--the ultimate culinary experience in Berlin--
MARKET TOUR + COOKING CLASS + LUNCH
If you love food and cooking—and are tired of impersonal tours and tourist attractions—then this unique experience offers an authentic and private view into Berlin culinary life.
Fantastic way to learn more about Berlin and German food culture
This is a must-do for any trip to Berlin. Kit was a delightful and gracious host, the food was great, and the atmosphere is inviting and comfortable. It was like cooking at an old friend's kitchen. The market tour was informative and fun, the various shops we visited are just the sort of local markets you hope to discovery in a new town, and the neighborhood tour as we went from market to market was an unexpected surprise. We've done similar cooking classes around the world, and this was one of the best!
Melissa, November 14, 2022
This is a must-do for any trip to Berlin. Kit was a delightful and gracious host, the food was great, and the atmosphere is inviting and comfortable. It was like cooking at an old friend's kitchen. The market tour was informative and fun, the various shops we visited are just the sort of local markets you hope to discovery in a new town, and the neighborhood tour as we went from market to market was an unexpected surprise. We've done similar cooking classes around the world, and this was one of the best!
Melissa, November 14, 2022
simply shop online. We'll issue a printable PDF. This is a wonderful gift to give to anybody who lives in or visits Berlin.
Note: Gift certificates can't be refunded or exchanged by the recipient for cash.
photos: © Nora Novak, © Kit Schulte
"Kit made our last day in Berlin a wonderful memory. We enjoyed the outdoor market and the visit to several food shops purchasing all the items we needed to prepare our lunch. I really liked that Kit let the ingredients we found drive the day's menu. We ended the shopping trip at Kit's home where we made our delicious meal. Our meal reflected Kit's philosophy on food and a modern take on German cuisine, While we cooked, we enjoyed sparkling wine and the cheeses we purchased. The meal began with a delicious onion tart, followed by an incredibly fresh salad tossed with figs, roasted beets and toasted cashews. We continued with meatballs in a light root vegetable broth and finished with a warm apple cake with whipped cream. If you have an extra day in Berlin, I recommend a cooking class with Kit." Cathy & John, October 2022
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Quick facts
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What you get
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While we shop together for the ingredients for a specific German dish of the season, I will guide you through
aspects of German food culture, seasonal customs, and organic farming. Walking to my home, we will stop at wonderful specialty shops, including chocolate and wine. Then, together we will cook a typical seasonal three or four-course menu and discover a healthy and delicious German cuisine with regional nuances. The afternoon culminates in enjoying our home-cooked meal with beer and wine available. Both tours end around 2 pm. Price includes a welcome glass of German Sekt (sparkling wine), a glass of wine with lunch, a linen shopping bag, and recipes. Additional wine may be purchased for consumption at the specialty shops on our walk back. |
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Testimonials
Relaxed, small group with a focus on fresh, seasonal food
I highly recommend Kit's class. My wife I I very much enjoyed the "beginning to end" experience, starting with a very relaxed and enjoyable shop at the nearby market. Note there's an early start on purpose - it means that one can enjoy a leisurely wander around, without queues and all the bustle that comes later. Kit made us feel welcome too by giving us some choice in what we would buy and cook. (By the way, her English is near native level so no concerns on that front.) We also discovered a few shops on the way back to Kit's apartment, great places to know that we have already been back to. The class itself is 100% hands on - no time taken up with the instructor taking control of the prep. Just a relaxed but organised couple of hours, with only three of us in the class. All accompanied by wine and cheese and friendly chat. Needless to say, great food was the result - but all dishes and techniques that are easy to repeat at home.
