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Date: 14 May 2026
Nihon Mono
Japan’s soul for European gastronomy
When Dagmar Maas speaks about Japan, you immediately feel her deep connection to the country – to the quiet workshops where soy sauces mature for months, and to the producers who craft each batch with dedication. From this passion, Nihon Mono was created: a bridge between Japanese family artisans and European fine dining. These products are not anonymous imports – they are carefully selected ingredients with identity and purpose.
Whether bright Shiro‑Tamari, vibrant unpasteurised soy sauces or Yuzu vinegar with lively freshness: every jar and every bottle brings a piece of Japanese craftsmanship directly into professional kitchens. The sense of origin becomes especially vivid during tastings and masterclasses – where Dagmar doesn’t just explain her products, she makes them tangible.
Why this matters for gastronomy
- Signature flavours: Traditional fermentation, small batches and true craftsmanship create complexity that instantly shapes a dish.
- Reliable quality: Listed as authentic premium components in your assortments – ideal for fine dining and ambitious menus.
- Knowledge that resonates: Training sessions and product presentations help kitchen teams work confidently with these ingredients.
- Profile for the menu: Authentic Japanese ingredients elevate dishes clearly above the mainstream.
Where origin meets intention
Nihon Mono brings more than products – it brings culture, story and genuine enthusiasm into the kitchen. These ingredients open space for new ideas, clear flavours and moments where a plate becomes more than the sum of its parts.
Date: 14 May 2026
20 Years Grand Schlemm
A day full of pleasure, encounters and culinary highlights
The anniversary represents two decades of culinary passion, unforgettable moments by the Baltic Sea and meaningful encounters. Once again, the event took place directly on the beach – surrounded by fresh Baltic air, wonderful hosts and a unique atmosphere. A true highlight, once more.
For us, this day was something truly special. Together with our team, we were on site and supplied numerous stations with our food products. Alongside our partners, we helped create outstanding dishes along the Baltic coastline. We were especially pleased that our sales representative, Mr Krüger, experienced the day together with guests, partners and our team. Our Managing Director, Mr Kunzmann, also accompanied us throughout the event.
At Station 1, we welcomed guests with Mozzarella from Büffel Bill | Spring vegetables | Wild herbs – fresh, seasonal and perfectly aligned with the character of the event.
Shared passion and strong partnerships
The collaborative partnership behind this anniversary makes us proud. It was inspiring to see how premium products, creative ideas and craftsmanship came together at each station to create individual dishes. Each highlight carried its own signature, and the interaction of fine dining, quality and teamwork once again made Grand Schlemm a very special experience. We feel grateful and proud to have contributed with our products.
We thank Grand Schlemm for 20 wonderful years and for a day full of pleasure, inspiration and genuine collaboration. It was a great pleasure to celebrate this anniversary together as a team – with our colleagues on site, in exchange with Mr Krüger and alongside our Managing Director, Mr Kunzmann. Grand Schlemm shows how much can be achieved when strong partners come together with passion, quality and team spirit to create something special.
