The Local Germany

Trinkgeld: What you need to know about tipping culture in Germany

Thu, 30 Jan 2020 13:41:08 +0100

When do Germans tip, how much do they tend to give and what do waiters actually expect? These are all questions we put to a sociologist at Frankfurt University.

EXPLAINED: The German phrases you need as bars and restaurants reopen

Thu, 20 May 2021 13:29:36 +0200

Nervous about your German skills now that restrictions are easing? Here are some handy phrases for once it's possible to grab dinner or a drink with friends again.

EXPLAINED: The rules in Germany on outdoor dining as bars and restaurants reopen

Tue, 18 May 2021 19:45:58 +0200

In many parts of Germany, outdoor dining has reopened for bars, restaurants and cafes. But what exactly are the rules on eating out?

'Makes no sense': What do people in Germany think about the bar and restaurant shutdown?

Thu, 29 Oct 2020 18:06:34 +0100

What do those who work in the hospitality and service industry think about Germany's November shutdown? And are their customers on board? The Local took to the streets of Berlin to find out.

'We are prepared for the challenges': How restaurants in Germany are adapting to the winter season

Fri, 16 Oct 2020 20:02:33 +0200

As coronavirus cases across Germany rise, bars and restaurants are feeling the effects of tighter restrictions. How will the already struggling gastronomy sector fare through the winter months?

'The situation is dramatic': German restaurants still hungry for customers post-lockdown

Mon, 06 Jul 2020 11:13:56 +0200

Even as restaurants reopen around Germany, many are struggling to bring back customers, especially for indoor dining.

State by state: What are the new rules for eating out around Germany?

Mon, 18 May 2020 18:25:21 +0200

As of Monday, restaurants in each of Germany's 16 states can open their doors - albeit with different restrictions. We break down what they are.

The surprising global cities where German food is considered a treat

Fri, 25 May 2018 19:18:05 +0200

German cuisine doesn’t really have the reputation that countries like Italy or Japan enjoy when it comes to catering to a global palate. But that doesn’t mean there aren’t cities where Bratwurst and Sauerkraut sell like hot potatoes.

The Local's meaty vegan guide to Berlin

Mon, 09 Apr 2018 14:08:08 +0200

Germany has a reputation as a meat loving country and, in Berlin, that seems to be true of its vegan population. In the German capital there are many eateries - from candlelit cafes to greasy fast food joints - serving up tasty Vleich, or vegetarian Fleisch (meat). Some have been known to convert even the most devout omnivores.

How to discover Berlin through your stomach

Mon, 31 Oct 2016 17:55:19 +0100

It's one thing to tour a city's landmarks, museums and gift shops. But sampling its culinary offerings can sometimes tell you more about its lesser known history and shifting dynamics.

Is too much English spoken in Berlin restaurants?

Mon, 14 Aug 2017 19:46:00 +0200

One of Angela Merkel’s closest allies has caused controversy by complaining about waiters in Berlin restaurants who only speak English. But the Berlin tourist board is more relaxed about the spread of the global language.

How moving to Berlin inspired me to go vegan

Thu, 11 Aug 2016 13:13:42 +0200

Portuguese food writer Inês David always had an uncomfortable relationship with food. Moving to Berlin gave her control over her eating habits and turned cooking into her passion.

These are Germany’s absolute best restaurants... and they're not where you'd think

Thu, 08 Dec 2016 17:23:32 +0100

German cuisine may not be as internationally renowned among gourmands as French fare, but the country still has its share of three-star bistos that can't be missed.

These are Berlin's seven most exquisite restaurants

Mon, 05 Dec 2016 10:06:16 +0100

The capital city still hasn't managed to snag three stars in the new 2017 Michelin guide released on Thursday, but it still boasts seven two-star eateries. Here's a look at what they have to offer.

Germany gains record number of Michelin-star restaurants

Fri, 02 Dec 2016 15:14:06 +0100

Germany had a slew of newly minted Michelin-star restaurants this year, and its top-rated establishments held onto their prestigious three stars.

Discover Berlin Mitte's nooks and crannies

Fri, 10 Jul 2015 13:10:35 +0200

It's easy to live for years in Berlin without ever knowing about some of the hidden treasures the city harbours. Map-makers Oooh, Berlin! offer up some of their special favourites in Mitte for The Local's readers.

Two German restaurants make world's top 50

Tue, 02 Jun 2015 11:20:11 +0200

Two leaders in modern German cuisine made it onto a British food organization's annual list of the world's best restaurants, although both slipped in the rankings.

German restaurants win record Michelin stars

Thu, 07 Nov 2013 17:11:00 +0100

A record 11 German restaurants have received three-star Michelin ratings this year, with the 2014 gourmets guide including 274 eateries across the country.

'Eating posture' tax codes to be scrapped

Fri, 31 Aug 2012 18:23:00 +0200

Germany wants to change confusing laws that subjects fast food stands to differing amounts of tax depending on whether their customers sit or stand to eat.

The right to tap water

Wed, 28 Jul 2010 14:29:00 +0200

Lead pipes, snobbery or just plain stinginess: why is it so difficult to get a glass of tap water in a Berlin? Viktoria Larsson attempts to quench her thirst for Berlin’s English-language magazine Exberliner.