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 ‘In’ for almost a century
The Oberhafenkantine – Upper Port Canteen – is undoubtedly one of the most ‘in’ pubs in Hamburg. It originated as just one of the legendary ‘coffee counters’ in the port, supplying dockers during their breaks with coffee, meat rolls and rissoles. The meanwhile twisted little building on Stockmeyer Strasse sur- vived the war undamaged, but not flood tides and erosion. For 72 years, publican Anita was the heart and soul of the Oberhafen- kantine. A few weeks after her death in 1997, it had to be shut, being threatened with collapse. Following elaborate refurbish- ment, it re-opened nine years later. Battered by storm tides, the pub is again and again inundated up its neck. Yet the city’s reput- edly juiciest rissoles still ensure steady demand from the visiting punters.
          ©Speicherstadt Kaffeerösterei
History and coffees galore in
Speicherstadt Kaffeerösterei
Since 2006 coffee lovers have been able to peep over the shoulders of genuine master coffee roasters practising their craft in the heart of Speicherstadt – and learn about growing, harvesting and processing the green beans. Or they can enjoy their favourite drink in the special ambience of the Speicherstadt Kaffeerösterei. Ever since it was established, this roasting centre has laid special emphasis on sustainability, its responsi- bility for mankind and nature, while spoiling guests with a host of coffee and espresso specialities. At the centre of the plant’s own café stands the roaster used to roast green beans each and every day. With abundant skill and expertise, to split-second timing the aromas that subsequently determine the coffee’s character and taste are teased out of the green coffee. Yet drinking it properly also needs to be learned – no
problem, since along with its regular café service the roasting
centre also offers
coffee tastings and
seminars. Those attending can sip their coffee, assess it, and bring all their senses to enjoying it.
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