Today, Berlin Food Stories is proud to announce the launch of an exciting new partnership with Frische Paradies, Germany’s iconic gourmet retailer. At the heart of this collaboration is “Shop Like a Chef”, a brand-new content series that takes readers and viewers inside Frische Paradies’ Berlin stores alongside chefs, creatives, and culinary personalities. Together, we’ll explore the incredible range of ingredients on offer, from pristine seafood and meat to rare delicacies, while uncovering what inspires professionals to shop, cook, and create here.
In each episode, a guest will reveal their favorite finds, secret go-to items, and the dishes they craft with them. The first lineup is as eclectic as it is inspiring: Lukas Huemer, chef of the Austrian Embassy in Germany; Diana Quach, renowned Berlin stylist and set producer; and Arseny Kneifel, celebrated cook and food YouTuber behind the channel My Name Is Andong (more to come!). To kick things off, Berlin Food Stories founder Per Meurling himself takes the spotlight, showcasing his own Frische Paradies staples and preparing his signature Swedish “Fiskgratäng” (fish gratin).
“I am very excited for the launch of this partnership,” says Per Meurling. “For me as a Berliner, Frische Paradies has always been a go-to destination when it comes to grocery shopping when I’m cooking something special. It’s the only place where end consumers can access the kind of wholesale-quality products normally reserved for restaurants. Whatever rare or premium ingredient I need - meats, fish, vegetables - you name it, Frische Paradies has it. For me, it’s a true cornerstone of good food culture in Berlin, and I honestly could not have wished for a better partner.”
The Shop Like a Chef series launches today across Berlin Food Stories’ social channels (Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube Shorts), so tune in to discover what chefs and creators are cooking with their Frische Paradies finds!
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FrischeParadies is Germany’s leading gourmet food retailer and wholesaler, supplying chefs, hotels, and curious home cooks alike with over 12,000 premium products from fresh fish and meat to rare delicacies. Founded in Frankfurt and now part of Transgourmet, the brand runs nine stores across Germany plus one in Palma de Mallorca, many with in-house bistros. Known as a true destination for top-quality ingredients, it remains a trusted source for the country’s culinary professionals.