"Neue Nationalgalerie" is THE museum for modern art in Berlin, it is simply a must-go. Recently renovated with more to come, it's an absolute must-visit!

The farmer's market on Karl-Marx-Platz in Rixdorf, Berlin is one of my favorite markets and a favorite of tourists & locals alike! Great street food, too.

Few places in Berlin are as extravagant in style as "Tadijk Tearoom". One thing's for sure: you'll be leaving Mitte at the doorstep!

"Mamecha" could be one of the most authentic yet affordable Japanese food places in Berlin. You can even order its tea & cakes online!

The "Hoffmann Collection" in Berlin is an ever-changing gallery that's actually the collector's own home. The experience was better that I'd imagined...

Sometimes I just have a craving for sushi, and most people agree that "The Catch" is one of the best places in Berlin to indulge in fresh fish...

"Galander Bar" is one of those hidden gems of ex-West Berlin. A long time ago, it was known as Mon Cheri, a brothel well known for its raucous parties...

You could have lived in Berlin all of your life and easily missed "Klosterruine" right next to Alexanderplatz in the center of the city, just like I had...

"PalaisPopulaire" in Berlin hosts the art collection of Deutsche Bank, often in cooperation with intern. museums. Check out the "I like Mondays" tours.

"Maxim Gorki Theater" in Berlin is one of a kind. It's the smallest one but its plays are always thoughtful and I love eating leisurely at the cafeteria...

"Shakespeare and Sons Bookstore" in Berlin is one of my favorites for Sunday morning. I love their jazz music and Jewish pastries, such as the Rugelach...

"Rises Delicacies" is a homey Greek restaurant in Berlin that gives you the sensation that you're in Greece sharing a table w/ a family! Amazing moussaka.