aluminum bar installation anchors 'central' cafe reopening in cologne by gathering gallery
Briefly

The Central café-bar in Cologne has reopened, celebrating its legacy as a historic meeting place for artists and intellectuals. Known for its role in shaping the 1980s art scene, the revamped venue retains key artworks while showcasing new installations. Kippenberger's mirrored panels and caricatures are displayed alongside works by contemporary artists Stefan Brüggemann and Tai Shani. A new bar, designed to reflect a cozy atmosphere, complements the menu focusing on German and Northern European cuisine. Central aims to recapture its essence as a vibrant cultural hub for creativity and dialogue in modern Cologne.
The reopening of Central embodies a revival of creativity in Cologne, continuing its legacy as a meeting point for artists and thinkers.
Central now serves not only food and drinks but also as a cultural hub where the spirit of 1980s Cologne is preserved and celebrated.
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