Yellow is a color that draws your attention. On a hot, early summer afternoon I was cycling along Köpenicker Straße and discovered Zàgara, a sunny Italian ice cream shop which I certainly won’t miss again. Thanks to Tiziana, Gil and Riccardo, who brought their vision of their own ice cream parlor to life when they opened Zàgara in May 2019, there is now another Italian gelato spot not far from Schlesi. It’s since become my place for an after-work treat, and for good reason: the shop is so charmingly different and colorful. Its vibrant furniture and plants, as well as the friendly trio themselves, are so cheerful and inviting. Whether for a breakfast ice cream sandwich with brioche from Sironi or an afternoon affogato pick-me-up, there’s always an occasion to visit. Our insider tip: try the organic ricotta with candied lemon and the vegan dark chocolate with beetroot. (Text: Lisa Strube / Photos: Johanna Rademacher-Flesland)
Zàgara, Köpenicker Str.4, 10997 Berlin–Kreuzberg; map
Mon–Fri 9–20h, Sat–Sun 12h30–20h
@zagara.berlin
