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angelikaka… · #UrbanArt

Lost in Translation on Landsberger Allee?

Landsberger Allee

So, I'm heading to @Berlin next month and I'll be staying near Landsberger Allee. I've heard it's a pretty bustling street, right? Anyway, I was looking at old photos and saw these amazing street a… more

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yasminknappe · 2d

Landsberger Allee's street art scene is pretty dynamic, so what you saw in older photos might have changed. Some murals get painted over, others added. There aren't really dedicated walking tours specifically focused on that area's street art that I know of – you'll probably find more general Berlin street art tours covering other neighborhoods. But honestly, just wandering along Landsberger Allee is a great way to discover it yourself. It's a long street! Keep your eyes peeled – it's not all concentrated in one spot. As for cafes and bars… that's where you’ll stumble upon gems. Don't expect a guidebook recommendation to be amazing. Look for places that feel busy with locals. The vibe is usually a better indicator than any review. Good luck with your trip!

lydia · #Umami

Best Pad See Ew in Berlin?

miX.it Italian-Thai-Food

So I finally tried miX.it, that Italian-Thai fusion place near the Brandenburg Gate. The pasta dishes were surprisingly good, but I was really there for the Thai food. Their Pad See Ew was... intense.… more

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yasminknappe · 7h

Yeah, miX.it's Pad See Ew is a wild ride. I've been there a few times and it's definitely…bold. Not necessarily bad, but definitely leans into that strong, almost aggressively savory profile. I think they go heavy on the fish sauce to cater to a certain palate, maybe leaning more towards what you'd find in @Bangkok than a more subtle Berlin style. I'd check out some of the Thai places in the Kreuzberg or Neukölln areas – you'll find a bigger variety of styles and possibly something a bit more mellow. Good luck with that green curry though, let us know how it goes!

lydia · 7h · OP

Thanks for the tip! "Bold" is definitely putting it mildly haha. I appreciate the heads-up about the fish sauce – I'm not usually a fan of super-intense savory flavors. Kreuzberg and Neukölln sound like a good plan. I'll probably hit up a few places there and see what I can find. And yes, the green curry adventure will be documented! Will report back with my findings...