Richard, May 23
I highly recommend Kit's class. My wife I I very much enjoyed the "beginning to end" experience, starting with a very relaxed and enjoyable shop at the nearby market. Note there's an early start on purpose - it means that one can enjoy a leisurely wander around, without queues and all the bustle that comes later. Kit made us feel welcome too by giving us some choice in what we would buy and cook. (By the way, her English is near native level so no concerns on that front.) We also discovered a few shops on the way back to Kit's apartment, great places to know that we have already been back to. The class itself is 100% hands on - no time taken up with the instructor taking control of the prep. Just a relaxed but organised couple of hours, with only three of us in the class. All accompanied by wine and cheese and friendly chat. Needless to say, great food was the result - but all dishes and techniques that are easy to repeat at home.
Richard, May 23
Absolute MUST DO when in Berlin!
We stayed in berlin for a whole month but this was by far our favorite experience! She was so nice and knowledgeable and treated us like old friends. We learned so much not only about cooking but about german food in general and culture, as well as some history on berlin! She was amazing with our daughter too and really helped her feel included. I will recommend this to anyone I know coming to Berlin!
Luna, Jan 23
We stayed in berlin for a whole month but this was by far our favorite experience! She was so nice and knowledgeable and treated us like old friends. We learned so much not only about cooking but about german food in general and culture, as well as some history on berlin! She was amazing with our daughter too and really helped her feel included. I will recommend this to anyone I know coming to Berlin!
Luna, Jan 23
Best Berlin Experience for Foodies
This was our favorite Berlin activity! We scheduled the class & tour for our anniversary and it was the BEST way to celebrate. We got to go around the market and try all these wonderful things that we can't really get in the USA - pink radicchio, FRESH cedrat & bergamot (!!!), German cod, spice encrusted bacon...all amazing. Then, we went wine, chocolate, & bread shopping on the way back to her very cool apartment. We had nibbles while we cooked and had really great food conversations. After the class, she sent us the recipes. As someone who loves food, it was a great experience to explore local Berlin ingredients that might not be so easy to find in Boston. We can't wait to make the recipes again. Thanks, Kit!
Micki, Nov. 22
This was our favorite Berlin activity! We scheduled the class & tour for our anniversary and it was the BEST way to celebrate. We got to go around the market and try all these wonderful things that we can't really get in the USA - pink radicchio, FRESH cedrat & bergamot (!!!), German cod, spice encrusted bacon...all amazing. Then, we went wine, chocolate, & bread shopping on the way back to her very cool apartment. We had nibbles while we cooked and had really great food conversations. After the class, she sent us the recipes. As someone who loves food, it was a great experience to explore local Berlin ingredients that might not be so easy to find in Boston. We can't wait to make the recipes again. Thanks, Kit!
Micki, Nov. 22
Thank you for the extraordinary morning marketing and cooking.
Compared to other cooking classes we participated in our travels, this was very personalized and much about seasonal produce. We enjoyed the creative process and how we all played a part in co-creating the lunch menu.
We gained a deeper appreciation of seasonal German cuisine, in particular how different it can be from what typically comes to mind when we think of German food. We would readily recommend your class to our families and friends.
Cherng, May, 22
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My husband and I LOVED this experience. You won't find anything else like it.
We met with Kit at the farmers market. She told us all about where the groceries came from, what we might do with them, and what to look out for. Our group then walked to her beautiful apartment to cook up a delicious, seasonal, organic meal. Kit is a fabulous host, engaging, curious, and easy going. If you are looking for a local experience, book a half day with Kit.
Shanna, August 2019
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The 6+ hours this experience takes are more than worth it!
Once we had all of our ingredients, we headed up to Kit's beautiful apartment in a historic building and started preparing our four-course German lunch! We had a great time cooking all of our food, learning even more about Berlin and how the dishes we were preparing fit into the seasonal cycle of meals. By the end of the meal, it felt like we were talking with an old friend. We would absolutely recommend this experience!
Jennifer, July 2019
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Fabulous day with Kit learning about Modern German Cooking!
