Little Bites of Strasbourg

Strasbourg's Christmas market (or the Christkindelsmärik) started on Saturday, and I just can't keep myself away. There are a ton of stalls dedicated to little Christmas tchotchkes and other gifts, but what I'm really attracted to are the food stalls. I love vin chaud, and to buy it on the streets is like manna falling from heaven. But there are all sorts of baked goods, chocolates, and other delectibles to sample.

I'll post some of these throughout the market month as I take my time in discovering the different markets and stalls located throughout the city.

Gingerbread is a main staple of the Christmas season here, and as you can see in this picture, it's a popular item:


And who can resist fresh beignets?