Food Tours in Berlin – Small-Group & Private Culinary Experiences

Elements of Food

Elements of Food offers small-group and private food tours in Berlin, led by a chef and local food professionals since 2015. Four tours, four neighbourhoods: Kreuzberg, Charlottenburg, Prenzlauer Berg and the food of former East Berlin. Small groups, real tastings and the stories behind them.

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Our Berlin Food Tours

First time in Berlin? Start with Kreuzberg.

Kreuzberg · Small-group & private

Kreuzberg Food Tour

Berlin's multicultural kitchen: immigration history, independent food businesses, traditional shops, street art and two markets.

What you taste: Turkish and Middle Eastern specialties, international street food, artisan products, local Berlin foods and drinks. Includes Markthalle Neun and the Turkish Market on Maybachufer.

Small-group: Tuesday & Friday, 10:00
Private: Tuesday–Saturday, hotel pickup
Meeting point: Wittenbergplatz
Getting around: Mostly on foot, with short public-transport rides. Please bring a Berlin AB ticket (not included).
Languages: English or Hebrew · private tours also in Italian or German
Guide: Itay Novik or Tomer Dotan-Dreyfus
Price: €105 per person · private from €420

Book Kreuzberg

What you taste: Turkish and Middle Eastern specialties, international street food, artisan products, local Berlin foods and drinks. Includes Markthalle Neun and the Turkish Market on Maybachufer. Small-group: Tuesday & Friday, 10:00 Private: Tuesday–Saturday, hotel pickup Meeting point: Wittenbergplatz Getting around: Mostly on foot, with short public-transport rides. Please bring a Berlin AB ticket (not included). Languages: English or Hebrew · private tours also in Italian or German Guide: Itay Novik or Tomer Dotan-Dreyfus Price: €105 per person · private from €420

Small-group: Tuesday & Friday, 10:00 Private: Tuesday–Saturday, hotel pickup Meeting point: Wittenbergplatz Getting around: Mostly on foot, with short public-transport rides. Please bring a Berlin AB ticket (not included). Languages: English or Hebrew · private tours also in Italian or German Guide: Itay Novik or Tomer Dotan-Dreyfus Price: €105 per person · private from €420

Charlottenburg · Small-group & private

Charlottenburg Food Tour

Old West Berlin: historic establishments, regional German cooking, family businesses and a local market.

What you taste: Classic German specialties, traditional restaurant dishes, artisan cheese, marzipan, market products and local drinks.

Small-group: Wednesday, Thursday & Saturday, 10:00
Private: Wednesday–Saturday, hotel pickup
Meeting point: Wittenbergplatz
Getting around: Mostly on foot, with short public-transport rides. Please bring a Berlin AB ticket (not included).
Languages: English or Hebrew · private tours also in Italian or German
Guide: Itay Novik or Tomer Dotan-Dreyfus
Price: €105 per person · private from €420

Book Charlottenburg

What you taste: Classic German specialties, traditional restaurant dishes, artisan cheese, marzipan, market products and local drinks. Small-group: Wednesday, Thursday & Saturday, 10:00 Private: Wednesday–Saturday, hotel pickup Meeting point: Wittenbergplatz Getting around: Mostly on foot, with short public-transport rides. Please bring a Berlin AB ticket (not included). Languages: English or Hebrew · private tours also in Italian or German Guide: Itay Novik or Tomer Dotan-Dreyfus Price: €105 per person · private from €420

Small-group: Wednesday, Thursday & Saturday, 10:00 Private: Wednesday–Saturday, hotel pickup Meeting point: Wittenbergplatz Getting around: Mostly on foot, with short public-transport rides. Please bring a Berlin AB ticket (not included). Languages: English or Hebrew · private tours also in Italian or German Guide: Itay Novik or Tomer Dotan-Dreyfus Price: €105 per person · private from €420

Prenzlauer Berg · Small-group & private

Prenzlauer Berg Food Tour

A neighbourhood's transformation told through food – traditional and contemporary Berlin side by side.

What you taste: Specialty coffee, German restaurant food, international market specialties, pastries from a high-end artisanal Konditorei, artisan products and local drinks.

