As the fresh new season arrives, the Bavarian capital blooms with the colours and scents of tulips, hyacinths and daffodils. Beer gardens are open, the English Garden buzzes with locals embracing la dolce vita, and the Eisbach draws crowds of delighted surfing spectators. The Charles Hotel offers a tranquil retreat and a central location to explore.
This organic bakery on Nordendstrasse offers a theatrical insight into the craftsmanship behind breadmaking. Julius Brantner and his team prepare their handmade creations using all local ingredients behind the shopfront’s large windows, enjoying friendly exchanges with passers-by. Pop in for an organic loaf or a sweet treat.
Tea lovers and tastemakers adore stumbling upon this café serving specialty chai and matcha in the centre of Maxvorstadt. A popular meeting place for Munich’s young, sophisticated set, this minimalist coffee shop is a refreshing pit stop while exploring the cultural heart of Munich. The Blueberry Matcha is a must-try.
With each Sakia Diez piece telling its own story, selecting jewellery here is an intimate experience, notably enjoyed by creatives. Sourced and produced locally using gold and silver from mostly recycled materials, the eponymous designer sees jewellery as a means of expression for proud, independent, loving, strong women and men.
A hat shop with a penchant for colour and personality, Niki Marquardt celebrates storytelling through unique design. The eponymous designer’s own millinery story began as a young student when she entered a hat shop for the first time to purchase her perfect summer hat – evoking seagulls, lemon ice cream, shell collecting, and drinking espresso. What will your dream hat look like?
An exclusive concept store in the heart of Munich, Sois Blessed translates as ‘Be blessed, be given a gift’. With sustainability and fair production as core values, the in-house non-profit collection of fabrics and clothing supports Hope School in South Africa. Each item, whether fashion or furniture, vintage or new, is a celebration of soulful creativity.
A leading excavation project northeast of Khartoum, Naga transports viewers to the Sudanese desert where temple ruins rise from the sand. Through walk-in panoramic photographs, digital storytelling and soundscapes, discover the revelations of this UNESCO World Heritage Site as the ancient city is uncovered.
Move through bold, playful, and sometimes challenging works by 50 international artists, each exploring the social commentary and questioning made possible through eccentricity. This curious exhibition, featuring paintings, sculpture, video, and installations, confronts norms to delve into notions of identity and humanity. Visit with an open mind.