Spezerei Bodewig

The proprietor, Herr Bodewig, is a welcoming man and more than able to assist one in learning about the goods he carries. Items, I should say, that are specifically chosen because of the quality and commitment involved in making them. Nothing here is mass-​produced, nothing is thoughtlessly thrown together. The store, comprised of a few small rooms, is attractively laid out. –visiting the shop is a visual treat.
Herr Bodewig carries unique and interesting consumables primarily from Switzerland, Germany, Spain and Italy. A list of his ‘partners’ can be found via the Spezerei Bodewig website.
The location of this shop is pretty prime. Located in the Sankt Johanns Vorstadt, one is able to enjoy a view overlooking the Rhein from a very small plaza directly adjacent the shop.
Herr Bodewig stocks four to five different types of locally roasted Haenowitz and Page coffee, a favourite of mine. Another new-​found fave is Italian brewed ‘32’ beer, from 32 Via dei Birrai. They brew a variety of lovely ales from light to dark and much in between that are meant to be paired with food. I’ve sampled already the red amber and was not disappointed.
This shop is great when one is looking to ‘wow’ a special someone (or one’s self) with a gift, or when one is looking to support small businesses from around Western Europe. I would encourage any and all to stop by and support this lovely, little shop!