Hofbräuhaus of America: Oktoberfest: A Month-long Celebration and World-famous Beer

When Crown Prince Ludwig married Princess Therese of Sachsen-Hildburghausen in October of 1810, the father of the groom spared no expense on what was later deemed the reception of the century. Serving top-of-the-line food and free-flowing beer to some 40,000 guests, the king is credited with hosting the most successful wedding in Bavarian history. By Jessica Jones