I confess I did not understand what you meant by this: " The Calm Before The Storm "
I don't understand it either.
As BK of Germany accepts bitcoin but they'll receive fiat, I think this is still a good news after all. At least they have considered using BitPay's service so that they can cater and give bitcoin users in their area to spend few of their btc for ordering.
Is mass adoption on its way?
It is on its way but don't be overjoyed just because of this news. It will be a gradual process.