While planning to attend a one-day business meeting in Hannover in February, a colleague and I decided to include Berlin in our plans before heading home. Found Schoene Heimat online and was thrilled to learn that Kit could a arrange an English-speaking cooking class that would accommodate multiple food intolerances, especially, no gluten, soy, eggs or chicken. The day started with a dreary rain, but then the skies cleared and we had a beautiful day. Kit's apartment has wonderfully high ceilings and big windows. It was a delightful day!! We made wild boar sausage (in casings and wrapped in cabbage leaves), root vegetable soup, a beautiful salad and topped everything off with chocolate pudding. Highly recommend spending the day with Kit and learning Modern German Cooking.
Christian, March 9, 2019
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Memorable private cooking class of German food!
Wonderful private class for me and my wife. Takes you through the purchase of meat and produce at the market to cooking and eating the final product. Kit does a good job of understanding what your preferences are and in walking you through the food preparation steps - all done in her apartment.
Eduardo + Marliese, May 9, 2019
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One of our favorite experiences in Berlin!
My husband and I spent a fun day with Kit and two other visitors. We learned a bit about the culture, the food and life in her neighborhood. Kit has an easy nature and created an enjoyable afternoon with a delicious meal that we created.
Kim, September 2018
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We toured a bustling local market with Kit and chatted with vendors about local produce. Also selected wine from a local shop. We joined Kit in her home, helping to prepare quite a number of interesting & delicious dishes, for lunch. Time flew, as we spent over 6 enjoyable hours with Kit, and picked up a number of cooking concepts & also info about Germany & Berlin.
Helgie, June 2018
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Overall a delicious, fun & interesting morning with a great bunch of people.
We had a fun morning with Kit. Firstly at the market to buy some ingredients, then back at Kit’s house where we prepared some very modern, fresh, light German food. Kit was fantastic, she made the whole experience fun. She explained the dishes very well & we were only a small group of five so we each had plenty of hands on food preparation. I would recommend this market tour/ cooking class to anybody who is interested in German food with a modern twist.
Craig, May 2018
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The whole experience with Kit was amazing! It started with a handshake and finished with a hug.
Going through the local organic market with Kit showed us a new world of seasonal and quality produce. She explained where the products came from, made us taste honey, apples and meat, and talk to the producers. The class itself was comprised of 3 dishes (salad, main dish and dessert) accompanied by champagne and wine. We learned how to work with new roots, vegetables and meat. Kit's place is an amazing apartment very nearby the market and next to some really cool food, chocolate and wine shops. Kit is really passionate about what she does and that creates such an easy going atmosphere, essential for such an experience.
Miguel and Ananda, January 2017
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Kit's class was great!
My fiancee and I like to take cooking classes when traveling. We bought everything fresh, we learned some history, and all about the ingredients for what we were making. This was also German food, not Bavarian pretzels, schnitzel, etc. Her kitchen was beautiful and it was fun having a small, personal class. I highly recommend this to anyone looking for a class.
Joshua, March, 2017
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Explore culinary Germany with Kit is a must do!
If you are visiting this city or a local that wants to experience shopping at the market and the little shops on your way back to Kit's kitchen to cook. The enthusiasm and passion Kit has for cooking and the hands on with her in the kitchen preparing all the courses make for a culinary experience that you get to enjoy after 3 hours of preparation. The meal is out of this world and you were part of the preparation from start to finish. Thank you Kit for a lovely day with you and the meal was delicious. We can't wait to go home and prepare the soup, meatballs and apple strudel for our friends. I highly recommend Kit's culinary exploration of Berlin and Beyond.
Jeanine, January 2017
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Kit is a truly passionate chef and foodie – she loves the stories behind the products, searches always for the freshest and most interesting ingredients. She is super creative when it comes to cooking, always ready to try something new. If you love fresh garden cuisine, you will instantly fall in love with Kit's style of cooking. It's simply fresh, honest and delicious, yet with a certain rafinesse.
