The Secret Beer Garden: Zur Laube

I love traditional Berlin pub names. They always begin with zu, like you’re taking a mental leap to somewhere: zum Nussbaum (to the nut tree), zur Glühlampe (to the lightbulb), zur fetten Ecke (to the … fat corner).   Their names make it sound like you’re being transported to a very special place, just by stepping…

The Secret Beer Garden: Zur Laube

I love traditional Berlin pub names. They always begin with zu, like you’re taking a mental leap to somewhere: zum Nussbaum (to the nut tree), zur Glühlampe (to the lightbulb), zur fetten Ecke (to the … fat corner).   Their names make it sound like you’re being transported to a very special place, just by stepping…

It never gets old

In a city where new discoveries are old hat, it’s hard to believe that finding a hidden gem is still possible. No prizes for finding the amusing detail in this idyllic scene. Let’s be honest: the secret hideaways of Berlin are fast becoming common knowledge. The infamous abandoned TB clinics and theme parks are regularly frequented…