Berlin | An Oasis in a Desert of Cuisine, Ernst 🌿

In the culinary desert of Berlin, Germany, the Michelin-starred Ernst stands out like an oasis. Ernst is a 12-seat counter restaurant helmed by the talented young chef, Dylan Watson-Brawn. 🍽️This Canadian chef initially worked at RyuGin in Tokyo, and his experience in kaiseki restaurants ultimately shaped his culinary philosophy. Although he employs broths and miso, the cuisine here is not Japanese but rather a creative interpretation of the finest ingredients from the restaurant's close suppliers. Ernst's menu changes daily based on the produce, and diners typically enjoy about 30 small dishes. Since our menu was a late summer one, with many vegetables, we ended up with as many as 46 courses. Each dish was prepared and plated right in front of us, which is an impressive feat considering the size of the kitchen. 🍽️The pace of the food coming out was quick but not overwhelming; we were captivated by stories about the farmers and producers of each ingredient. These dishes may seem simple at first glance, but the key lies in enhancing and extracting the purest flavors from the produce. Admittedly, not every dish is memorable, but you will also encounter dishes that are almost genius, making this definitely one of those restaurants you must visit at different times of the year to truly discover its potential. At the end of the meal, we found ourselves chatting with the chef, feeling as if we were in his home. In a way, it feels like a dinner club, which is also what the restaurant originally was. Unfortunately, Ernst will close by the end of this year, so food enthusiasts who haven't tried it should visit soon! #berlin #germany #BerlinCuisine #BerlinFoodExploration #FoodCriticContest #ernst #Ernst #GourmetOasisInACulinaryDesert