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Restaurant of the Month Germany
World-class dining in Berlin HORVÁTH, the unpretentious Michelin-starred restaurant in Berlin-Kreuzberg, offers rustic, fresh, modern and exciting food. Inspired by Austrian flavours and produce, chef Sebastian Frank’s menu has quickly gained a culinary reputation in Germany’s capital.
fine dining quality and restaurants around the world. Local, regional and international food critics have praised the restaurant’s unique dishes and cooking styles.
TEXT: ELISABETH DOEHNE | PHOTOS: HORVÁTH
Authenticity always wins – and this is especially true in Berlin’s eclectic dining culture. Kreuzberg’s offbeat cultural pulse and bohemian atmosphere present the perfect backdrop for this charming restaurant that overlooks a narrow canal. The intensity of HORVÁTH’s aromas, the first-class menu and fine wines set an amiable contrast to the lively and urban ‘Kiez’. Award-winning concept and philosophy Owners Sebastian Frank and his partner Jeannine Kessler take pride in running the HORVÁTH, where they’ve pioneered a cre-
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ative and post-modern concept of breaking down traditional Austrian flavours. Their philosophy is to promote an emancipated and exciting kitchen: “Each individual ingredient has the right to be the‘star’of any composition; whether fish, meat, or vegetables. Even onions or celery can elevate and greatly impact on the taste of a dish.“ HORVÁTH is currently one of Berlin's best restaurants, with the awards to prove it. Since 2011, the kitchen has been awarded 17 Gault Millau points and received 1 star in the Guide MICHELIN, the hallmarks of
Portrait: Sebastian Frank, head chef and owner