Still searching for the perfect gift for all the food lovers in your life? Look no further. Whether you’re shopping for an apsirational home cook, a dedicated restaurant foodie, or someone who simply loves Berlin’s culinary scene in all it ways, please check out this ultimate Holiday gift guide from Berlin Food Stories. From unique dining experiences to essential cookbooks and kitchen tools, we’ve got you covered!
And don’t forget: supporting Berlin Food Stories directly helps us continue showcasing Berlin’s vibrant food culture. The best way to do that? Buy a restaurant voucher or gift a membership to the Berlin Food Club—details below!
1. THE BERLIN FOOD STORIES RESTAURANT VOUCHER
The ultimate Christmas gift for Berlin food lovers - our own restaurant voucher that can be redeemed at over 40 of Berlin's best restaurants, making it as versatile as it is thoughtful.
- Why it’s perfect:
- Easy to buy online in under five minutes to your chosen value
- The recipient gets to choose their dining adventure, guided by our curated selection.
- Valid for three years, giving them plenty of time to plan their perfect meal.
Give the gift of a fantastic Berlin dining experience, and you’ll guarantee smiles all around! Buy it at BFSVoucher.com
“ The ULTIMATE gift for food lovers is of course a BFS voucher AND a membership
2. A BERLIN FOOD CLUB MEMBERSHIP
For the food lover who wants to dive deeper into the Berlin food scene, a membership to the Berlin Food Club is the ultimate insider gift.
- What’s included:
- Access to the largest food community in Berlin via our exclusive Discord forum.
- Early tips and insider scoops on Berlin’s top restaurants via the Secret Sauce newsletter.
- Invitations to exclusive food events and bookings organized for club members.
- A chance to connect with other food lovers and discover Berlin’s culinary secrets.
This membership isn’t just a gift—it’s a ticket to a vibrant community of like-minded food enthusiasts. Purchase a membership gift here Patreon.com/berlinfoodstories/gift
P.S. The ULTIMATE gift for food lovers is of course a package of a voucher AND a membership
3. BERLIN COOKBOOKS
There were a lot of extraordinary Berlin cookbooks released this year, both from restaurants and home cooks. Be it for the home chef or book lover, these books wll make thoughtful and personal gifts. If you choose the buy them, please use the links provided and support the BFS project!
1. Faces of Gastronomy (EN)
A stunning coffee table book showcasing Berlin’s dynamic food scene, from simple restaurants to fine dining institutions, and also featuring a commentary by yours truly Especially the beautiful photography by Robert Schlesinger is notworthy. BUY IT HERE
2. Einfach Chinesisch by Sissy Chen (DE)
A beginner-friendly cookbook by acclaimed blogger Sissi Chen that brings Chinese cooking to Berlin kitchens with accessible ingredients. BUY IT HERE
3. Mach's Lecker by Tim Amann
A no-nonsense cookbook offering simple, practical recipes from Tim Arman aka Brot mit Ei, a trained chef turned YouTuber and creator. BUY IT HERE
4. Kitchen Passport by Arseny Knaifel aka Andong (EN)
Recipes from my studio buddy Andong’s popular YouTube channel, blending cooking techniques with food history. BUY IT HERE
5. Vom Guten Essen (DE)
A farm-to-table cookbook celebrating Berlin and Brandenburg’s best producers and ingredients. BUY IT HERE
6. KUK – Cook by Sebastian Frank (DE)
Recipes from the Austrian two Michelin-starred restaurant Hórvath, perfect for fine dining enthusiasts. BUY IT HERE
7. Classic German Cooking by Luisa Weiss (EN)
A comprehensive English-language guide to traditional German cuisine by Luisa Weiss, of the most acclaimed, English-speaking recipe authors in Berlin. BUY IT HERE
8. Malakeh by Malakeh Jazmati (EN)
A heartfelt Syrian cookbook by Berlin-based chef Malakeh Jazmati, filled with authentic recipes and rich cultural stories. BUY IT HERE
4. SUBSCRIPTION TO TIP MAGAZINE
Treat someone with the gift of news and enable them to stay up to date about what's going on in Berlin with a subscription to Tip, Berlin’s premier city magazine. Bonus: Check out their newly released restaurant guide, Tip Speisekarte, which, by a million miles, is the best, printed food publication Berlin. A perfect way to support independent food publishing!
5. KITCHEN TOOLS AND GADGETS
Looking for something practical and stylish for the home cook? Our partner, Wolt, has a bunch of different kitchen shops in their new shopping, which will allow you to get all your gifts delivered straight to your home. Our personal favorite is MyConbin, a Japanese convenience store with a stunning offering of kitchen tools, and premium Japanese ingredients.
DOWNLOAD THE WOLT APP and use the voucher code BFSWOLT for 5EUR discount on our first three orders
“ From unique dining experiences to essential cookbooks and kitchen tools, we’ve got you covered!
Happy Holiday Shopping!!