Ines, October 2016
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Kit provided us with a wonderful culinary experience in a warm and welcoming atmosphere. An outstanding cook, hostess and conversationalist, Kit conveyed intricate knowledge of local, seasonal produce, products and ingredients. Her highly organized yet seemingly effortless guidance, in combination with her obviously well-honed skills, yielded a feast of nuanced flavors in sometimes surprising, delicious combinations, equally pleasing to the palate and the eye. Kit's passion and creativity served as a fantastic inspiration for the home cook. Attention to detail extended to interesting twists on freshly made non-alcoholic beverages as well as a lovely choice of wines to complement the dishes of the day. Plus, Kit's ability to spark and support children's enthusiasm for the culinary arts was a delight to behold. A most delicious slice of local culture.
Caroline, September 2016
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Cooking and dinning are a great way to experience a place and Kit's class was a high point of our trip to Berlin. Highly recommended!
After visiting the market to pick up fresh meats, fruits and veggies, we returned to Kit's kitchen to prepare a delicious meal of wild herb tomato salad with figs and goat cheese, ‘Kohlrouladen’ (stuffed cabbage rolls)(both meat and vegetarian versions), and plum cake with whipped cream. Preparing it was half the fun and we enjoyed several glasses of sekt while we worked in the kitchen. The results were delicious and we enjoyed delightful conversation with our host. By the time we were done it seemed more like we had just made lunch and dined with a close friend than taken a cooking class.
Tom, September 2016
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It was with high expectations that I took Kit's market tour and cooking class. But even so, I was completely blown away by the experience!
Kit has so much to share about the specialty produce we saw at the Winterfeld farmer's market. We arrived in Kit's kitchen with what seemed to be an impossible variety of food, which we then amazingly were able to turn into a gorgeous three course menu under her helpful and well organized guidance. The dishes were improvised around what we found on the market on that day, inspired by traditional german food heritage but interpreted by Kit in a fresh new way. Kit is a very warm and open host and most of all she's lots of fun. It was a unique and great Berlin experience to fondly remember for a very long time.
Piers, September 2016
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Kit has taken me on an adventurous food tour through Berlin's beautiful Winterfeldt Market!
I got to know beautiful colored wild herbs and edible leaves, a variety of funny looking German cabbages and potatoes, and wonderful local meat and poultry. Our group had the home-made meal in Kit's wonderful, traditional "Speisesaal" (dining hall) that is crowned by the most amazing porcelain chandelier. Kit is extremely knowledgeable and a very creative cook, and a gracious host. The food and wine selection was impeccable and the whole group enjoyed spending a wonderful day in a Berlin home.
Markus, August 2016
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Kit is a wonderful woman and host!
Her upbringing made her appreciate and know what good quality ingredients and home cooking really means. Her passion shows in everything she does and it's always great to listen to her stories while she is hosting guests for her beautifully prepared meals. You feel like in a family home just as in the old days.
Boris, August 2016
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Kit is an extremely talented and warm hearted hostess, creating the most lovingly prepared and amazingly delicious food that make your taste buds tingle with delight!
Her ability to gather good company and a growing number of fans around her as an extended family makes an evening at her table unforgettable. A stimulating experience on more than one level. Highly recommended!!!
Anja, July 2016
Compared to other cooking classes we participated in our travels, this was very personalized and much about seasonal produce. We enjoyed the creative process and how we all played a part in co-creating the lunch menu.
We gained a deeper appreciation of seasonal German cuisine, in particular how different it can be from what typically comes to mind when we think of German food. We would readily recommend your class to our families and friends.
Cherng, May, 22
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My husband and I LOVED this experience. You won't find anything else like it.
We met with Kit at the farmers market. She told us all about where the groceries came from, what we might do with them, and what to look out for. Our group then walked to her beautiful apartment to cook up a delicious, seasonal, organic meal. Kit is a fabulous host, engaging, curious, and easy going. If you are looking for a local experience, book a half day with Kit.
