Berlin is the lively capital of Germany that is famous with its history and multiculture but it has also much to offer with its incredible street foods. The German cuisine food to the flavor international stature the culinary delights in the city make a gourmet paradise for the food lovers. Come on an afternoon walking tour to discover the stories and flavours of Berlin that cannot be missed.
1. Currywurst: A German Icon
It would be annoying if you visited Berlin without a chance to taste the famous Currywurst. This famous German fast food is a grilled sausage topped with a special curry ketchup and dusted with curry. It is usually eaten with a dish of shallow frieness. Check out Konnopke’s Imbiss – if there’s one currywurst joint you want to visit in this Berlin ’hood, it’s this legendary, old school currywurst stand that’s been going strong in Prenzlauer Berg since 1930.
2. Doner Kebab: This means that the general public has been served with a taste of Middle Eastern influences.
Berlin is a multicultural city, and this is best depicted by the foods that it consists of dinners; kebab is among them. A famous food discovered by Turkish immigrants and enjoyed by the public on the streets. A common doner kebab is composed of tender trimmed meat (often lamb or chicken), greens, and sauces, all envelopped in a wonderful pita bread. Most visitors know the Mustafa’s Gemüse Kebap house in Kreuzberg via tasty doner kebabs and sometimes you have to stand in a long row to reach one of the tables.
3. Vietnamese Banh Mi: A Fusion of Cultures
All the same, food carts in Berlin are not just limited to German and Turkish cuisines. Berlin is also home to a large Vietnamese population, who have thankfully taken it upon themselves to share their food with the rest of the city. The Vietnamese baguette sandwich, the banh mi should not be missed. Think of a fresh crispy baguette that contains moist marinated meats, and added spice up the greens, pickled vegetables, and tasty sauces. For good and seriously tasty banh mi, go to Banh Mi Restaurant in Friedrichshain.
4. Street Food Markets: A Culinary Adventure
For street food experience see a food court in motion visit a food market in Berlin. Here you will find a vast list of foods that are derived from different countries and are easily accessible at one place. A good option is located in Kreuzberg – Markthalle Neun where you will find various street food traders and local suppliers. People can enjoy traditional German meat products meals such as sausages, Italian pizzas, Mexican tacos among others. But make sure to visit Street Food Thursday, the event that which transforms the market into a feast of food stalls and live music every Thursday.
5. Sweet Treats: Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth
Sure, any gourmet is perfect incomplete without some sort of desserts. Every single baia, buddy, or whatever type of lover of dessert that we have here in Berlin is catered for by Berlin street foods. Try the Berliner which is the doughnut burger in jam or taste the cheesecake in Five Elephant in Kreuzberg. We also recommend you to try the German version of a pancake known as Kaisersmarmrn: a plate with powdered sugar and a dark cherry sauce in a small dish.
Conclusion
The most delicious foods of Berlin are numerous and sold in the streets taking into account the different cultures showcased in the city. Here, one can find not only original German sausages but also other kinds of foreign exotic dishes. Take a walking tour and, while on the trip, allow your palate a chance to taste the rich and dynamic Berlin. From Currywurst which in fact is a famous Berlin fast food to a mouth watering doner kebab or mixing up the savoury flavours of Vietnam, Berlin’s street food scene will offer you just a second helping.
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