Behind the scenes at the Hansestube – 03.09.2026

An evening of enjoyable moments and exclusive insights
The Grand Hotel's kitchen is the heart of the establishment, where culinary excellence and practical craftsmanship meet. As part of the Fine Food Days Cologne, the Excelsior Hotel Ernst is opening the doors to the newly designed kitchen of the Hanse Stube and offering you exclusive behind-the-scenes insights. Experience how exceptional dishes are created day after day through passion, precision, and culinary creativity.

After an aperitif, you will take part in an exclusive tour of the new kitchen area. Together with Head Chef Lars Wolf and Executive Pastry Chef Pavel Tanev, you will gain exciting insights into modern kitchen technology, workflows, and the craftsmanship behind the dishes served at the Hanse Stube. Fine canapés will accompany the tour, while selected live demonstrations vividly showcase the precision of the craft and daily kitchen life.

Following this, you will enjoy a carefully curated three-course menu with a corresponding wine pairing. The delightful conclusion will be an exceptional dessert presentation, where Executive Pastry Chef Pavel Tanev and his team will finish their sweet creations right before your eyes.

Look forward to a delightful evening filled with culinary highlights and exclusive insights into the workings of the Hanse Stube.

Thursday 3 September 2026

From 5:30 PM

Price: €145 p.p. 

Image credit: Excelsior Hotel Ernst