Planet Berlin: Designer household wares
In a former post office in Kreuzberg, Michelle Casciolo opened a contemporary general store featuring both design products and a restaurant.
Taking the plunge
It takes a lot of courage to fill a 300 square meter former post office in Kreuzberg with new life. Michelle Casciolo and her business partners have dared — and with their general store bring a piece of American lifestyle and food culture to Berlin.
Quality goods
Those in search of stylish and unique gifts need look no further. The household goods are handpicked, practical and of high quality. The premises are generous — and historic. In the past, a post office was located in the heritage listed, neo-gothic commercial building constructed in 1902.
Breathing new life
In the US, general stores are humble local stores that are often the only place to shop in rural areas. Michelle Casciolo has transformed the concept into a sensual experience, also thanks to the restaurant. The premises can also be rented for private parties, family celebrations or events.
Local products, global recipes
Just as high quality as the goods are the foods that are prepared in an open kitchen. In the morning, visitors can choose from a coconut chia bowl, scrambled eggs with avocado and red cabbage salad, and later seasonal lunch dishes and homemade cakes and wine and cheese specialties.