Tasting a city is without doubt the most effective manner to understand better this place and its people. In fact, Berlin, the exciting capital of great Germany, would leave any food connoisseur mesmerized with a number of pure cuisine to salivate for. But where do you start? So without further ado, let us explore a scrumptious food lover’s walking tour of Berlin that will make your taste buds dance while you discover this city’s best.
1. First, try a Traditional German Breakfast
This blog post would not be complete without giving a quick insight to any foodie heading to Berlin regarding what a typical German breakfast consists of. One of the endearing local places with excellent pastries includes, Zeit für Brot or Kaffee Mitte which you should visit for freshly baked bread, flaky pastries, cold cuts, cheeses, and many spreads. Best served with rich smelling coffee or chilled glass of orange juice, you will definitely be ready to begin your cooking journey.
2. Successful Ideas of the Crowded Street Vendors
Currently, street food markets are among the Berlin’s food scenes most worth reeling off. Another destination that is a staple of foodies is Markthalle Neun found in neighbourhood of Kreuzberg. Yet, this lively market was packed with different stalls that sell different types of foods including the typical German bratwursts and the nail-biting global specialties including Korea’s bibimbap and Vietnam’s banh mi. Spending time there to feel and taste the kind of the market and the food they can offer before setting up a new restaurant in that location.
3. Sample the Iconic Currywurst
Is it possible to visit Berlin and leave without trying the most famous Berlin’s street food, currywurst? This real Berlin street food again is a tasty juicy grilled pork sausage served with a great tomato sauce spiced with curry. Currywurst kiosks are a usual sight in Berlin but the most historically relevant stand is Konnopke’s Imbiss, next to Eberswalder Straße, that has been selling this Frankfurt invention since 1930. You normall yhave currywurst with fries and a side order of mayonnaies for ultimate descretion a side of fries and a dollop of mayonnaies for ultimate desserts.
4. Take Advantage of Rich and Diversified Vietnameses Culinary Culture
Vietnamese restaurants – Berlin has a fairly large Vietnamese population for one thing, and this reflects in the number of specialised restaurants that are available here. Move to Prenzlauer Berg, more specifically Danziger Street where you will see numerous Vietnamese restaurants and cafes. From mouthwatering soups to tasty pancakes and refreshing summer rolls, you will find the best Vietnamese dishes in these restaurants inserted in the middle of Berlin.
5. Indulge in Sweet Delights
Ofcourse there wouldn’t be an end to food lover’s tour without paying attention to the craving for sweets. I came to the conclusion that Berlin has a countless number of desserts so no one can remain indifferent. Next up, dedicate some time to Rausch Schokoladenhaus – a true heaven for all chocolate fans, curated incredibly delicious handmade chocolate and watch sculptors at work making chocolate figures. The other important local’s landmark is the Cafe Einstein that offers original pastries, cakes, Viennese coffee and much more.
6. Unwind with Berliner Weisse
To bring your foodie walking tour of Berlin to its deserved finale and to enjoy ‘the’ Berliner Weisse, a beer from Berlin. This German beer has its origin dating back to the sixteenth century and it is a beer whose taste is instead slightly sour. This beer is available either “mit Schuss,” which means that you get a shot of fruit syrup added to it or “naturtrub” in its natural form. Go to one of the picturesque beer gardens in Berlin, for example, Prater Garten or Café am Neuen See and try this originally Berlin drink.
In Conclusion
Berlin food walking itinerary is another exciting way to discover the city and enjoy some great tastes of its food offer. From the traditional black breakfast to German sausages and fries, quick street foods , exotic cuisines, desserts and drinks and the healthy Berliner Bier – Berlin has it all. Therefore, put on your comfortable shoes, arrive hungry and get ready for a tasty tour around the Berlin streets.
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