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Three years after its opening, MAISON PAPILLON Berlin is repositioning itself. Since autumn 2025, Head Chef Julius Nowak has been overseeing the kitchen, focusing on modern German cuisine with international influences.
Lutter & Wegner is a Berlin Institution Between History and Commerce. Lutter & Wegner at Gendarmenmarkt is marking its 215th anniversary. The venue’s history is closely tied to Berlin’s cultural development, though today it operates as a commercial enterprise in one of the city’s most frequented tourist areas.
Berlin is reaching new heights—and it’s doing so in silent, elegant motion. Located 207 meters above the city’s vibrant streets, “Sphere Tim Raue” inside the iconic Berlin TV Tower combines culinary artistry, architectural heritage, and precision engineering to create an experience that is truly one of a kind. As of its grand opening, it holds the official title of the highest revolving restaurant in the European Union.
Reopening of Berta Restaurant in Berlin: Israeli-German Fusion Under Chef Assaf Granit
Culinary connoisseurs and restaurant explorers are in for an extraordinary treat this February at MANI Restaurant. For four consecutive Thursdays, this staple of Berlin’s dining scene on Torstraße will transform into a stage for exceptional culinary collaborations.
The International Green Week Berlin (https://www.gruenewoche.de/en) celebrates its 100th anniversary in 2026, and Sweden is participating with one of its most impressive pavilions. Under the motto “Tradition Meets Innovation,” the kingdom presents a unique culinary journey through its history—from the 16th-century fishing village to today’s modern haute cuisine.
A Celebration of Fine Truffles for the first time in Berlin. Two days of truffle indulgence – both savory and sweet, for true food lovers – this is Berlin Truffle & Truffle Festival 2026.
Here’s an overview of the events for 2026
Ritz-Carlton Berlin will host a series of exclusive culinary events from mid-December 2025 through New Year’s Day, offering guests festive dining experiences in a setting inspired by the glamour of the 1920s.
Two days of truffle indulgence – both savory and sweet, for true food lovers.
