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    Domäne Dahlem – A farm in the middle of Berlin

    With an oink oink and a moo moo there… Domäne Dahlem is a farm in the South-West of Berlin, a ten minute walk from our apartment. We found it through a friend who lives in the area, otherwise you’d never know it is there. Even the entrances are hidden away, so unless you know where you’re going, it’s a local secret. So you’re lucky I’m telling you! There are so many animals to watch, from tiny piglets and their parents, to chickens, cows, horses and at the moment on Wednesdays, you can go to listen to free lessons on bees. There is something for every season – a fairground for spring,…

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    Eierschale Berlin

    Let me show you the way… Eierschale Dahlem is a huge restaurant – possibly the biggest I’ve seen in Berlin – just next to Podbielskiallee Station (U3). We often pop by for a delicious ice chocolate drink on a sunny day, as they have a grand outdoor terrace and it’s right next to the farm we love to visit. They have a seasonal carte, so obviously I went for the white asparagus, with boiled potatoes and Hollandaise sauce. OMG HEAVEN! They have fun live band nights (mostly swing dancing) and a great Sunday morning buffet with Jazz music. The service is fast and good, a nice change for Berlin and…