Von und Zu Tisch

Von und Zu Tisch on Auguststraße is a small deli with delicacies from many countries and from Berlin. Pre-packaged gift boxes cost between 15 and 34.50 Euros, a tasting in the store costs 59 Euros per person, and vouchers are available in three tiers as well as specifically for the in-store tasting. Orders are paid in advance.

A delicatessen on Auguststraße in Mitte

Auguststraße is one of the quieter streets in the Scheunenviertel and is primarily known for its galleries. At house number 52 is Von und Zu Tisch, a small delicatessen that gathers its assortment from many countries and supplements it with German and Berlin products. The connection is good, as the Oranienburger Straße S-Bahn station is about two hundred and seventy meters away and, in addition to the S-Bahn lines, also brings several tram lines within walking distance. The area is difficult by car because parking management applies throughout Mitte and Auguststraße is narrow. The store is deliberately kept small, and the assortment changes with what the owners discover on their travels. In the evening, the salesroom becomes a place for tasting, and it is precisely this dual role that makes the address interesting for gifts. So you can buy something here that you have tried beforehand, which is a not insignificant advantage with food compared to ordering on spec.

Gift boxes, tastings, and vouchers for gourmets

Those looking for a gift at Von und Zu Tisch don’t have to assemble anything themselves, as the house packs ready-made boxes in several sizes. The smallest is 15 Euros, the largest is 34.50 Euros, with three other variants in between, so there’s something for almost every budget. There’s also a dedicated book for forty Euros, which pairs well with a small box. However, the most unusual gift is the in-store tasting: For 59 Euros per person, you can sample a selection of the assortment, and there is a dedicated voucher for this, so the recipient can choose the date themselves. In addition, the house offers value vouchers in three tiers. If you order online, you should plan some time, as payment is made in advance and shipping only takes place after payment is received. For a last-minute gift, going to the store is therefore the safer option, especially since the box can then be supplemented on site and you can have the composition explained to you.