorter working hours than other Europeans, but many Germans are still stressed and time-poor – so they don't always want to slave over the stove. Research now suggests that they’re ditching home cooking for ready-made meals like microwaveable dinner and instant soup.

Tucked between graffiti-covered apartments in Berlin’s trendy Neukölln neighbourhood is one of the city’s most raved-about restaurants. But rather than serving up typical fine dining fare, CODA is dedicated to dessert. How is it elevating everyday sweet treats to uncommon indulgences?

Germany is renowned for efficiency, but now, it’s official; Brits work more hours for less pay, and less impressive results, than Germans. The country's unemployment is also half the EU average. But people are still burning out, and the wellness industry is booming as a result.

The demise of bee colonies around the world has sparked fears about how humans will survive without these invaluable insect pollinators. In Germany, amateur apiarists, start-ups, researchers, and farmers are banding together via online platforms to help hives thrive in spite of climate change.