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LIT OUT LOUD — AWARD-WINNING AUTHOR TALKS AND BOOK CLUB CHATS IN BARS

LIT OUT LOUD — AWARD-WINNING AUTHOR TALKS AND BOOK CLUB CHATS IN BARS

Just you, a cup of tea and the printed page – books can be a lonely business, can’t they? But reader, it doesn’t have to be this way, because Berlin’s literature community has two gatherings lined up that will have you starting a fresh, people-filled chapter. First up is the British Council Literature Seminar (16–18.03.2023) which starts tonight with a special event with author Bernardine Evaristo at Oyoun. You can join the 2019 Booker Prize winner in conversation with literary agent Sharmaine Lovegrove, where the topic will be class and contemporary writing in the UK. The program continues tomorrow with a reading and discussion with British/Irish writer Kit De Waal. Now fast forward to next Friday and the Leseclubfestival (24.03), a lit meetup that combines 33 book club-style events across 10 German cities.

The festival works as follows: you pick a book that appeals and buy a €27 ticket which includes a copy of the book sent to your address, entry to the event with the author and a drink. For its Berlin events, the festival has partnered up with youth literature collective Kabeljau und Dorsch, who will be moderating conversations between readers and authors. Austrian writer Tonio Schachinger will be leading discussion about his book “Echtzeitalter” at Palermo Bar in Neukölln, while nearby at Wolf Kino 29-year-old author Cecilia Joyce Röski will be chatting about her debut novel “Poussi”. Incidentally, Kabeljau und Dorsch also host regular book-based events of their own, so be assured: you’ll never read alone.

Text: Benji Haughton / Photos: Jennie Scott, Jelena Ilić & Anna Breit

British Council Literature Seminar (16–18.03.2023) – tickets for the events with Bernardine Evaristo (16.03 19h30) and Kit De Waal (17.03 19h30) can be bought online.

Leseclubfestival (23–25.03 across Germany) – tickets for the events with Tonio Schachinger and Cecilia Joyce Röski(both 24.03 19h30) can be bought online.

@kabeljauunddorsch
@leseclubfestival

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ALWAYS TOGETHER — KOREAN 2D CAFÉ TREND COMES TO MITTE

ALWAYS TOGETHER — KOREAN 2D CAFÉ TREND COMES TO MITTE

You don’t necessarily have to wear color to stand out in Berlin. That’s why Xiao Xue and Andy are bringing black and white to Mitte with the city’s first 2D cafe: Always Together. The pair brought the trend with them from Korea, where these eccentric cafes have long been a phenomenon. The hand-painted interiors of these cafes transport you to another world. The walls, floors, chairs and tables are painted in such a way that three-dimensional objects merge with each other, giving you the impression that you are sitting in a lifesize drawing. The drinks and desserts served are memorable, too: we were particularly impressed with the bingsu, a dessert that melts in your mouth like snow. Made of crushed ice, you can sweeten it with condensed milk, frozen yogurt or ice cream. Always Together has seven varieties: a traditional recipe with red beans, one with Korean rice cake and almonds, and one with Oreos and caramel Biscoff (there are vegan options too). If you aren’t ready for ice-cold drinks, we highly recommend the Ube Latte, which gets its purple color and sweet, nutty flavor from the Filipino yam. It warms you up from the inside, adds some color to the table, and is a bolder alternative to the traditional latte. Sweet treats and fun drinks: who knew the 2D world was so tasty?

Text: Robyn Steffen / Photos: Luna Schaffron

Always Together, Große Hamburger Str.24, 10115 Berlin–Mitte; map
Mon–Sat 11–20h & Sun 12–18h

@cafe_alwaystogether

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DENIZEN — COWORKING SPACE WITH CONCIERGE, SELF-CARE STUDIO AND IN-HOUSE CAFE
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DENIZEN — COWORKING SPACE WITH CONCIERGE, SELF-CARE STUDIO AND IN-HOUSE CAFE

Coworking spaces: I immediately think of white desks, exposed brickwork, telephone booths and – of course – table football. While this concept can work, there is a different way of doing things – as the folks at Denizen have demonstrated. Their workspace is more stylish, more inviting, more contemporary and more feature-filled. Founded by Michael End, Darja Gogunova, David Gregor and David Turnbull in 2022, Denizen is all about offering space that helps you achieve work-life balance. The focus here is on providing not just a place to work, but lots of digital and analog extras too. This includes the likes of a concierge desk so you can get your packages accepted even if you are on the phone with a client. And the digital part? For starters, some of the creators have a background in tech, and they have created an in-house app that lets you order food and drinks directly to your seat and notifies you of upcoming community events. There’s also in-house catering, letting you save time on meal prep by grabbing lunch from the kitchen.

