Many of the neo-colonial buildings have been renovated and now house supper clubs, lounges and restaurants.

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Carol or Virgie phoned every day, usually toward supper-time, when they must have thought her solitude was least bearable.

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Supper clubs, privately hosted dinner parties for paying guests, also offer the chance to have a nosy round the homes of real Berliners.

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