Where tradition and modernity coexist in harmony
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Introduction:
The largest city in Hesse and the fifth-largest in Germany, Frankfurt am Main is home to around 763,380 people (2019), while the entire FrankfurtRhineMain metropolitan region has as many as 5.8 million inhabitants. Frankfurt is also the city with the largest expatriate population in Germany. With its sky-high skyscrapers, the financial sector dominates the city's skyline, which truly deserves its nickname, "Mainhattan." FrankfurtRhineMain offers diverse landscapes, historical and modern architecture, an exciting history, relaxing spas, regional delicacies, and much more. The perfect mix for day trips, vacations, and urban or nature experiences can be found right here. Whether in the city, the countryside, or along the river, everyone can discover something special right nearby. In addition to modernity and international bustle, there are plenty of contrasts that make Hesse's Main metropolis a great destination.
Frankfurt's beautiful new Old Town, with its impressive architecture, invites you to take a leisurely stroll or go shopping. Art and culture lovers will get their money's worth: more than 40 museums and exhibition halls, as well as over 60 theaters and independent theater groups, offer an excellent program. Art lovers will find plenty to discover in Frankfurt, especially along Germany's unique Museumsufer. Thirteen renowned museums line just one kilometer of the river, including such highlights as the Städel Museum and the German Film Museum. The museum landscape extends all the way to the new Old Town on Römerberg: the Historical Museum, the SCHIRN KUNSTHALLE, and the MMK Museum of Modern Art are always worth a visit. Numerous green oases, such as the Palm Garden, lie in the heart of the city. Whatever the weather, you can stroll through the Earth's climatic zones in the greenhouses here.
The best place to fortify yourself after an eventful day of sightseeing is in a traditional apple wine pub in the Sachsenhausen district. Here you can enjoy green sauce and a glass of refreshing apple wine in a convivial atmosphere. Guests can be spoiled for choice among cozy restaurants and cool bars, before perhaps heading out into the countryside the next day - boredom doesn't stand a chance in the city on the Main.
Last but not least, the annual festivals attract visitors to Frankfurt. In August, the city celebrates its national drink, apple wine, and the Museumsuferfest is also very popular. The Museumsuferfest attracts visitors from all over the world, celebrating the outstanding collections displayed here like a string of pearls in a colorful cultural open-air festival. In winter, a stroll through the traditional Christmas market on the Römerberg creates a pre-Christmas atmosphere.
After this amazing sightseeing, are you looking for a gift idea or souvenirs from Frankfurt am Main in the state of Hesse for your family or friends? Of course, you have a choice of thousands of products for every occasion and in every price range. Finding the right gift for your occasion is like looking for a needle in a haystack. Therefore, we have selected a range of the most beautiful and appropriate kitchen-themed gifts for cooking enthusiasts. You can’t miss the chance to purchase kitchenware from these very well-stocked kitchen supply stores, where you will find a wide selection of the best cutlery, such as high-quality professional kitchen knives. Be inspired by our selection or find bargains directly in your area!
Be sure to read through our list of the top kitchen knife shops to visit in Frankfurt am Main.
Introduction:
The company Joh. Heinr. Dotzert was founded in 1879. Take a look at our pages to discover our extensive product range from well-known manufacturers and our professional, expert services, from grinding, workshop, and repair services to silver-plating and gilding. For more than 130 years, the Dotzert name has stood for the highest quality, reliability, and customer-friendly service in Frankfurt am Main and the Rhine-Main region. “With us, individual advice is still truly important. We look forward to seeing you—and, of course, to welcoming you to our store at Töngesgasse 21 in Frankfurt am Main. Yours, Andrea Müller, cutler, and the Waffen Dotzert team.”
Store information:
(1) Address: Töngesgasse 21, 60311 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
(2) Opening hours:
Monday 10AM-1:30PM 2:30-6PM
Tuesday 10AM-1:30PM 2:30-6PM
Wednesday 10AM-1:30PM 2:30-6PM
Thursday 10AM-1:30PM 2:30-6PM
Friday 10AM-1:30PM 2:30-6PM
Saturday 10AM-3PM
Sunday: Closed
(3)Joh. Heinr. Dotzert Details
(4)Phone:+4969283224
Customer review:
One reviewer says: “I ordered products over the phone without any deposit. Very accommodating. Great service from the gentlemen, including free gift wrapping. The best location in Frankfurt for men’s wet-shaving products. Big thumbs up!”
One reviewer says: “The shop is full of high-quality products. The shop assistants are very knowledgeable and friendly. They speak good English.”
One reviewer says: “Great selection of fireworks for starter pistols. The prices are also absolutely reasonable. The service was perfect. We will definitely be back!”
The traditional Lorey store is characterized by its experience and passion for all products related to the table, kitchen, home, and gifts—and has been since 1796! They will surprise you and provide excellent advice. Only the best products make it into their assortment, offering a first-class, compelling selection backed by outstanding expert advice. In September 2020, they began a new chapter in Lorey’s more than 225-year history. They look forward to welcoming you to the new flagship store in MyZeil Frankfurt. Lorey is not only a delightful store equipped with everything you may need for your kitchen, but also a place to make dining at home an exquisite experience.
