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WHITNEY WEI RECOMMENDS: DA JIA LE
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WHITNEY WEI RECOMMENDS: DA JIA LE

Da Jia Le in Schöneberg invites you to bask in bold, spicy flavors plucked from the northeastern Dongbei region of China. Take your pick of cold dishes: The tofu leaf, cucumber, or five color are crisp and chewy salads brightened by generous splashes of chili oil that will get your palette singing. Next, either turn it down with the Peking fried pork strips with ribboned scallions served on thin pancakes — or amp it up with Sichuan-style fried chicken. These battered morsels deliver a fiery blast thanks to chopped dried chilis and cracked peppercorns. Beckon over the waiter to round out your order with sizzling cumin beef and a craft beer (try the slightly sour Meerjungfrau by Inselbrauerei Rügen). Da Jia Le’s jade green hall crowned with a glittering chandelier is festive enough for Chinese New Year, but feel free to celebrate any day of the week. The family-style dining means pulling up with an adventurous entourage is mandatory. (Text: Whitney Wei / Photos: Pamina Aichhorn)

Whitney Wei moved to Neukölln from New York in 2017. As an artist and writer, her work investigates the intersection of nightlife, music and urban culture.

Da Jia Le, Goebenstraße 23, 10783 Berlin-Schöneberg; map
Daily 12–23h

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CONSTANTIN LANGHOLZ-BAIKOUSIS RECOMMENDS: LA LUPA E L’ORSO

CONSTANTIN LANGHOLZ-BAIKOUSIS RECOMMENDS: LA LUPA E L’ORSO

Near Arnimplatz, amongst the quaint green park and cafés, you’ll find La Lupa e L’Orso. Upon first glance, you might not notice this unassuming  pizzeria, but take one look at the food and you’ll understand how I’ve quickly become a regular. La Lupa e L’Orso is just like its pizza – simple, straightforward and unpretentious. With the friendly and warm staff, it’s easy to want to linger. A quick scan of the patrons will tell you that this place is the real deal — there’s always a crowd of Italians. What makes the pizza here so special is its very own brick oven, allowing for that super-thin, crispy (and addicting) crust. Although the menu changes weekly, fan-favorites like their salsiccia e taleggio pizza are a mainstay. And if red sauce isn’t your thing, try the pizza bianca. Make sure to follow your meal with a cup of their top–notch espresso — you won’t regret it. (Text: Constantin Langholz-Baikousis / Photos: Cee Cee Creative (Pamina Aichhorn))

La Lupa e L’Orso, Schönfließer Straße 14, 10439 Berlin-Prenzlauer Berg; map
Mon-Sun 16-24h

Constantin Langholz-Baikousis was born in Hamburg and has lived in Berlin Mitte and Prenzlauer Berg since 2011. He’s the co-founder and CEO of the Berlin women’s shoe label, Aeyde.

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CELL: FINE DINING DELIGHT IN NINE STEPS

CELL: FINE DINING DELIGHT IN NINE STEPS

Oyster, sea buckthorn, spirulina, buckwheat koji. Clams, rutabaga, buckwheat, yuzu. Char, rutabaga, lardo, mustard. The nine courses of young Russian chef Evgeny Vikentev’s “Time Steps” menu (and its vegetarian equivalent, “Roots Religion”) on offer at Cell on Uhlandstraße not only read like poetry; they also present as carefully-composed works of edible art that surprise and delight. The concept is neat: each dish — well-portioned, paced and presented — adopts one element from the preceding one. Vikentev (of Hamlet & Jacks in St. Petersburg) and his international kitchen transcend geographical borders to showcase their culinary creativity and dexterity. A pairing of six wines – chosen by sommeliers Pascal Kunert and Henriette Dreger from the extensive list, which focuses on German and French winemakers, is recommended to accompany the evening. The atmosphere — with its plush, warm-toned textiles and linens — sets a chic but laid-back tone that’s elevated by the impeccable service. Come on a special occasion when you have someone to treat. This is fine dining at its relaxed, playful best. (Text: Anna Dorothea Ker / Photos: Anna Dorothea Ker)

Cell, Uhlandstr.172, 10719 Berlin-Charlottenburg; map
Tue-Sat 18-21.30h

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SIMSIM — DELVING INTO LEVANTINE CUISINE & CULTURE

SIMSIM — DELVING INTO LEVANTINE CUISINE & CULTURE

The corner spot on Husemannstraße – previously home to the iconic GDR-era Restauration 1900 – stood empty until two Palestinian brothers opened their authentic and hospitable eatery at the end of 2018. Simsim (“Sesame”) presents an elegant array of Levantine cuisine, taking inspiration from the fine ingredients and culinary traditions of Syria, Palestine and Lebanon. The tapas-style dishes — best shared among family and friends — include interesting and flavorful modern adaptations of savory classics such as hummus, tabbouleh and lamb. We recommend Muhammara (walnut and red pepper dip), Wara’enab (stuffed grape leaves), Arnabeet Mekle (cauliflower marinated with lemon) and, if you have room, the Halawet Jibn dessert, made from semolina, mozzarella and pistachios. The love the kitchen team has for their culture and their cooking is mirrored in the cozy interior of the restaurant, making for a delectable heart- and belly warming experience. Breakfast and lunch menus to follow. (Text: Jasmin Tomschi / Photos: Pamina Aichhorn)

Simsim Levantine Eatery, Husemannstr.1, 10435 Berlin-Prenzlauer Berg; map
Tue-Thu 17-23h, Fri-Sat 17-24h, Sun 17-23h

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ZEITREISE IN EIN JAHRZEHNT DER DEKADENZ: GRILL ROYAL
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ZEITREISE IN EIN JAHRZEHNT DER DEKADENZ: GRILL ROYAL

Love it or hate it, the cult status of Grill Royal in Berlin’s culinary and celebrity circuits is undeniable. For the ritzy steak house’s 10th birthday, Distanz has published a new coffee table book in German and English which pays tribute to its legacy. The publication features candid photo series showing guests at various stages of their meals (and after) taken by the likes of Maxime Ballesteros and Robert Rieger. Interwoven is a feature on the establishment’s history, a conversation about wine with sommelière Andrea Kauk and co-owner Moritz Estermann, a highly technical tribute to meat and many more juicy tidbits. If you haven’t yet stepped foot inside, we can guarantee that by the time you’re through with this book, your fingers will be itching to dial the reservation line — that’s +49 30 2887 9288. (Text: Anna Dorothea Ker / Photos [clockwise]: Maxime Ballesteros, Robert Rieger, Pamina Aichhorn)

Grill Royal, Friedrichstr.105b, 10117 Berlin-Mitte, map
Daily 18-23.30h
“Grill Royal — The Place People Love to Hate” (Distanz, 2018), available here.

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