Top Cologne Dining Experiences

Visitors unfamiliar with Cologne’s unusual brewhouse etiquette may find themselves confused by the system. On this brewhouse tour, find out how the ordering process works and—crucially—how to indicate you’ve had your fill. Visit four traditional brewhouses with a guide, and have time to relax and purchase a glass of kölsch—Cologne’s signature beer style—at each.

Treat yourself to a hands-on class with your warm and friendly Cologne-based host. What makes this experience unique is the cozy and intimate setting in the host’s kitchen which doubles up as the dining space. Feel at ease listening to soothing Bach playing in the background and sipping beer while cooking a meal together. The host owns a sweet, medium-sized dog who welcomes cuddles! Whether you're passing by Cologne, or here to stay a little longer, you are guaranteed to leave the experience with a deeper understanding of the country’s cuisine. The recipes feature German seasonal produce, with Nadia’s personal touch. She draws influences from her travels, years living in Rome, Italy and growing up in Singapore, to enhance German cuisine in an exciting and memorable way, through select choices in ingredients and cooking techniques. She wants to show you that you can recreate these dishes back home without any fancy equipment.

The brewhouses can be quite challenging for tourists, we will tell you what makes them so special and why the rudeness of our waiters is usually a misinterpretation. You will see how funny, open-minded and tolerant our city is - and the best: we will have a lot of Kölsch beer together!