Our waitress thought we were crazy when we asked if we could sit outside because of the surprisingly cool temperatures, but we preferred the blue skies, bright sunshine and gentle breeze over the stuffy, smoke-filled caf . One sip and my taste buds, not to mention my stomach were poised for a minor revolt. After lunch we headed toward Munich and to a faster pace. Relatively traffic free lanes on the autobahn and we made great time. During our travels, I enjoyed the fresh bread and fresh green salads the most.
Salads are freshly prepared with tender lettuce and vine-ripened tomatoes.
Although I always try to eat as many native dishes as possible when traveling abroad, I must admit it is convenient and okay to eat at the local McDonald's from time to time. Although more expensive than their American brothers and sisters, McDonald's was in most cases a better value in the bigger cities of Frankfurt and Munich. I ventured out and tried the Shanghai Shrimp served at the Mickey D's in the Frankfurt train station. Most large roadside gas stations provide a variety of pre-made sandwiches, chips, bottled drinks and novelty ice creams. We enjoyed several such meals, all of which were very good and reasonably priced.