Exactly one month ago, on the evening of February 18, 2026, Ramadan began. The first day of fasting was thus February 19, 2026. The Islamic month of fasting concludes with the holiday “Eid al-Fitr, ” also known as the “Festival of Breaking the Fast.” In 2026, Eid al-Fitr is expected to take place in Germany on March 20, which corresponds to the 1st of Shawwal 1447 in the Islamic calendar. Since this calendar is based on the lunar cycle, the exact date depends on the sighting of the new moon and may therefore shift by one day at short notice. Sweet treats and traditional dishes from around the world are typical of this special day. And what could be better for the occasion than kunafa ( also known as knafeh), one of the most popular desserts from the Middle East? Whether you celebrate Eid al-Fitr or not—you shouldn’t miss out on seeing how this dessert is prepared at Sun Avenue Coffee at Sonnenallee 56 . The Kunafa sandwich has long since gone viral, and we’re about to tell you all about it.
Have you already bought everything you need for the celebrations at Berlin’s largest Arab supermarket? Sure, but you won ’t find a crispy, creamy, sweet kunafa sandwich there. This special treat can’t be easily bought in a store or quickly prepared at home—but you don’t have to, because in Berlin you’ll find true experts in this heavenly dessert.
Traditionally, kunafa consists of fine strands of dough filled with melted cheese and then drizzled with sugar syrup. In the Berlin version, however, kunafa is served as a sandwich: the warm, crispy baked dough with its characteristic stringy cheese is placed inside soft bread. This creates an exciting contrast of textures—crispy on the outside, soft and creamy on the inside. The whole dish is rounded off with sweet syrup and often a topping of pistachios, which adds extra flavor and a slightly nutty note.
The kunafa sandwich has an intense yet balanced flavor. Particularly noteworthy is the combination of warm, melted cheese and sweet syrup, which together create a rich, almost “comfort food”-like experience. It is precisely this interplay of sweet, salty, and creamy flavors that makes it so appealing and ensures it is so delicious.
Overall, the Kunafa sandwich on Sonnenallee is considered one of the most exciting dessert discoveries in Berlin. It combines traditional Arabic cuisine with a modern street food twist and is particularly suited for anyone who wants to try new and unusual flavor experiences.
