Partner separation after 10 years: new ways for home and Karlchen in Fulda!

Partner separation after 10 years: new ways for home and Karlchen in Fulda!

The Fulda catering scene is faced with a change: Felix Wessling and Paul Pawlowski-Rothenbuch, the operators of the popular local "Heimat" and "Karlchen", end their partnership after ten years. From July 1, 2025, Wessling will lead the "home" alone, while Pawlowski-Rothenbücher takes over the "Karl". The decision to separate was made in March 2025, and both operators emphasized that there were no internal conflicts - the separation was considered sensible and decided in a constructive dialogue. A mediator supported her in taking a neutral perspective while a legal advisor helps to divide the possession. The employees have been openly informed about the developments, and both operators expect them to work more effectively and conveniently in the future. Wessling and Pawlowski-Rothenbuch also hope to stay in friendly contact. This is reported by the Fuldaer Zeitung .

What makes the "home" so special? Since its foundation in 2015, the “home” has been based on regionality and offers its guests a cozy pub culture with food and drinks in restaurant quality. Around 60% of the raw materials come from local or regional production, an approach that hits the nerve of the times and corresponds to the catering trend of regionality. The ingredients for the delicious stulls, burgers and soups are mainly from the surrounding area, and the drinks - including local juices, beers and wines - also support the region. In particular through the Osthessen News Concept in recent years has been very popular.

A look into the future

The "Heimat" also plans to open a new meeting point called "Karlchen vom Dach" on June 27, 2024, which will offer a 95% vegetarian and vegan menu. This makes the gastro offer in Fulda even more diverse and addresses the increasing demand for herbal nutrition. In view of the current catering trends, which are analyzed by Hanni Rützler in their food report 2024, the orientation of the "homeland" on sustainable and regional products makes sense. The trend towards plant -based foods continues to develop and the focus is also on the origin of the food. The results of the current studies show that younger generations in particular are increasingly emphasizing sustainability and opting for conscious, responsible consumption. should adapt to meet your guests' needs.

The developments in the Fulda catering scene not only reflect local changes, but also a general upswing towards more sustainability and regionality in the entire industry. With the separation of Wessling and Pawlowski-Rothenbuchs, a long partnership comes to an end, which, however, opens up new perspectives and offers the opportunity to respond even more specifically to the wishes of the guests. In front of us there are exciting times for the guests and the actors of the Fulda gastronomy.