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World's 50 Best: The pinnacle of good taste
The award ceremony for the World’s 50 Best Restaurant 2025, presented by S.Pellegrino & Acqua Panna, was not only a lavish celebration of top cuisine, but also a clear statement: fine dining is at a crossroads – and is becoming more political, more conscious, more future-oriented.
Trèsind Studio is the first Indian restaurant in the world to receive three MICHELIN stars
The MICHELIN Guide Dubai 2025 sets new standards: with 119 restaurants, international cuisine diversity and historic awards, Dubai becomes a stage for world-class cuisine. Particularly spectacular: Trèsind Studio with the world’s first three-star award for an Indian restaurant – and Björn Frantzén, the first chef to hold three triple stars.
Seven of the most beautiful pools in the Alps
From breathtaking views to innovative design – these spectacular pool concepts in the Alps show how hotels can score points with experience value and offer their guests deep relaxation with distant views.
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In the world of gastronomy, where flavors and aromas seduce our taste buds, there is an intangible element that enhances the dining experience – good vibes. The ambience, energy and positive atmosphere in a restaurant play a crucial role in creating memorable moments for diners. We take a look at the importance of good vibes in the restaurant industry and their contribution to a thriving culinary scene. We also shed light on the challenges facing the industry, including recent changes in the career choices of professionals in Austria.
Farm-to-table and hydroponic systems are two innovative concepts that enable sustainable agriculture and more environmentally friendly food production. In recent years, the demand for fresh, locally produced food has increased as consumers are increasingly concerned about healthy eating and are interested in the origin of their food. At the same time, agriculture is facing challenges such as climate change, water scarcity and soil pollution.
Since the restart of gastronomy, guests have returned, but there is a shortage of staff everywhere. This is also the case in the service sector: not a phenomenon of the post-lockdown period, but the shortage of skilled workers has become increasingly acute due to the far-reaching regulations that have been put in place to contain the coronavirus. The staffing gaps in many businesses are wide – even though there was less supply and more demand in July 2021; there were 20,356 unemployed people for every 8,489 vacancies in the Austrian hospitality industry. But people in the catering industry are still irreplaceable. Still? Companies around the world are working on advancing automation through high-tech robots in restaurant operations.
One of these is the Swiss marketing agency Precom Group AG, which specializes in digitalization in the catering sector. “Service robots could be an alternative to save restaurants from the worst,” says Managing Director Thomas Holenstein, explaining one way out of the staffing crisis. “Their acquisition costs are still high. But it’s worth it, because the artificial intelligence relieves their colleagues and works quickly and efficiently.” The advantages are obvious for Holenstein. They are already being used in the “Momoda” in Graz, for example.
In the world of gastronomy, where flavors and aromas seduce our taste buds, there is an intangible element that enhances the dining experience – good vibes. The ambience, energy and positive atmosphere in a restaurant play a crucial role in creating memorable moments for diners. We take a look at the importance of good vibes in the restaurant industry and their contribution to a thriving culinary scene. We also shed light on the challenges facing the industry, including recent changes in the career choices of professionals in Austria.
Farm-to-table and hydroponic systems are two innovative concepts that enable sustainable agriculture and more environmentally friendly food production. In recent years, the demand for fresh, locally produced food has increased as consumers are increasingly concerned about healthy eating and are interested in the origin of their food. At the same time, agriculture is facing challenges such as climate change, water scarcity and soil pollution.
Since the restart of gastronomy, guests have returned, but there is a shortage of staff everywhere. This is also the case in the service sector: not a phenomenon of the post-lockdown period, but the shortage of skilled workers has become increasingly acute due to the far-reaching regulations that have been put in place to contain the coronavirus. The staffing gaps in many businesses are wide – even though there was less supply and more demand in July 2021; there were 20,356 unemployed people for every 8,489 vacancies in the Austrian hospitality industry. But people in the catering industry are still irreplaceable. Still? Companies around the world are working on advancing automation through high-tech robots in restaurant operations.
One of these is the Swiss marketing agency Precom Group AG, which specializes in digitalization in the catering sector. “Service robots could be an alternative to save restaurants from the worst,” says Managing Director Thomas Holenstein, explaining one way out of the staffing crisis. “Their acquisition costs are still high. But it’s worth it, because the artificial intelligence relieves their colleagues and works quickly and efficiently.” The advantages are obvious for Holenstein. They are already being used in the “Momoda” in Graz, for example.