Shanna, August 2019
______________________
The 6+ hours this experience takes are more than worth it!
Once we had all of our ingredients, we headed up to Kit's beautiful apartment in a historic building and started preparing our four-course German lunch! We had a great time cooking all of our food, learning even more about Berlin and how the dishes we were preparing fit into the seasonal cycle of meals. By the end of the meal, it felt like we were talking with an old friend. We would absolutely recommend this experience!
Jennifer, July 2019
______________________
Fabulous day with Kit learning about Modern German Cooking!
While planning to attend a one-day business meeting in Hannover in February, a colleague and I decided to include Berlin in our plans before heading home. Found Schoene Heimat online and was thrilled to learn that Kit could a arrange an English-speaking cooking class that would accommodate multiple food intolerances, especially, no gluten, soy, eggs or chicken. The day started with a dreary rain, but then the skies cleared and we had a beautiful day. Kit's apartment has wonderfully high ceilings and big windows. It was a delightful day!! We made wild boar sausage (in casings and wrapped in cabbage leaves), root vegetable soup, a beautiful salad and topped everything off with chocolate pudding. Highly recommend spending the day with Kit and learning Modern German Cooking.
Christian, March 9, 2019
______________________
Memorable private cooking class of German food!
Wonderful private class for me and my wife. Takes you through the purchase of meat and produce at the market to cooking and eating the final product. Kit does a good job of understanding what your preferences are and in walking you through the food preparation steps - all done in her apartment.
Eduardo + Marliese, May 9, 2019
______________________
One of our favorite experiences in Berlin!
My husband and I spent a fun day with Kit and two other visitors. We learned a bit about the culture, the food and life in her neighborhood. Kit has an easy nature and created an enjoyable afternoon with a delicious meal that we created.
Kim, September 2018
______________________
We toured a bustling local market with Kit and chatted with vendors about local produce. Also selected wine from a local shop. We joined Kit in her home, helping to prepare quite a number of interesting & delicious dishes, for lunch. Time flew, as we spent over 6 enjoyable hours with Kit, and picked up a number of cooking concepts & also info about Germany & Berlin.
Helgie, June 2018
______________________
Overall a delicious, fun & interesting morning with a great bunch of people.
We had a fun morning with Kit. Firstly at the market to buy some ingredients, then back at Kit’s house where we prepared some very modern, fresh, light German food. Kit was fantastic, she made the whole experience fun. She explained the dishes very well & we were only a small group of five so we each had plenty of hands on food preparation. I would recommend this market tour/ cooking class to anybody who is interested in German food with a modern twist.
Craig, May 2018
______________________
The whole experience with Kit was amazing! It started with a handshake and finished with a hug.
Going through the local organic market with Kit showed us a new world of seasonal and quality produce. She explained where the products came from, made us taste honey, apples and meat, and talk to the producers. The class itself was comprised of 3 dishes (salad, main dish and dessert) accompanied by champagne and wine. We learned how to work with new roots, vegetables and meat. Kit's place is an amazing apartment very nearby the market and next to some really cool food, chocolate and wine shops. Kit is really passionate about what she does and that creates such an easy going atmosphere, essential for such an experience.
Miguel and Ananda, January 2017
______________________
Kit's class was great!
My fiancee and I like to take cooking classes when traveling. We bought everything fresh, we learned some history, and all about the ingredients for what we were making. This was also German food, not Bavarian pretzels, schnitzel, etc. Her kitchen was beautiful and it was fun having a small, personal class. I highly recommend this to anyone looking for a class.
Joshua, March, 2017
______________________
Explore culinary Germany with Kit is a must do!
If you are visiting this city or a local that wants to experience shopping at the market and the little shops on your way back to Kit's kitchen to cook. The enthusiasm and passion Kit has for cooking and the hands on with her in the kitchen preparing all the courses make for a culinary experience that you get to enjoy after 3 hours of preparation. The meal is out of this world and you were part of the preparation from start to finish. Thank you Kit for a lovely day with you and the meal was delicious. We can't wait to go home and prepare the soup, meatballs and apple strudel for our friends. I highly recommend Kit's culinary exploration of Berlin and Beyond.
