Cheese Berlin is one of the most important events for artisan cheese in Germany since 2012. Once a year, cheesemakers, affineurs, traders and an interested public gather in Markthalle Neun to discover, taste and buy.
Cheese Berlin is characterised by its high curatorial quality and the careful selection of exhibitors, creating a unique connection between experts and the public. In addition to the market, a wide-ranging programme is offered. Cheese Berlin is a meeting point for the international cheese scene and a place where stories behind products come to life.
Exhibitors
Programm
Gastronomic Offer
Of course, Cheese Berlin is not just about cheese. The permanent traders at Markthalle Neun are adding cakes, bread, pizza, pasta and pipapo to the range! Who is open?
Fenster zum Hof
Since 2017, Cheese Berlin has been giving an award: the Fenster zum Hof (translates to the window to the farm). With this award, we honour a producer that comes particularly close to the ideal. A dairy that demonstrates how and that it is possible to
use resources sustainably,
work with natural conditions instead of against them,
respect animals as partners,
not exploit personal resources or those of employees,
achieve long-term financial stability.
Exponat: Käse
Since 2023, we have been putting together the ‘ Exponat: Käse’ exhibition and inviting visitors to take a closer look at cheese. The focus is on artisan cheeses and their makers, who embody the diversity and depth of this traditional craft.
The exhibits are illuminated under changing themes. Informative displays, interactive elements and tastings at the end of the market turn the exhibition into a dynamic experience that promotes appreciation for the world of cheese.
The team
Ursula Heinzelmann has been with us for over ten years as curator of Cheese Berlin. She has acquired her knowledge through self-study, travelling and the conscious examination of artisan traditions. With the help of a wide international network, she lends Cheese Berlin a depth of content. Heinzelmann attaches particular importance to giving people, animals and the hard work behind the products the respect they deserve.
Carina Reckers is the voice and eye of Markthalle Neun. She is in charge of public relations, but also shapes the content of the market - and Cheese Berlin. Her studies in gastronomy and her work as an international cheese judge have sharpened her eye for food and agriculture. In addition, a wealth of experience from cheese dairies all over Europe and a certain affinity for the stables flow into the organisation of Cheese Berlin.
As a former self-employed restaurateur, Olivier Witzkewitz brings experience, perseverance, sensitivity and a passion for really good food. As event manager, he ensures smooth processes, has timing and structures under control and thus enables the actual realisation of curatorial visions.
Together, they curate, organise and design Cheese Berlin with one goal in mind: to put the spotlight on artisan cheesemakers .
Cheese Berlin is made possible by our partners. An annual platform for artisan cheese is made possible thanks to you. We thank you for your support, your commitment and your unwavering love of cheese.