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FLUENTUM: SHOWCASING A NEW VIDEO ART COLLECTION IN AN HISTORIC SETTING

FLUENTUM: SHOWCASING A NEW VIDEO ART COLLECTION IN AN HISTORIC SETTING

Fluentum’s history is rich: In search of a place for his video art collection, software entrepreneur Markus Hannebauer headed out to Dahlem. Along with Berlin architects Sauerbruch Hutton, he set out to redesign a building burdened by a turbulent history. What once had served as the barracks for the Luftwaffe during the Nazi-era became the headquarters of the U.S. army after the war. And while people live in the complex today, the most emblematic building stood long abandoned. No one dared to touch the dark, heritage-protected premises, which were occasionally used as the setting for films such as “Inglourious Basterds”. Nowadays, films are not shot but rather shown here: Hannebauer has turned a Nazi legacy set in stone into exhibition architecture. In the current show by artist Guido van der Werve, the black marble acts as a natural black box. There are works by other artists to come, including Hito Steyerl and Hiwa K. (Text: Laura Storfner / Photos: © Guido van der Werve & © Moritz Hirsch – Courtesy of Fluentum, Berlin)

Fluentum, Clayallee 174, 14195 Berlin–Dahlem; map
Sat 11–14h
“Guido van der Werve. Number eight, nine, twelve, thirteen, fourteen, seventeen”, running until 22.06.2019

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PAOLO PINKEL: ONE PLACE, THREE KITCHENS FOR DINNER AND DRINKS

PAOLO PINKEL: ONE PLACE, THREE KITCHENS FOR DINNER AND DRINKS

Three independent kitchens in one restaurant? Impossible? Not in Paolo Pinkel, where Chinese food meets both Cypriot and Peruvian cuisines, and where you can choose a favorite dish from each kitchen and taste it all. The concept is simple: Once you’ve ordered and paid directly at each kitchen, the dishes will be served straight to your table. Our particular favorites: the vegan ceviche from the Peruvian kitchen, the Cypriot lamb chops with eggplant cream and the Ran Mian, a wheat noodle dish by Koch Wing, the chef behind Burnin Noodles. If you’re wondering what the name is all about, perhaps you remember the sex and drugs scandal involving German politician Michel Friedman, or the 80s musician Falco with his slicked back hair. It’s an association that’s a little sleazy, wicked, and punk, but it’s implemented with passion. The restaurant’s bar is just as attractive, offering tasty cocktails to wash the food down with. And Paolo Pinkel are widening their concept: from a weekly Sunday brunch, to “Late Night Munchies” to musical spectacles, the three owners Kubilay Akkaya, Nick Kapros and Sebastian Schwendner are just bursting with new ideas for their restaurant. So bring along all your friends – there’s something for everyone to try. (Text: Rosa Künzler / Photos: Johanna Rademacher-Flesland)

Paolo Pinkel und das Schnabulat, Karl–Marx–Str.55, 12043 Berlin–Neukölln; map

Kitchen: Daily 18–23h, Sun Brunch 10–15h

Bar: Daily from 18h

@paolopinkelberlin

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SHOWING YOUR AFFECTION THROUGH FLOWERS AT FRIDAS TÖCHTER

SHOWING YOUR AFFECTION THROUGH FLOWERS AT FRIDAS TÖCHTER

This Sunday (12.05.2019) is Mother’s Day in Germany, and you don’t want to give just any old bouquet to your mom: you want to show your affection through flowers. Our advice: visit this lovely spot by Boxhagener Platz, the location of the small florist Fridas Töchter, run by a self-proclaimed “writer with flowers”. Kurt, a trained carpenter and sociologist, creates beautiful floristic stories around a single flower, and stages these narratives both in the shop and at events for customers. And speaking of creating: the arrangements at the entrance, with old wooden boxes and antique suitcases, invite you on a journey into the shop’s enchanting interior. Walking through the doors is an escape from the bustle of Friedrichshain into Kurt’s floral world, where the focus is on local rather than imported flowers. Incidentally, the name is an homage to Mexican artist Frida Kahlo and the strong colors in her work. Let Kurt and his team help you show your affection with a colorful, temporary piece of art. And if your mom doesn’t live nearby, then why not treat yourself? (Text: Rosa Künzler / Photos: Johanna Rademacher-Flesland)

Fridas Töchter, Niederbarnimstr.8, 10247 Berlin–Friedrichshain; map
Tue–Fri 11–19h, Sat 09–18h, Sun 10–15h

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ARYS STORE OPENING: FASHION MEETS FUNCTION AT BERLIN LABEL’S SECOND LOCATION
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ARYS STORE OPENING: FASHION MEETS FUNCTION AT BERLIN LABEL’S SECOND LOCATION

Fans of minimalist style and cutting-edge materials rejoice: Berlin-based clothing label Arys are opening a second store in Mitte, down the road from their original Kollwitzkiez flagship. Founded in 2014, Arys have since won multiple awards and gained particular success in Japan. Their combination of fashion and function has long been a big trend there and now Arys is replicating it on their home turf. Combining the practical fabrics you need for an active lifestyle with futuristic, sleek forms, their collections boldy cross conventional fashion boundaries. Take their unisex weightless jackets and sculptured tracksuit jackets and pants: they use the latest adaptive material technologies but retain a simple elegance in their design. Besides placing importance on innovation and durability, Arys concentrate on the ethical production of their garments, with sourcing and manufacturing of their men’s and women’s collections all taking place in Europe. All their items are available online as well as at their new store near Rosenthaler Platz. The space shows off the same innovation and utility that Arys embodies with their styles, so head to the opening event on 16.05.2019 to enjoy a drink while browsing their latest spring/summer collection. (Text: Benji Haughton / Photos: Arys)

Arys Store, Torstr.138, 10119 Berlin–Mitte; map
Opening event 16.05.2019, 18–22h
Afterwards Mon–Fri 12–18h, Sat 12–19h
@aryswear

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CHANYU XU RECOMMENDS: DINNER DIRECT FROM THE GARDEN AT CAFÉ BOTANICO
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CHANYU XU RECOMMENDS: DINNER DIRECT FROM THE GARDEN AT CAFÉ BOTANICO

I discovered Café Botanico last summer when strolling around Neukölln. As with anything great in Berlin, the outside frontage of the cafe doesn’t look like anything special. But inside lies a 1000 sq. m magical wild garden where herbs, fruits and vegetables are grown and a beautiful cafe which cooks up the ingredients into homemade, Italian-inspired plates. The garden there is said to be the only one in the city with an organic certification. With over 200 edible plants, there’s plenty of room for creativity in the kitchen. Dishes change with the seasons and are mostly plant-based, vegetarian or vegan. The fresh pasta with wild herb salad is one of the best meals I’ve had in Berlin. Guided tours of the garden can be arranged too, if you want to deepen your botanical knowledge. When you visit, make sure to drop in on the bee colonies which feed on the flowering herbs. Their mild and sweet honey is used in the kitchen and is available to buy in the cafe. Sustainable, seasonal and local food doesn’t get much better than this. (Text: Chanyu Xu / Photos: Johanna Rademacher-Flesland)

Chanyu Xu has been living in Berlin for over a decade. She is the founder of female-focused natural nutrition and beauty company Her1.

Café Botanico, Richardstr.100, 12043 Berlin–Neukölln; map
Tues–Sun 12–22h
@cafebotanico

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