Store information:
(1)Address: Zeil 106, 60313 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
(2) Opening hours:
Monday 10AM-8PM
Tuesday 10AM-8PM
Wednesday 10AM-8PM
Thursday 10AM-8PM
Friday 10AM-8PM
Saturday 10AM-8PM
Sunday: Closed
(3)LOREY Details
(4)Phone:+4969299950
Customer review:
One reviewer says: “Congratulations to LOREY in Frankfurt am Main! Moving to MyZeil, where all your beautiful items are fabulously presented on one floor, is a great improvement. I thoroughly enjoyed my shopping experience today, thanks to the excellent customer service from salesperson Laura Schnabel and all the creative, fun, and gorgeous gift selections. Thanks!”
One reviewer says: “I like the displays, the variety of prices from high to low, and the themes and seasonal offerings. I think Lorey has everything for a well-equipped household. It’s the extra selection that makes it such a fun place to walk around and explore.”
One reviewer says: “Lorey has a different approach to selecting kitchenware. They offer excellent customer service; whether the staff are young or experienced, they are all helpful and fluent in English. The old location had its own spirit and atmosphere; the new one is smaller.”
Zwilling J. A. Henckels AG is a German knife maker based in Solingen, Germany. It is one of the largest and oldest manufacturers of kitchen knives for domestic and professional use, having been founded in June 1731 by Peter Henckels. The brand is named after Johann Abraham Henckels (1771–1850), who renamed it after himself while leading the company. J.A. Henckels is one of the leading manufacturers of chef’s knives.
Store information:
(1) Address: Wallrafpl. 9, 50667 Cologne, Germany
(2) Opening hours:
Monday 10 AM–7 PM
Tuesday 10 AM–7 PM
Wednesday: 10 AM–7 PM
Thursday: 10 AM–7 PM
Friday: 10 AM–7 PM
Saturday: 10 AM–7 PM
Sunday: Closed
(3)ZWILLING J.A. Henckels Shop Frankfurt Details(4) Phone: +4969282423
Customer review:
One reviewer says: “The atmosphere was very welcoming. The staff were very courteous and tried their best to help you choose what you needed. They even process VAT forms. I will definitely recommend that people go there, and I will visit the store again.”
One reviewer says: “A well-stocked kitchen equipment store in the heart of Frankfurt. If you love Zwilling products, this store is a must-visit. They carry pretty much every product line from both Zwilling and Staub. Visitors can also get a VAT refund.”
One reviewer says: “The best you can get in kitchen tools and equipment. The brand is a bit pricey, though, but quality comes at a price, and there are always some sort of discounts or bargain deals.”
Introduction:
Manufactum was founded in 1988. Manufactum GmbH & Co. KG (formerly Manufactum Hoof & Partner KG) is a German retailer with nine full-sized stores in Germany and an online store that serves primarily Germany, Austria, Switzerland, and the UK. The company focuses mainly on household and garden goods made using traditional manufacturing methods and materials (hence “Manufactum”). It also sells cosmetics, apparel and shoes, computers, bikes, food, books, bed and bath accessories, and furniture.
Store information:
(1) Address: Kamekestraße 21, 50672 Cologne, Germany
(2) Opening hours:
Monday 10 AM–7 PM
Tuesday 10 AM–7 PM
Wednesday: 10 AM–7 PM
Thursday: 10 AM–7 PM
Friday: 10 AM–7 PM
Saturday: 10 AM–7 PM
Sunday: Closed
(3)Manufactum Warenhaus details
(4) Phone: +4969976931399
Customer review:
One reviewer says: “One of my favorite stores in the world. It sells everything from gardening tools and kitchenware to furniture and clothing. Everything is high quality and well designed. I like to buy my Kaweco fountain pens and stationery here. The store has a great selection of safety razors and soaps. There’s also a bistro with baked goods and a deli.”
One reviewer says: “Love it! You’ll always find something to buy here. They have so many different things. The quality is really good, as are the prices, and you can find items here that you might not find anywhere else. They also have a lot of ‘green’ products.”
One reviewer says: “A treasure trove of wonderful items you never knew you needed but now I can’t live without!”
Introduction:
WMF was originally called Metallwarenfabrik Straub & Schweizer and opened as a metal repair workshop. Through mergers and acquisitions, by 1900 it had become the world’s largest producer and exporter of household metalware, mainly in the Jugendstil, or Art Nouveau, style, designed at the WMF Art Studio under Albert Mayer, a sculptor and designer who served as director from 1884 to 1914. The group, which owns six brands—WMF, Silit, Kaiser, Schaerer, Hepp, and Curtis—is represented in over 40 locations worldwide and has almost 200 company-owned branches in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. The WMF Group produces household and hotel goods, including cookware, kitchen appliances, cutlery, drinking glasses, and professional coffee machines.
Store information:
(1) Address: Schildergasse 106-108, 50667 Cologne, Germany
(2) Opening hours:
Monday: 1:30–6:30 PM
Tuesday: 1:30–6:30 PM
Wednesday: 1:30–6:30 PM
Thursday: 1:30–6:30 PM
Friday: 1:30–6:30 PM
Saturday: 1:30–6:30 PM
Sunday: Closed
(3)WMF Frankfurt am Main Kaiserstraße details
(4) Phone: +492212576572
Customer review:
One reviewer says: “Super helpful staff. Got what I needed from stock and gave me options. A pleasure to shop there.”
One reviewer says: “Fast and friendly service, great-quality kitchenware; my wife loves their chef’s knives. The kids’ silverware sets are a must-have as well. I’ll definitely continue shopping here.”
One reviewer says: “Super helpful staff. Got what I needed from stock and gave me options. A pleasure to shop there.”
