The Bergische Kaffeetafel: "Coffee drinking with all the trimmings"

Tradition of hospitality

The traditional "Bergische Kaffeetafel" (Bergisch coffee table) and the typical German "Nachmittagskaffee" (afternoon coffee) are fundamentally different: A "Bergische Kaffeetafel" features a wide variety of sweet and savory treats. On special occasions, everything the farm had to offer was served. Even then, city dwellers appreciated this and were frequent visitors to the Bergisches Land region.

Lavishly set table

Besides fresh coffee from the "Dröppelmina" (a traditional coffee pot), yeast cake, dark and rye bread, sweet spreads, and savory toppings are essential components of a Bergisches Land coffee table. Bergisches Land waffles are a must, served classically with hot cherries and cream or with rice pudding with cinnamon and sugar. Sometimes, various cakes, eggs, or scrambled eggs are also served. To finish, a strong Bergisches Land schnapps aids digestion.

Quaint and cozy

Many hosts serve the Bergische Kaffeetafel (a traditional coffee and cake spread) in cozy restaurants, often in a rustic half-timbered setting. Groups usually sit together for several hours, enjoying the Bergische Kaffeetafel and using the time for in-depth conversations.

A Bergische Kaffeetafel (a coffee and cake spread) is offered here..