Searching for authentic German groceries online in the USA? Meet Thomas Hessler, CEO of One Stop German Shop. In this exclusive Q&A, he explains why his US-based company is the premier destination for all your favorite German food brands, from German chocolate and candy to bakery essentials and fresh sausages. Get your taste of home, fast!
This post is designed to help anyone looking to buy German food online, from expats craving a taste of home to Americans discovering the joys of genuine German flavors.
Meet the Founder: Thomas Hessler
Q1: What inspired you to start One Stop German Shop?
Thomas Hessler: The inspiration was simple: the challenge of finding genuine, high-quality German products in the United States at a fair price. As a German myself, I know the feeling of missing that perfect German bread, the Knorr seasoning, or a specific brand of German chocolate. I founded the company in 2023 with the mission to bring the rich, comforting flavors of Germany directly to people's doors across the US, offering the quality German food we grew up with. We realized there was a need for a reliable, comprehensive online German store that truly understood the customer's craving for authenticity.
The One Stop German Shop Difference
Q2: What makes One Stop German Shop stand out from other options for buying German food?
Thomas Hessler: It comes down to three things: Assortment, Authenticity, and Efficiency.
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Broadest Assortment: We meticulously curate our inventory to include over 1500 German food items. Whether you're looking for German candy, baking essentials like Dr. Oetker mixes, or pantry staples from Knorr and Bechtle, we strive to be the "One Stop Shop" for all your needs. We even offer a great selection of fresh sausages and cold cuts.
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Authentic Sourcing: We work directly with well-established German suppliers and manufacturers as well as local partners & distributors.
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US-Based Efficiency: This is a huge advantage. We ship from our warehouse right here in New Jersey. That means no customs hassles, no ridiculously long international shipping waits, and most orders leave our facility within 24 hours. Customers get their imported German food fast, typically within 3 to 5 days across the USA.
Q3: German chocolate and candy are very popular. What can customers find in your sweets section?
Thomas Hessler: Our confectionery section is a customer favorite! We carry the most beloved brands like Ritter Sport with over 30 different flavors, and Milka, famous for its Alpine milk chocolate. For candy, we have the original Haribo Gummy Bears and a wide variety of other unique German sweets and European confections. We ensure our selection captures the true flavors of German tradition. If you’re searching for the best selection of German chocolates online, you’ll find it here.
Customer Experience
Q4: How do you ensure the freshest products and the best shopping experience for customers searching for "German groceries near me" or "German bakery products"?
Thomas Hessler: While we are not a physical store "near" everyone, our US-based distribution makes us the most convenient solution for getting German food delivered quickly across the nation.
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Quality & speed: Our US warehouse and fast shipping times ensure products arrive fast & on time. We use a rigorous inventory control process.
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German Baking: We know German baking is a passion point, so we’ve focused heavily on essentials like flours, yeast, and Dr. Oetker products, even recently introducing exclusive German Bread Baking Mixes so you can easily bake authentic German bread at home.
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Customer Service: We provide fast, friendly, US-based support for all orders. Our goal is to make shopping for your favorite German imports as easy and enjoyable as possible.
Q5: What’s your ultimate goal for One Stop German Shop?
Thomas Hessler: Our goal is to be the #1 German online shop for US customers—the first place people think of when they want high-quality, authentic German and European groceries delivered efficiently. We’re constantly expanding our inventory to bring more of what our customers love and to remain a dedicated, reliable link to German culture and a friendly face in the German-American community.
Ready to Shop?
If you're looking to reconnect with the taste of home or start your journey into delicious German cuisine, One Stop German Shop has you covered. From seasonal treats to everyday German food brands, your pantry is just a few clicks away from being perfectly stocked.
