Restaurant Breslau is a great example of a Polish gastronomic success. Sebastian Rusin, the owner and chef of this restaurant, told us that the biggest challenge he has faced so far, was to come up with a menu appealing to a mixed Polish and German clientèle. There are many dishes loved by Poles but less so by German customers. Sebastian chose to work with the highest quality ingredients. Luckily, the experiment paid off and pierogi (Polish dumplings) with many non-traditional stuffings such as salmon, Greek feta, or spinach in a sesame sauce, turned out to be very successful. Nowadays, Restaurant Breslau is one of the most visited Polish restaurants in Berlin.
Bojarzyńscy Family, the owners of Kafee Kredenz followed the similar path. The unusual, pre-war interior of this café makes it unique among its competitors. Here, one can sit at a table, try many delicious cakes, have coffee or tea, and forget about the bustling big city outside. Kredenz’s charm and its offerings have infatuated not only local patrons, but also the many tourists who have found their way to this “sweet” stop. Many who visit this attractive café are surprised to learn of its Polish origins. Kafee Kredenz was praised by Jahreszeiten Verlag magazine and presented to the international foodies by the Der Feinschmecker magazine.
The Hard Rock 2 club is a popular evening attraction. Włodek Lach alias Waldi, greets his guests from behind the bar, while the stage is taken over by a band. This is not a place for chatting with your friends, but for breathing in the spirit of the city. Berlin’s music scene is quite legendary, and there are many such clubs around. At the Hard Rock 2 one can attend mini concerts, jam sessions, talk or even play alongside the musicians, many of whom are its dedicated patrons. Check out Waldi’s posters and artwork on the Hard Rock 2 Facebook site.
In their support for an elegant restaurant, a charming café or an avant-garde club, the Berlin patrons shed light not only on the importance of the food served in such establishments, but also on the significance of a clever idea for running a hospitality business. Polish restaurateurs should not only promote Polish flavors, but first and foremost, should emphasize the Polish hospitality. Let it be our – Polish – trademark.
Author: Piotr Nowak
Photo © Marzena Nowak
