Do you know how many soft and salty pretzels are eaten as snacks during the 16 day festival of Oktoberfest? Nope, we've no idea either. BUT we do have superb easy to follow recipe that'll have you making your own for this year's celebrations. Being one of the most popular snacks eaten around the world, these are instantly recognisable and once you made the first batch you'll keep on making this savory masterpiece which is the perfect finger food for your next Oktoberfest costume party. 

As we near the month of September our minds start turning to the next major celebration which is Oktoberfest. Lasting only a few weeks, over 6 million people will visit beer tents and party grounds outside of Munich in the Bavarian region of Germany. Celebrated globally, now is the time to start thinking about and planning your own Oktoberfest decorations. And whether you intend on holding a large event or a small party with family and friends, the addition of Oktoberfest specific decorations will make your event even more special. 

Oktoberfest is probably the longest running wedding party EVER! A tradition lasting hundred of years, Oktoberfest is a real celebration of the coming of Autumn. Strangely, given its name, starting in September the funfairs and beer tents of Munich in Bavaria play host to over 6 million visitors during the 16 days of the carnival like celebrations. For those of us who can't get there, here's some party ideas to help you join in the fun with friends at home. 

Oktoberfest is one of the world's biggest fairs and takes part annually in Munich in the Bavarian heart of Germany. Known mainly as a celebration of beer and the millions of litres drunk each year, Oktoberfest is actually much more than the beer tha's drunk, its a family friendly festival that features huge attractions on the playing fields outside Munich. With plenty of great music and other performance acts, plenty of great traditional Bavarian food, and the many different rides and attractions of the huge funfair there is lots to keep visitors to Munich's Oktoberfest busy. And with parties being held around the world, are you missing out on a great opportunity for a costume party?