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December 9
Profile: Marzipan Santa Claus

Illustration: In the middle, a torn note with a Santa Claus on it, wrapped in a small bag. Surrounded by illustrations of nuts and marzipan.
Illustration: Tobias Schrank © Goethe-Institut e. V.

Our Christmas item for the next four days is in the starting blocks. It is a marzipan Santa Claus that we would like to introduce in a short profile. His motto is:

Why chocolate when you can have marzipan?
Time of origin: Orient, around 900 AD.

Personality: Marzipan Santa Claus is the smart one with a sweet, soft center. He is lovable and puts you in a good mood, especially when you taste him!

Appearance: Sweet, soft and malleable, lovingly adorned with a coat and beard.

Special skill: Be careful - he doesn't stay long and disappears quickly, especially if you have a sweet tooth!

Controversy & Scandal: Marzipan Santa once disguised himself in chocolate, but was discovered, leading to a widespread debate as to whether he was a chocolate or marzipan Santa.

Illustration: Marzipan Santa Claus Illustration: Tobias Schrank © Goethe-Institut e. V.

Competition 3 of 6 is over!

Unfortunately, the marzipan-themed competition is already over.
Have you already read our article on marzipan in the 12th door? The next competition starts on 13 December - then you'll have another chance to try your luck!

 

Giveaway

Question: Marzipan is a polarizing topic - loved by many, hated by others. Which group do you belong to?

This is how it works: Register at "Mein Goethe.de". Answer today's question in a comment and let us know from which country you are commenting. With a little luck, you could win one of the six surprise packages!
We will also be giving away three vouchers for a German Online Training worth €299 each. By entering the competition, you accept the terms and conditions.

We wish you good luck!

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