King’s Cross favourite German Gymnasium is once again celebrating the arrival of White Asparagus season, with the return of its hotly anticipated annual Weisser Spargel menu. The limited-time offering honours one of Germany’s most treasured springtime traditions with a vibrant selection of seasonal dishes, serving up soups, salads, meats, and fish. A highlight in its culinary calendar, this is the perfect excuse to visit this central London hotspot while this special season lasts.
The Weisser Spargel menu is the source of immense pride for German native Executive Chef Alex Thiel, who treats it as a heartfelt tribute to his culinary roots. Each dish is designed to showcase the unique flavour and versatility of German white asparagus, with each stalk peeled by hand by Thiel himself for maximal preservation of its signature flavour and texture. The menu is more than just a tradition for the chef – it is an opportunity to bring a cherished piece of Germany to the heart of London.
The 2025 menu captures the true essence of a German spring, with dishes rooted with asparagus that deliver comfort, freshness and flair. Highlights include Spargelcremesuppe (creamy soup), Lammkotelett (tender lamb cutlets), and Spargel mit gebeiztem Lachs (house cured salmon), alongside Spargelsalat, where tender spears are tossed with fennel, dried tomato, radish and a zesty mustard dressing. The Spargel mit Hollandaise is a must-try, pairing white asparagus spears with buttery new potatoes and a velvety sauce, along with the Berliner Buletten, offering hearty veal dumplings paired beautifully with fresh seasonal veg.
Designed to coincide with the German white asparagus harvest, the menu is available for just one month – and hot demand means early booking is strongly recommended. It continues to draw not only nostalgic Germans, but also curious Londoners and seasonal food lovers looking to try something truly authentic.
You can find out more about German Gymnasium’s annual Weisser Spargel menu and book your table online right here.
