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Handwerk, at Altenbekener Damm 17 in Hannover, is a modern cuisine restaurant that earned one Michelin star in 2026. The kitchen works with a tasting menu of five or six courses, and the open kitchen in the main dining room lets guests watch the brigade at work.
Thomas Wohlfeld leads the kitchen, and his cooking rests on quality ingredients and careful technique. He times international and local produce, such as cod, scallops and pasture-raised chicken, so each one arrives at its peak. Vegetarian dishes built on melon and bell pepper appear regularly. The team also prepares whole animals and fish for the menu.
Recent courses have included tomato with raspberry and almond, hamachi with kohlrabi and yuzu, and quail with pointed cabbage and shiso. Guests can add a winter truffle upgrade with brioche and Deichkäse. The setting is elegantly minimal and informal, and staff use first names freely. Ann-Kristin Wohlfeld pours mainly from small producers, including natural and orange wines, with a focus on Germany and France.
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Stylishly designed restaurant in a residential area in the Südstadt. The kitchen team prepares whole animals and fish for the menu. Up to six courses in a casual atmosphere with a visible preparation area.
Concept As unpretentious as the kitchen itself, so is the atmosphere surrounding the craftsmanship of Ann-Kristin and chef Thomas Wohlfeld. Guests can "upgrade" their 5- or 6-course menu with additional dishes. Culinary Style Wohlfeld’s flavor concepts are boldly centered on quality ingredients and technique. His remarkable skill lies in perfectly timing the cooking of both international and local produce, such as cod, scallops, and pasture-raised chicken. Innovative vegetarian creations featuring melon, bell pepper, and pepper are a staple. Wine Sommelier Ann-Kristin Wohlfeld primarily partners with small-scale producers and enjoys incorporating natural and orange wines into her pairings. The wine selection focuses on Europe, with particular emphasis on Germany and France. Ambiance The elegantly minimalist setting fosters a relaxed, informal atmosphere where first names are used freely. In the main dining room, guests can watch the kitchen brigade at work in the open kitchen. Verdict Effortless gourmet dining that quickly inspires repeat visits.
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