Small-group: Thursday & Saturday, 10:00
Private: Thursday & Saturday, hotel pickup
Meeting point: Alexanderplatz
Getting around: Mostly on foot, with short public-transport rides. Please bring a Berlin AB ticket (not included).
Languages: English or Hebrew · private tours also in Italian or German
Guide: Itay Novik or Tomer Dotan-Dreyfus
Price: €105 per person · private from €420

Book Prenzlauer Berg

What you taste: Specialty coffee, German restaurant food, international market specialties, pastries from a high-end artisanal Konditorei, artisan products and local drinks. Small-group: Thursday & Saturday, 10:00 Private: Thursday & Saturday, hotel pickup Meeting point: Alexanderplatz Getting around: Mostly on foot, with short public-transport rides. Please bring a Berlin AB ticket (not included). Languages: English or Hebrew · private tours also in Italian or German Guide: Itay Novik or Tomer Dotan-Dreyfus Price: €105 per person · private from €420

Small-group: Thursday & Saturday, 10:00 Private: Thursday & Saturday, hotel pickup Meeting point: Alexanderplatz Getting around: Mostly on foot, with short public-transport rides. Please bring a Berlin AB ticket (not included). Languages: English or Hebrew · private tours also in Italian or German Guide: Itay Novik or Tomer Dotan-Dreyfus Price: €105 per person · private from €420

Former East Berlin · Private tours only

Red Sauce & Shashlik

Life in the GDR, socialist food culture, reunification and Eastern European immigration – the transformation of East Berlin, one plate at a time.

East German and post-Soviet specialties, shaped by socialist-era cooking and migration.

Private: Tuesday–Saturday, hotel pickup
Meeting point: Your hotel
Getting around: On foot and by public transport (tickets not included). A private driver can be arranged.
Languages: English, Hebrew, Italian or German
Guide: Itay Novik
Price: Private tour from €420

Book Red Sauce & Shashlik

What you taste: East German and post-Soviet specialties, shaped by socialist-era cooking and migration. Private: Tuesday–Saturday, hotel pickup Meeting point: Your hotel Getting around: On foot and by public transport (tickets not included). A private driver can be arranged. Languages: English, Hebrew, Italian or German Guide: Itay Novik Price: Private tour from €420

Private: Tuesday–Saturday, hotel pickup Meeting point: Your hotel Getting around: On foot and by public transport (tickets not included). A private driver can be arranged. Languages: English, Hebrew, Italian or German Guide: Itay Novik Price: Private tour from €420

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Your Guides

Itay Novik

Founder · Chef & Culinary Guide

Chef with his own catering business; teaches cooking workshops for adults and has taught cooking to children. In Berlin since 2011 after several years in Milan. Hosts journalists with visitBerlin; board member of the Berlin Guides Association (BBS).

Tomer Dotan-Dreyfus

Guide · Culinary guide & author

Trained culinary guide with deep knowledge of Berlin’s food history, and a longtime Kreuzberg resident. Also an author and translator: his novel Birobidschan (2023) was longlisted for the German Book Prize. On private tours you can request your guide.

Why Choose Us?

Think Local

Focus on sustainability and ethical eating. We highlight places that source responsibly.

We Have You in Mind

We value you. Your needs come first. We take dietary restrictions and allergies seriously.

We Are the Experts

Travel with people from the field. Genuine local food professionals and not “just” tour guides.

Tastings and Unique Experiences

An up-close, behind-the-scenes experience. Meet the makers and taste the best bites in the city.

Small Groups and Personal Touch

We limit our tour sizes for real interaction and personal attention.

Good to Know

Do I need a public transport ticket?

Yes. We take a few short U-Bahn, S-Bahn or tram rides during the tour. Tickets are not included, so please bring a valid Berlin AB ticket.

How does the private-tour hotel pickup work?

We meet you at your hotel anywhere within the city and continue on foot and by public transport (tickets not included). If your hotel is far out, we meet somewhere more central to save time. A private driver can be arranged on request.

Which language is the tour in?

Small-group tours run in English or Hebrew, depending on the group; English is the default. Private tours are also available in Italian or German.

Will the tour run if only a few people book?

Yes. Our tours always run, whatever the group size.

Can you cater for my diet?

Yes: vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, kosher, halal and allergies. Just mark it when you book.

How much food and drink is included?

5–6 tastings, enough for a big lunch. Drinks are included, with alcohol and non-alcoholic options at every stop.

Where does the tour end?

Every tour ends near a public-transport station in a central area.