Jeanine, January 2017
______________________
Kit is a truly passionate chef and foodie – she loves the stories behind the products, searches always for the freshest and most interesting ingredients. She is super creative when it comes to cooking, always ready to try something new. If you love fresh garden cuisine, you will instantly fall in love with Kit's style of cooking. It's simply fresh, honest and delicious, yet with a certain rafinesse.
Ines, October 2016
______________________
Kit provided us with a wonderful culinary experience in a warm and welcoming atmosphere. An outstanding cook, hostess and conversationalist, Kit conveyed intricate knowledge of local, seasonal produce, products and ingredients. Her highly organized yet seemingly effortless guidance, in combination with her obviously well-honed skills, yielded a feast of nuanced flavors in sometimes surprising, delicious combinations, equally pleasing to the palate and the eye. Kit's passion and creativity served as a fantastic inspiration for the home cook. Attention to detail extended to interesting twists on freshly made non-alcoholic beverages as well as a lovely choice of wines to complement the dishes of the day. Plus, Kit's ability to spark and support children's enthusiasm for the culinary arts was a delight to behold. A most delicious slice of local culture.
Caroline, September 2016
______________________
Cooking and dinning are a great way to experience a place and Kit's class was a high point of our trip to Berlin. Highly recommended!
After visiting the market to pick up fresh meats, fruits and veggies, we returned to Kit's kitchen to prepare a delicious meal of wild herb tomato salad with figs and goat cheese, ‘Kohlrouladen’ (stuffed cabbage rolls)(both meat and vegetarian versions), and plum cake with whipped cream. Preparing it was half the fun and we enjoyed several glasses of sekt while we worked in the kitchen. The results were delicious and we enjoyed delightful conversation with our host. By the time we were done it seemed more like we had just made lunch and dined with a close friend than taken a cooking class.
Tom, September 2016
______________________
It was with high expectations that I took Kit's market tour and cooking class. But even so, I was completely blown away by the experience!
Kit has so much to share about the specialty produce we saw at the Winterfeld farmer's market. We arrived in Kit's kitchen with what seemed to be an impossible variety of food, which we then amazingly were able to turn into a gorgeous three course menu under her helpful and well organized guidance. The dishes were improvised around what we found on the market on that day, inspired by traditional german food heritage but interpreted by Kit in a fresh new way. Kit is a very warm and open host and most of all she's lots of fun. It was a unique and great Berlin experience to fondly remember for a very long time.
Piers, September 2016
______________________
Kit has taken me on an adventurous food tour through Berlin's beautiful Winterfeldt Market!
I got to know beautiful colored wild herbs and edible leaves, a variety of funny looking German cabbages and potatoes, and wonderful local meat and poultry. Our group had the home-made meal in Kit's wonderful, traditional "Speisesaal" (dining hall) that is crowned by the most amazing porcelain chandelier. Kit is extremely knowledgeable and a very creative cook, and a gracious host. The food and wine selection was impeccable and the whole group enjoyed spending a wonderful day in a Berlin home.
Markus, August 2016
______________________
Kit is a wonderful woman and host!
Her upbringing made her appreciate and know what good quality ingredients and home cooking really means. Her passion shows in everything she does and it's always great to listen to her stories while she is hosting guests for her beautifully prepared meals. You feel like in a family home just as in the old days.
Boris, August 2016
______________________
Kit is an extremely talented and warm hearted hostess, creating the most lovingly prepared and amazingly delicious food that make your taste buds tingle with delight!
Her ability to gather good company and a growing number of fans around her as an extended family makes an evening at her table unforgettable. A stimulating experience on more than one level. Highly recommended!!!
Anja, July 2016
