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> Berlin is not known as being some bastion of great food. Nor is known as a food destination. There's a reason for that.

It is the 5th city with the most Michelin Restaurants in Europe and 13th in the world https://www.godsavethepoints.com/13-most-michelin-starred-ci...

> Some of the best restaurants in places like NYC, Austin and LA are "basic" restaurants but the food is delicious and cheap.

I agree. Maybe Germans think mayo is spicy as the meme says (currywurst aside). But it is changing.

> The US has some of the best produce in the world, from local farmer's markets to giant Whole Foods

"Best produce" is not necessarily the ones that look better on a shelf. Berlin is not lacking in organic produce and supermarkets. Or just fruit/veg stalls.

Oh and before I forget, don't shop at discount supermarkets.