Hi all! I just booked my first trip to Chicago and am starting to dive onto this board for the first of many searches. I’m really excited to plan our culinary tour! My first inquiry is about the St. Alphonsus Oktoberfest... (0 replies, last updated by jessicheese July 9, 2009)

What’s everyone’s favorite Oktoberfest beer? Looking to branch out and looking for something that can be found locally (Shadyside—Pittsburgh) (4 replies, last updated by trentyzan October 2, 2007)

Does anyone have an outstanding recipe for Sweet and Sour Red Cabbage? I’ve been trying a few out and they just don’t seem that great.... Any other yum Octoberfest suggestions would be appreciated. Thanks! (1 reply, last updated by Lisbet October 6, 2007)

Do any fellow chowhounders know of any Oktoberfest celebrations besides the one in Alpine Village? (6 replies, last updated by Joe Fensterblaugh September 23, 2003)

It’s just about that time of year for Oktoberfest celebrations. Anyone have any information regarding where some of the best places are to celebrate? Any information about the best beer, food, or German music is helpful. (0 replies, last updated by cfuchs317 September 3, 2008)

I’m new to the whole Oktoberfest tradition, as in I have no idea what it is. I just know it involves a lot of “good beer.” So I’m curious, what kind of beer do people drink on Oktoberfest? (9 replies, last updated by Jim Dorsch October 13, 2007)

can anyone recommend a restaurant that is serving up an oktoberfest type menu this month? I seemed to have missed some of the festivals already. Central-North Jersey preferred. Thanks (11 replies, last updated by ambrose October 5, 2008)

and worth a return visit. Chef and his wife have done a great job since taking over. They are having their annual Oktoberfest this Sunday, October 12 from 1:00 – 5:00. Very informal get-together with Becks, Americal Red... (0 replies, last updated by Onlytraveltoeat October 9, 2008)

I’m co-hosting an Oktoberfest party this weekend and need help with some side dishes/desserts. My co-host is doing the beer, pretzels and sausages. I was hoping add a warm potato salad, braised red cabbage and apple... (3 replies, last updated by gmk1322 October 15, 2008)

Tis the Season! Where would I find the very best version in the city to cook at home? Anywhere in the Toronto area. Thanks! (12 replies, last updated by chyxx November 7, 2008)

://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X-aeuUbQiz8) Lederhosen is also a great option, though you’ll have to check if they will still have Oktoberfest on the 6th. (2 replies, last updated by RussianGirl September 27, 2007)

What a cooincidence (what with the sauerbraten post)! I am looking for menu suggestions for an Oktoberfest party. I am pretty well versed in German food so I looking more towards ideas that would be low maintainence (i.e.... (4 replies, last updated by potterstreet September 20, 2006)

I would love any thoughts on the best, or any, Oktoberfest celebrations in town. Anything beyond in-restaurant drinks specials, etc.? (2 replies, last updated by JoeM September 5, 2003)

recommend them. The El Cajon one is a little more of an authentic Oktoberfest celebration where the La Mesa one is more of a street fair with a beergarden – but they are both a fun way to mark the change of seasons! (4 replies, last updated by Cathy October 4, 2007)

I’m attending an Oktoberfest event tomorrow evening, and I’ve been asked to bring a German dessert. Does anyone have any recipes that will travel well and aren’t terribly time consuming? (I’ll be stuck at... (1 reply, last updated by A Fish Called Wanda October 21, 2005)