Ambassador of the many “Mexicos”
Jorge Vallejo from top restaurant Quintonil talks about the diversity of Mexican cuisine, sustainable team culture and why the future and tradition don’t have to be opposites. An in-depth conversation about identity, responsibility and the global significance of Mexican gastronomy – conducted at the World’s 50 Best Restaurants 2025 in Turin.
The surprise is not only in the plate
Pía León, awarded best chef in Latin America, talks about true sustainability, the role of teams, working with Peruvian ingredients such as cocoa and why the best ideas don’t always come from the kitchen. A conversation about values, change and curiosity – conducted at the World’s 50 Best Restaurants 2025 in Turin.
Social. Radical. Sustainable.
What does sustainability really mean? For Eric Kragh Vildgaard from the two-star restaurant Jordnær in Denmark, it starts with people. In this interview, he talks about social responsibility, fishing with ikigime technology, new weekly working models – and why the restaurant industry should talk more about itself. Conducted as part of the World’s 50 Best Restaurants 2025 in Turin.
Daniel Calvert on innovation, sustainability and nostalgia
What does it take to run the best restaurant in Asia? British chef Daniel Calvert, now head chef at Sezánne in Tokyo, talks about originality in the fine dining world, the dangers of social media and why a roast chicken might be the dish of the future. An inspiring conversation, conducted as part of the World’s 50 Best Restaurants 2025 in Turin.
Maison Colette
In a former doctor’s house in Westerlo, Belgium, the art of cooking becomes a culture of remembrance. With his Maison Colette, named after his grandmother, Thijs Vervloet runs a two-star kitchen that combines French-Belgian tradition with fine modernity. In June 2025, the “master of the ingredient” made a guest appearance at Salzburg’s Restaurant Ikarus – and spoke to Genusspunkt about identity, leadership and the future of gastronomy.
Cottage Roasters
Between Viennese coffee culture and the modern third wave movement: At Cottage Roasters, artisan-roasted coffee, in-house pastries and an urban café concept come together. A visit to “Kleinen Diglas” on Fleischmarkt shows just how exciting coffee can be today.
Energy-saving tips for hoteliers
Energy costs are a major challenge for hoteliers and restaurateurs. To counteract these costs, efficient energy management is of great importance. This blog post presents practical energy-saving tips for hoteliers that can help to reduce energy consumption and save costs. In particular, we will focus on the possibilities of heat recovery and the optimal placement of air conditioning units in the rooms. Here are some examples of how hoteliers can improve their energy efficiency.
Review portals: improving your online image
In the digital era, review portals have become important sources of information for potential guests. Unfortunately, bad reviews can damage the image of a hotel or restaurant. The question is: how can restaurateurs and hoteliers protect themselves against negative reviews and improve their online image? In this article, we give hoteliers and restaurateurs practical tips on how they can protect themselves against bad reviews and improve their online image.
5 tips for aspiring restaurateurs
Opening your own restaurant is a big dream for many people. However, it requires thorough planning and implementation in order to be successful in the industry. We reveal five tips for aspiring restaurateurs to pave the way for the successful opening of a restaurant business. From market analysis and location selection to customer loyalty.
Better acoustics in restaurants
It is not only the exquisite cuisine that plays a role in the design of a successful restaurant. It’s not for nothing that they say “you eat with your eyes”, as the ambience and presentation of the dishes influence the taste experience. However, it is less well known that the ear is also involved in the dining experience. Acoustics play a decisive role in how comfortable guests feel in a restaurant.
Experts have determined that the average noise level in restaurants is 80 dB. However, this noise level can be reduced by up to 10 dB through various measures. A reduction of 10 dB corresponds to a reduction in background noise of an impressive 50%.
Good vibes
In the world of gastronomy, where flavors and aromas seduce our taste buds, there is an intangible element that enhances the dining experience – good vibes. The ambience, energy and positive atmosphere in a restaurant play a crucial role in creating memorable moments for diners. We take a look at the importance of good vibes in the restaurant industry and their contribution to a thriving culinary scene. We also shed light on the challenges facing the industry, including recent changes in the career choices of professionals in Austria.
Beyond the Dining Experience
Innovative ways for restaurateurs to expand their revenue streams and captivate customers beyond the traditional dining experience. A range of strategies to attract new customers and increase profits.
Alexandra
Gorsche
Specialist in hotel & tourism
Favorite Recipes of the Month
With “my culinary world,” Alexandra Gorsche offers insights into her personal creations, intended to inspire in the kitchen.
