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FRISCH GEFISCHT AT MARKTHALLE NEUN — SEASONAL FISH & SEAFOOD TO COOK AT HOME OR EAT THERE AND THEN

FRISCH GEFISCHT AT MARKTHALLE NEUN — SEASONAL FISH & SEAFOOD TO COOK AT HOME OR EAT THERE AND THEN

In December 2022, Markthalle Neun got a new tenant: Frisch Gefischt, a stand that lets you tick off everything on your fish and seafood shopping list. Founders Andreas and Lars are big on sustainable fishing methods and short supply chains, sourcing seafood from regional catch areas not subject to overfishing. That’s why you’ll always find a changing selection on the counter, from wild fish and crustaceans to mussels, seaweed and caviar. If you’re short of ideas for dinner, stop by and ask for advice – then hit the rest of the stalls to get the remaining ingredients! Alternatively, if you come Thursday to Saturday, the stand also offers seafood dishes to enjoy there and then, like the “Seafoodpladde”, a mixed plate of fish skewers with asparagus and lentils or fish sandwiches with gravlax, grilled courgette and tahini mustard. As for your Easter lunch catch: how about pike perch with wild garlic, just coming into season? Or a striped bass ceviche? Oh, and if you’re not a fan of fish bones, there’s also lobster on offer. Whether you’re a passionate cook or street food flâneur, when it comes to this weekend’s dinner Frisch Gefischt will get you off the culinary hook… 

Text: Robyn Steffen / Photos: Luna Schaffron & Uta Gleiser

Frisch Gefischt in Markthalle Neun, Eisenbahnstr.42/43, 10997 Berlin–Kreuzberg; map
Tue–Wed 12–18h, Thu 12–22h, Fri 11–18h (closed Good Friday), Sat 10–18h

@frischgefischt

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HEARTY ALPINE CLASSICS IN SLEEK GASTROPUB SETTING — TRIO

HEARTY ALPINE CLASSICS IN SLEEK GASTROPUB SETTING — TRIO

Berlin has a new inn! Well, almost: this pub is very modern indeed and has none of the usual wood tavern tropes. It goes by the name of Trio and – appropriately enough – has three owners, Eva Alken, Clemens Roesch and Vadim Otto Ursus (of Otto restaurant fame). In the team’s own words, the restaurant is sited “behind the Volksbühne” and features a large glazed facade. Inside, the discreetly cozy rooms with dark red tables, wooden chairs and large counter in the middle make you feel right at home. The name Trio doesn’t just refer to the founding threesome (and the neighboring bar, Drei): the menu itself has a rule of three, comprising la carte starters, main courses and desserts. To start, there’s a classic sausage salad or a refreshing chicory salad with fine vinaigrette and walnuts. The taste of the walnuts alone proves that the team attach great importance to quality sourcing.

The main course includes south German and Alpine classics like mushroom and venison goulash and Backhendl. You can round things off with an apple strudel, which tastes exactly as it should. But even if you’re not that hungry, Trio hits the spot. Take a seat at the beautiful counter and ring out the day with a plate of frittata soup accompanied with a beer or glass of light red wine. Speaking of wine, the Slovenian bottles on the menu are great fun, their modern freshness contrasting well with the dishes. In short: with a Trio like this, you are always in good company.

Text: Laura Storfner & Nina Trippel / Photos: Robert Rieger

Trio, Linienstr.13, 10178 Berlin–Mitte; map
Fri–Mon 18–23h 

@trio.berlin

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

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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INNOVATIVE FUSION DISHES COOKED ON AN OPEN WOOD FIRE — KRAMER

INNOVATIVE FUSION DISHES COOKED ON AN OPEN WOOD FIRE — KRAMER

If you’re looking for a restaurant that brings heat to your palate, Kramer is the place to go. Given its location – in the middle of the Kreuzkölln melting pot – it’s fitting that this eatery is a cosmopolitan affair. The food blends Japanese and Filipino cuisines with a Mexican touch, while the kitchen centers on a big open grill fired by the original fuel: wood. The kitchen is staffed by a five-strong team originating from Argentina, Italy, Japan and Germany and led by Fabian Kramer, who has created an experimental dinner menu full of charred, smoky flavors. As for the dishes: how about gently smoked celery mushroom lasagne and a charred beetroot with avocado habanero cream? Or duck dumplings in their own broth served with kimchi and hollandaise?

The food comes in ceramic tableware made by Fabian himself, while the interior is equally creative, with purple tones and a dark-meets-light atmosphere. The addition of plants watered by an automatic irrigation system gives the place a laboratory-turned-glasshouse vibe. To accompany the food, there’s barrel-aged wine by the sommelier Ben Tobis as well as mezcal negronis and mezcal sours. Kramer takes reservations, but you can also drop in for a drink, a few light bites or – our favorite – fully-fledged dinner and drinks. Wood-fired heat to warm our bones? Yes please! 

Text: Dave Alcantara / Photos: Robyn Steffen

Kramer, Pannierstr.41, 12047 Berlin–Neukölln; map
Wed–Sat 18–23h

@kramerrestaurant

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ALL-DAY BRUNCH IN LAID-BACK, SUNNY SURROUNDINGS — VEGAN AND VEGETARIAN DINING AT BLUMENTAL

ALL-DAY BRUNCH IN LAID-BACK, SUNNY SURROUNDINGS — VEGAN AND VEGETARIAN DINING AT BLUMENTAL

At Blumental it’s back to the roots. The historic building with its red brick façade used to be a workers’ canteen. Now it’s a place to get together and eat well – very well. Located away from the hustle and bustle of Kreuzberg on Engeldamm, the cafe and restaurant is entered via a yellow curtain which leads to a relaxed and spacious interior. It’s full of nice details, like the pastel paint and the turquoise bar with a terrazzo counter. Then there’s the open kitchen, where the (all-women) team create their dishes. Examples include the “Amore Ajvar” with sourdough bread, kale chips, pickled onions, sun dried tomatoes, baby spinach and ajvar. It’s already one of our favorites and is perfect for brunch and lunch.

If you’re not quite in chill mode, no problem: Blumental is creating an area for co-working, and you can already bring your laptop and sit on one of the sofas and get a few things done. For sustenance you can order a freshly squeezed juice or a slice of homemade cake (we recommend the chocolate and raspberry). Best of all, if you don’t manage to finish your dish, the rest goes into a zero-waste machine to become compost. The collective behind the cafe has lots of food experience and a lot of energy: almost everything here was built and designed by the team and their friends. This vibe makes Blumental not just cozy, but highly inviting too. Whether it’s brunch for two or coffee with the whole clique, there’s room for everything here.

Text: Dave Alcantara / Photos: Robyn Steffen

Blumental, Engeldamm 64, 10179 Berlin–Mitte; map
Wed–Sun 9h–18h

@blumental_berlin

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