What is the cancellation policy?

Full refund if you cancel up to 48 hours before the tour.

What if it rains?

Tours run rain or shine. It’s rarely an issue.

Can children, strollers and wheelchairs join?

Yes, always. Children under 12 pay €50; babies are free.

Cooking Classes

German Christmas

Discover the flavours and traditions that make Christmas in Germany such a special culinary season. From festive family recipes to the warming aromas of winter spices, this cooking class brings the spirit of a traditional German Christmas into the kitchen. Together, we prepare a seasonal menu inspired by German holiday celebrations, exploring the stories and customs behind the dishes. A festive and interactive experience, ideal for bringing colleagues and friends together during the Christmas season.

Farm-to-Table Experience: Exploring Berlin's Sustainable Food Scene

Discover the connection between what we eat, where it comes from, and the people who produce it. In this hands-on cooking experience, we explore Berlin’s growing farm-to-table movement through seasonal ingredients, regional products, and a contemporary approach to sustainable cooking. Together, we prepare a creative menu inspired by local harvests, learning how to make the most of fresh ingredients while reducing waste. A culinary experience that brings sustainability to the table without compromising on flavour.

Modern German Cuisine with a Berlin Twist

German cuisine is much more than sausages, sauerkraut, and schnitzel. In this cooking class, we take a fresh look at traditional German dishes and reinterpret them through Berlin’s diverse and constantly evolving food culture. Working with familiar ingredients, modern techniques, and unexpected combinations, we create a contemporary German menu that respects its roots while embracing new influences. A delicious introduction to the changing face of German cuisine.

South German Traditional Celebration

Travel to southern Germany without leaving Berlin. Inspired by the culinary traditions of Bavaria and Swabia, this cooking class celebrates the comforting flavours and generous hospitality of southern German cuisine. From handmade specialities to hearty regional classics, we explore the ingredients, techniques, and traditions behind some of Germany’s most beloved dishes. Expect plenty of hands-on cooking, regional stories, and a convivial atmosphere worthy of a traditional southern German celebration.

Modern East European Jewish Food

Eastern European Jewish cuisine is a rich culinary tradition shaped by migration, memory, and generations of family cooking. In this class, we revisit its most distinctive flavours and explore how these traditions can be reimagined in a modern kitchen. Drawing inspiration from Ashkenazi culinary heritage, we prepare a contemporary menu that combines familiar ingredients with fresh ideas and creative techniques. Along the way, we discover the stories behind the food and its connections to Berlin’s Jewish history.

Levantine

Colourful, aromatic, and made for sharing, Levantine cuisine brings together the culinary traditions of the eastern Mediterranean. In this hands-on class, we explore the ingredients and techniques that make this food so vibrant and satisfying. From fresh herbs and fragrant spices to vegetables, legumes, and bold sauces, we create a generous menu inspired by the region’s diverse food cultures. Expect exciting flavours, practical cooking techniques, and plenty of dishes to enjoy together around the table.

Mexican Feast

Mexican cuisine is one of the world's great culinary traditions, with a remarkable diversity of regional flavours, ingredients, and techniques. This cooking class goes beyond familiar Tex-Mex favourites to explore the depth and character of authentic Mexican cooking. Working with chillies, fresh herbs, spices, and traditional ingredients, we prepare a colourful, flavour-packed feast. Discover how contrasting textures, acidity, heat, and freshness come together to create the distinctive balance of Mexican cuisine.

Vietnamese Street Food

Fresh herbs, fragrant broths, crisp vegetables, and perfectly balanced sauces are just some of the elements that make Vietnamese street food so irresistible. Inspired by Vietnam’s vibrant street-food culture, this hands-on class introduces the ingredients and techniques behind some of the country’s most exciting everyday dishes. We explore the delicate balance of sweet, sour, salty, and spicy flavours while preparing a colourful menu that brings the energy of Vietnamese street kitchens to Berlin.

Regional & Seasonal

Great cooking begins with great ingredients. In this flexible, seasonally inspired cooking class, we let the time of year and the best available regional products guide our menu. Whether it is the first fresh greens of spring, summer vegetables, autumn mushrooms, or hearty winter roots, we explore creative ways to bring out the natural character of each ingredient. A hands-on culinary experience that changes with the seasons, combining local food traditions with contemporary cooking ideas.