The Literary Summer enchants North Rhine-Westphalia
For the 27th time, the Literary Summer North Rhine-Westphalia is turning into a stage for stories! Up until September 16th, readings, poetry slams, and literary walks invite you...
News archive for 2026
Stay up to date with the latest news from the restaurant scene.
August 2026
Cologne
Cologne's biggest beer garden: The Beer Exchange is back!
From August 7 to 9, the Rhine promenade between Hohenzollern Bridge and Bastei transforms into Cologne's largest beer garden! This year, the Cologne Beer Exchange celebrates its...
Cologne
Cologne Philharmonic Summer Festival – Enjoy music all summer long!
Until August 23, 2026, the 37th Cologne Summer Festival is turning the Cologne Philharmonic into a gathering place for music, show, and culture enthusiasts! Look forward to a va...
July 2026
Enjoying summer vacation: trips and shared moments of enjoyment!
Summer vacation is the perfect time for shared experiences! Whether it's a visit to a museum, a stroll through the old town, or a day at the most beautiful sights – a good meal...
Arrive, enjoy, have breakfast
Summer brings us the most beautiful morning hours—reason enough to enjoy them over a relaxed breakfast! Whether it’s an extensive buffet in a light-filled conservatory, fresh br...
June 2026
Hot days, cool moments – this is how you enjoy summer in a healthy way!
In summer temperatures, it's especially important to drink enough and give your body what it needs! Drinking at least 1.5 to 2 liters of water a day helps you stay fit and focus...
Pure fresh enjoyment – light, carefree, tempting
When the temperatures rise, the craving for fresh, light dishes grows! Summer cuisine delights with fresh ingredients, summery flavors, and dishes that are full of taste but ple...
World Cup 2026: The hunger for football – and for good food!
The 2026 Soccer championship matches brings fans together and sparks team spirit, anticipation, and shared excitement! Cheering together not only heightens the thrill but also t...
Greens – When fresh ingredients take center stage
Fresh, green ingredients embody lightness, variety, and seasonal enjoyment! Crisp leafy greens, tender asparagus, aromatic spinach, and seasonal vegetables add color to the plat...
The Art of Spice – A Journey Through the Flavors of the World
Whether Mediterranean, Asian, or classic Western: spices are the invisible heroes of cuisine! They give dishes depth, character, and often exactly the flavor that remains memora...
May 2026
Bierhaus en d’r Salzgass – Kölsch, kitchen, and the real brewery atmosphere
The Bierhaus en d’r Salzgass is one of the partner restaurants of GlobalGuest and is counted among the brewpubs where Kölsch, cuisine, and everyday life in Cologne naturally come t...
Cologne
From the grill to the table - grilling enjoyment in Cologne!
With the warm months comes the most beautiful way to dine: sitting outside, the scent of the grill in the air, a glass in hand – in Cologne, a summery atmosphere meets true craftsm...
Pentecost meets spring cuisine: this is how the weekend becomes unforgettable!
Pentecost stands for new beginnings, community, and the beautiful things in life – and a good meal definitely belongs to it! Restaurants with terraces, seasonal menus, and the...
Unforgettable evenings in the region
Who says a restaurant visit has to end with the meal? Whether it's a medieval banquet, a thrilling murder mystery, or a fun-filled evening of bowling: experiential dining transform...
Cheers, Dad!
Father's Day on May 14th is the perfect occasion to toast together – to good fathers, good food, and unforgettable moments! Whether a relaxed lunch, a festive dinner, or a cozy...
April 2026
Dance into May - the night is yours
April 30th is one of the most exuberant nights of the year – and for good reason! All across Germany, people dance, celebrate, and loudly welcome spring. Whether live music...
The best table belongs to mom!
A shared day or evening is often the most beautiful gift – and Mother's Day on May 10th is the perfect occasion for it! A festively set table, excellent food, and good company:...
Duesseldorf
Art to touch: Playground in the museum for the whole family
On April 25, 2026, "Playground. A Playground in the Museum by Sonia Kazovsky" will open its doors at K20 Düsseldorf – and admission is free! Children and adults can look forwa...
Bonn
Bonn Is Swinging and you should join! Jazzfestival 2026
Jazz lives in the moment – and the Jazzfest Bonn 2026 offers exactly that and much more, from April 17 to May 9, 2026! 30 concerts, eleven venues, a city in rhythm. From the int...
Cologne
Feminist Cinema and Fine Dining – Make It a Weekend to Remember in Cologne
From April 22 to 26, 2026, the International Women’s Film Festival Dortmund+Cologne transforms the Orangerie Theater into a hub of powerful storytelling, with nearly 90 films, fil...
Cologne
Yes, I do - and afterwards go eat!
For the most beautiful occasions, you don't need a grand setting – just the most important people and the right table! Especially around the wedding season in the blooming sprin...
So Light, So Fresh, So April!
Fresh flavors, seasonal ingredients, and the lightness of spring – the most beautiful season is also reflected on the plate! Asparagus, fresh herbs, regional spring cuisine, and...
Spring, Enjoyment & Easter Joy
Easter is the most beautiful time to celebrate together – with good food, in a relaxed atmosphere, and in the best company! In our GlobalGuest® partner restaurants, a festive ex...
March 2026
It's Cocktail Time!
Temperatures are rising, the evenings are inviting – and the perfect cocktail evening is already waiting for you! Whether with friends, colleagues, or family: there is no better...
Opening the Terraces – Spring Can Come
When the sun gets warmer and the days get longer, there is hardly anything better than a good meal outdoors! Restaurants are opening their terraces and warmly welcome you – with...
Restaurant die Glocke Sankt Augustin – A Feast for the Senses by the Pond
There are restaurants that you visit, and there are places that you experience. Die Glocke in Sankt Augustin belongs to the second category! What makes this restaurant so specia...
Cologne
Strong Women, Strong Moments – Celebrate March 8th in Style
International Women’s Day on March 8th is more than a date on the calendar – it’s an invitation to celebrate the extraordinary women in your life! The Museum Ludwig invites you...
February 2026
Park Restaurant RheinAue Bonn – Where Culinary Delight Meets Park Idyll
Those who visit Park Restaurant RheinAue Bonn experience gastronomy as it should be: fresh, international, and full of flavor! The kitchen celebrates the diversity of internatio...
Spring Anticipation: Seasonal Cuisine in February
As the winter outside slowly thaws, spring is already making its presence felt in the kitchen! Now is the time for the last winter classics – before the first fresh signs of sp...
Cologne
Rosenmontag 2026: Celebrate and Enjoy in the Carnival Capital!
On February 16, 2026, Rosenmontag is the highlight of the Carnival season in Cologne and the Rhineland! While millions celebrate the famous Rosenmontag parade, many ask themselv...
January 2026
Winter is Feasting Season
Crispy pork knuckle with dark beer sauce, tender pot roast or hearty onion soup with melted cheese – January calls for hearty classics that warm you from within! From Cologne to...
Cologne
META Restaurant Cologne – Seasonal Cuisine with Heart and Mind
In Cologne's Poll district, META Restaurant has established itself very well. Here, work is done exclusively with fresh, seasonal products from the region. Day by day, dish by d...
Spoons Out – The Best Soups of Winter
When it's cold outside, it's soup time inside! Our GlobalGuest® partner restaurants serve you the tastiest warmers of the season in January. Classics like French onion soup, cre...