In addition to banana bread and chia pudding snacks, there’s a regularly-changing lunch menu with modern classics like soba noodle salad and grilled paneer and tomato salad. As for self-care, there are onsite shower cabins (to freshen up after your lunchtime run?), changing rooms and a yoga space which also accommodates workshops and meetings. The whole thing is known as The House, and it does feel homely: there are classic furniture pieces, wood on the walls, long curtains on the windows and earthy colors. The overall look? Dignified, warm and “decelerated”. Long tables with built-in lights create closeness, while there are individual tables and secluded corners for solo time. The team have experience in hospitality (they worked for 25hours-Hotels and Design Hotels, among others), and it shows: Denizen almost feels like a hotel, the only difference being you don’t stay overnight. Work-life balance: we got you!

Text: Nina Trippel / Photos: Mathilde Karrèr

Denizen, Köpenicker Str.40, 10179 Berlin–Mitte; map
Mon–Fri 8–20h. Day passes cost €19 and monthly memberships from €79.

@denizen.eiswerk

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PHOTOGRAPHY BY HASHEM SHAKERI AT KANTGARAGEN — RECOMMENDED BY AVA HOUSHMAND
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PHOTOGRAPHY BY HASHEM SHAKERI AT KANTGARAGEN — RECOMMENDED BY AVA HOUSHMAND

As part of European Month of Photography Berlin the exhibition Cast out of Heaven // رانده شدهها از بهشت from Iranian photographer Hashem Shakeri is being presented by Anahita Contemporary. The location for the show is KantGaragen, a rough concrete former parking garage in Charlottenburg. For me, it’s the perfect place for Anahita Sadighi and co-curator Lilja-Ruben Vowe to share these powerful works. The juxtaposition of the raw background and the apocalyptic photographs triggers a sense of unease. Looking at the works, your eye is drawn to everyday life in Iran through pastel focal points. I find myself wondering how such poetic beauty survives in this bleak context. The answer: resilience. Hashem Shakeri tells the story of Iranian society’s resilience with skill and symbolism. It’s a resilience that is repeatedly challenged – be it by climate change, covid or, most recently, the feminist protest movement. You can share in and celebrate the works at the Norouz event on 24.04.2023 which marks Iranian new year. A moving exhibition in a striking location, this is not one to be missed.

Text: Ava Houshmand / Credit: Hashem Shakeri Cast Out of Heaven, Anahita Contemporary

Born in Offenbach, Ava moved to Berlin in 2015. Since then, she has enjoyed exploring the city’s vibrant cultural landscape while working to make it even more diverse and inclusive through her anti-racism work.

Anahita Contemporary at stilwerk KantGaragen, Kantstr.125, 10625 Berlin–Charlottenburg; map

Cast out of Heaven, until 01.04.2023 
Tue–Fri 11–19h & Sat 11–16h. Curatorial tours: 11.03.2023 & 25.03.2023, both at 13h. Norouz New Year’s Party 24.03.23 from 19h.

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FRENCH CHEESE SPECIALITIES TO GO AND WINE AND SMALL PLATES TO STAY — CAMIDI SHOP AND BISTRO
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FRENCH CHEESE SPECIALITIES TO GO AND WINE AND SMALL PLATES TO STAY — CAMIDI SHOP AND BISTRO

In summer, this small bistro beckons you with cheese and wine on the terrace. On colder days, Camidi provides a cozy living room feel with a charming bar and fireplace. But it’s not just its unpretentious and honest atmosphere that makes this place worth a visit – it’s the delicious cheeses they sell too. The large counter at the front offers an extensive selection of mostly French specialty cheeses, as well as salted butter, ham and salami. You can get the items to go, but we recommend grabbing a table and assembling your own cheese plate or having owner Niusha create one for you. Niusha and her business partner Français have known each other for ten years. Français had a small creperie in Kreuzberg where Niusha was restaurant manager. Together they came up with the idea of a cheese bistro, traveling to Paris to gain knowledge and inspiration about the world of cheese at a fromagerie. Now they have brought this culture to Neukölln. We recommend the oven-baked St. Marcellin and salad or a cheese and/or charcuterie platter with fresh bread and butter. You can accompany this with a glass of cremant or natural wine from Camidi’s small but lovingly selected drinks selection. In summer, the patio doors are open, and with a table of cheese and wine, this laid-back street feels almost Parisian. 

Text: Laura Iriondo / Photos: Robyn Steffen

Camidi, Leinestr.54, 12049 Berlin–Neukölln; map
Wed–Sat from 12h, Sun from 14h. To reserve a table, call 030 91469209.

@camidi_berlin

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