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Fresh food counter at Simmel in Pullach – One of the first things I do when I travel to a foreign country is visit a local supermarket to check out the selection and local delicacies. But I don't just enjoy this when I'm abroad, far from Munich; it's also a favorite at home. The Simmel Market in Pullach, which I recently had the pleasure of visiting, is one of my absolute favorites for extensive shopping trips in the Munich area: the Edeka Simmel Market in Pullach – one of four Simmel Markets (Pullach, Unterhaching, Leuchtenbergring, and Glonn). I shop in Pullach regularly and often spend several hours (yes, really!) browsing the aisles, discovering new things, and finding culinary inspiration. So I was thrilled when I recently had the opportunity to explore the market's fresh produce counter and meet the friendly manager. And now I'd like to tell you about it.

The fresh food counter

Edeka Simmel Pullach – the fresh food counter

The fresh food counter at the Simmel market in Pullach is divided into several sections. Meat and sausages, fish and cheese, as well as fresh salads, antipasti, and various quiches are displayed along the 40-meter-long counter. The products are sourced from Germany, Austria, Italy, Spain, France, New Zealand, Argentina, and the USA. With such a wide variety, I ask myself: "Why travel when a culinary vacation is right here at home?".
Besides special highlights like a dedicated aging cabinet and rare delicacies (Crusta Nova prawns – Bavarian prawns that are delicious even raw and are also sustainably farmed), homemade remoulades, cream cheese creations, and more are also sold. Over 400 different cheeses, 500 rotating sausages, 250 types of meat in the standard range, as well as numerous fish varieties and constantly changing specialties await you at this "gourmet counter." You certainly won't get bored here. For example, there are sometimes ten different varieties of imported cured ham (e.g., Parma, Ibérico, and Bellota) always available. An important aspect here is the targeted, and wherever possible, regional sourcing of goods, even if this isn't feasible for the entire selection. This is particularly difficult with Italian Parma ham, Spanish Serrano ham, or a large portion of the cheese selection. Nevertheless, regionality, along with the diverse range of products, is the clear hallmark of the counter and the market.

Part of the organic range

The extensive range

Let's take a closer look at what's on offer. The extensive organic selection is impressive. Equally special is the aforementioned aging cabinet, where meat matures for up to six weeks, resulting in exceptionally tender (and highly sought-after) meat. During my visit, meat from a young Bavarian bull was already aging for five weeks. The poultry selection is also extensive, including specialties such as white-fronted chicks, quail, wood pigeons, pheasants, capons, and guinea fowl. Take a look around the counter while you're there. You'll discover wild boar salami, chamois sausage, Wildlandjäger (a type of wild boar sausage), and much, much more in the meat and sausage department.

The selection of goat cheese

The cheese selection

As a self-confessed cheese addict, I felt like I was in paradise. The first thing that caught my eye was the Scamorza (smoked mozzarella) in its creative piglet shape. It hung above the almost countless cheeses from Germany, France, Austria, and Switzerland. From spreadable and soft cheeses to hard and mountain cheeses, and even cheeses from the Tegernsee region, they offer everything your heart desires. The organic section is also at its best here, featuring mostly organic cheeses from the Stroblberg farm dairy (pepper cheese, Brie, garlic cheese, spicy "Sheng Gao," etc.). I tried the latter, by the way. You can find just about anything here, but if you like spicy cheese, you should definitely try "Sheng Gao." The more than 35 different types of goat cheese alone further emphasize the sheer size of the selection. Also very unusual, and particularly noteworthy for German supermarkets, are the English cheese specialties in the range, including those flavored with whiskey or blue cheese. You should also try the Norwegian whey cheese "Gudbrandsdalen" – it's gluten-free and has a caramel flavor. I loved it.

Doesn't that make you want some salmon right away?

Fresh fish? – Of course!

Okay, let's get down to brass tacks. Sustainability, animal welfare, and top quality are paramount here as well. The fish (trout, char), as well as shrimp and scallops, are smoked fresh every two days. You'll also find delicious, homemade salmon tartare at the counter. They're constantly checking for new or suitable fisheries for wild-caught fish and aquaculture that meet their requirements. Humane fishing practices and short supply chains, which guarantee freshness, are their top priorities. Regarding sustainability and nature conservation: fish like the Schillerlocke (a type of smoked eel), whose name is on the red list of endangered species, have long since disappeared from Simmel's selection. The fact that their concept of regionality, quality, and respect for animal and human welfare is successful is demonstrated by the targeted demand and understanding of many local customers. Speaking for myself, I'd rather pay a little more and know the origin, farming methods, and quality of the fish.

Numerous salads and antipasti are offered.

Hard facts and personal information

So, why is a visit worthwhile? There are plenty of reasons. First, the extensive and high-quality selection of products, as already described above. Then there's the fact that new cuts of meat (such as flat iron, skirt steak, or tomahawk steak) that are difficult or impossible to find elsewhere are regularly added to the selection. The friendliness and expertise of the staff are also very impressive. The team is characterized by its flexibility and helpful advice in all areas. Another big plus: many items are made in-house, such as the beef jerky, the house-smoked fish, and the pulled beef and pulled pork.

I personally loved the section with the various quiches and pâtés from France. The wide selection of salads and antipasti also makes you want to shop at the supermarket again. Vegetarians aren't left out either. My personal highlight: a variety of truffle cheeses—including a Pecorino sheep's cheese that I got to try. Delicious! They're also happy to accommodate special requests and custom orders (e.g., individually designed platters). So, in short: if you enjoy good food, indulgence, and high-quality shopping, then Edeka Simmel in Pullach is the place for you. Let me know if you've been there (and bring me back some more of that truffle cheese…! ;-))

Visited: Edeka Simmel Market Pullach
Detailed: 40-meter fresh food counter with meat, sausage, fish, cheese, salads, antipasti and quiche
Address: Wolfratshauser Str. 110, 82049 Pullach im Isartal
Opening hours: Monday to Saturday from 7:00 am to 8:00 pm
Details: Parking spaces in front of the supermarket or in the underground car park (free of charge), numerous checkouts with express payment system