Gerard Wiener is a legend. For friends of analog photography and classic cameras from Leica, Rollei, Hasselblad or Nikon, his store on Landwehrstraße is a bright fixture. For four decades, Mr. Wiener has been repairing mechanical cameras and equipment in general, such as VHS video recorders.
Of course, he also sells vintage cameras and optics. Spare parts that he does not have available he manufactures himself. So of course he is a meeting point for loyal customers. After an extreme downward trend when digital cameras became en vogue, analog cameras have come back in recent years. Heirlooms or flea market finds: sooner or later, there’s no way of getting around Gerard Wiener.
The appearance of the Frenchman is somewhat reminiscent of Jean Gabin, and the small store, which is both a workshop and a warehouse for spare parts, is reminiscent of H.G. Tannhaus’ watchmaker’s studio from the Dark series. The only difference is that the journey through time begins as soon as you enter the store: little has changed here since it opened in 1973. The addition of the word ‘Schnellservice’ (quick service) to the company’s name is evidence of the realization that time is relative. A blessing.
Photo Credits: Stefan Braun
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Doing something by hand can change a lot. Buying something handmade out of conviction can do the same. It changes – or has already changed – the way we think. Especially when it comes to our food. What do we buy? Who made it? What can we perhaps grow ourselves? How do our actions and decisions change, first ourselves, then our purchases, then the landscape?
Every sourdough – that culture of lactic acid bacteria and yeast in a mixture of flour and water – is unique, like a fingerprint, because in every region there are individual bacteria in the air that give each loaf its very own flavour. One person who knows more about the infinite variety of sourdough cultures than most – whose culture is culture, so to speak – is the Belgian Karl De Smedt, keeper and archivist of Europe’s only sourdough library.
It’s virtually impossible to miss Julius Brantner Brothandwerk if you’re a fan of baked goods and find yourself in Munich. The charming Swabian baker has recently opened his second location, the first being such a success. With his team working transparently behind large glass windows, Julius strives to make “honest and trustworthy handling of all ingredients and processes accessible,” he says. Unsurprisingly, locals and tourists flock to the shopfront to sample their aromatic bread and delectable treats.
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Julius Brantner’s Munich bakery offers delightful organic sourdough bread and sweet pastries, with a commitment to high-quality, locally sourced organic ingredients. The warm and inviting atmosphere and friendly staff make...
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Julius Brantner’s Munich bakery offers delightful organic sourdough bread and sweet pastries, with a commitment to high-quality, locally sourced organic ingredients. The warm and inviting atmosphere and friendly staff make it a must-visit for bread and pastry enthusiasts.
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The Norrmans Bed & Breakfast has been decorated in a quiet luxury. Immerse yourself in relaxation as you sip on refreshing drinks while basking in the warmth of the hot...
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The Norrmans Bed & Breakfast has been decorated in a quiet luxury. Immerse yourself in relaxation as you sip on refreshing drinks while basking in the warmth of the hot tub, all against the breathtaking backdrop of the setting sun.
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Acquerello, one of Italy’s premier rice brands, offers a 500-gram tin can of Carnaroli rice, sourced from rice paddies in Vercelli, Italy. With a patented process, they reintegrate the lost...
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Acquerello, one of Italy’s premier rice brands, offers a 500-gram tin can of Carnaroli rice, sourced from rice paddies in Vercelli, Italy. With a patented process, they reintegrate the lost germ into the grain, creating creamy and nutritious risotto rice.
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Martin Schönleitner is one of 17 fishermen at Lake Chiemsee. Together with wife Verena Stephan they both run Chiemseefischerei Stephan, a family business for 400 years. Their ancestors had started their venture at Lake Constance. For three generations (at the present site) the Stepahn family lives and fishes at Lake Chiemsee, Prien am Chiemsee to be precise.
The tailor-made suit is still considered the highest-quality and most individual version of the garment. German men’s tailors work in the awareness of covering a particularly wide range of the demands their profession places on them.
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