Conceptually they are concerned with local ecological production cycles, circular economy and healthy eating - but first and foremost they want our guests to feel good and enjoy a tasty meal in the restaurant Cafe Botanico.
Which problem does the practice try to solve?
They offer local food from the own permaculture gardening with the possibly to learn about the eaten vegetables.
What are the solution to address the problem?
Anyone who appreciates good quality food, is interested in permaculture, celebrates sustainability, likes to socialise with friends in a homely atmosphere and wants to visit an enchanted garden in the middle of the city will feel at home with them. Since Café Botanico was founded by permaculture gardener Martin Höfft and his father in law, who was an accomplished Italian chef, they hold our Italian connection very dear. All their products from Umbria comes from cooperatives that we are personally acquainted with and whose production methods we appreciate. In their certified organic garden everyone can look around and get to know the botanical diversity. Hence our name "Café Botanico". You will find exotic and familiar plants that you know from forest walks, parks or even from the tree in front of your house. Here at Café Botanico you can touch them, taste them and experience them in lovingly prepared dishes, bursting with flavour.
What are the beneifts for the user/community?
Eating ecological and local food and learn about what is on the table. Being and acting more conscious about food even during more lunch.
How are CE principles addressed?
Closing the loop, being local, using garden in the city and permaculture way