What is the secret to a long life? At the Hotel Goldener Berg in Oberlech, this riddle is solved in an Alpine way: with holistic health, conscious nutrition, the power of nature – and the spirit of the Golden Energy Mountain.
How do you live to be 100 - and what does a break on the Arlberg have to do with it? For Daniela Pfefferkorn, host at the Goldener Berg, the answer is clear: longevity. The term stands for longevity - not just in the physical sense, but for a conscious, healthy and fulfilling life. It is precisely this concept that runs like a common thread through the traditional hotel in Oberlech, which has been focusing on holistic well-being for over 25 years.
Summer is the best time for this. Nature shows itself in its most powerful form - with lush green alpine meadows, clear mountain air and the soothing silence of the mountains. The so-called “Golden Energy Mountain”, on which the hotel is located, is not only an inspiring place of power, but also a center for regeneration. The altitude of 1,700 meters has a positive effect on the cardiovascular system, stimulates cell formation and promotes deep relaxation.
The focus is on a program that combines modern medical knowledge with traditional naturopathy. It includes detox offers, vegan gourmet cuisine, treatments based on TCM (Traditional Chinese Medicine), personal coaching and energetic treatments. Yoga, forest bathing and the healing power of the mountains complete the holistic offer. Particularly popular: the combination of high-tech analyses and individually tailored retreats.
Daniela Pfefferkorn is convinced: "Anyone who comes here will find their way back to themselves. Our aim is not to treat health, but to promote it - in the long term." That's why the Goldener Berg is not about short-term wellness, but about sustainable quality of life.
The interior of the hotel also reflects the philosophy: naturalness, quality, reduction to the essentials. Wood, linen, clear lines. The rooms are retreats with a view - in the truest sense of the word. Because the panorama is spectacular. And every sunrise is a reminder that life is a conscious decision.
Hotel Goldener Berg
Oberlech 117, A-6764 Lech am Arlberg
www.goldenerberg.at
Snacks have long been more than just side dishes – they have become a statement. With Happy Hour Snacks, Bec Vrana Dickinson delivers a work that shows how a few ingredients and a lot of creativity can create real moments of taste. Perfect for anyone who appreciates good drinks, good company, and good food in equal measure.
What makes this book special? It is playful, stylish, and wonderfully uncomplicated. Between juicy jalapeños with guacamole, roasted tomatoes on ricotta, or crispy watermelon with surprising toppings, it quickly becomes clear that this is not about show cooking, but about real enjoyment without a lot of effort. We particularly like how Dickinson confidently reinterprets classics and translates current food trends such as charcuterie boards, dips, and finger food into a modern, visually appealing format.
Whether for spontaneous guests, an aperitivo evening, or as a little creative break in between – Happy Hour Snacks inspires more lightness and experimentation in the kitchen.
INFO:
Bec Vrana Dickinson: Happy Hour Snacks – Delicious treats for in between meals
Publisher: Callwey
208 pages
ISBN: 978-3-7667-2753-4
Price: €22.00 [D] | €22.70 [A] | CHF 30.90
Publication date: 2025
With Visiting Ibiza, Sherin Kneifl has produced a book that is much more than just travel literature for professionals in the restaurant and hotel industry – it is a source of inspiration for culinary styles, atmospheric concepts, and storytelling with genuine local color.
The author combines editorial precision with a keen sense of authenticity. She not only guides readers to the island’s hidden gems, but also highlights the ingredients that are relevant to hosts: cultural depth, credible recommendations from locals, visual opulence, and, above all, a recipe section that can be easily adapted to Mediterranean-inspired cuisine.
Whether small plates for the aperitivo area, creative tapas variations, or light summer desserts – the recipes are clearly structured, aesthetically presented, and offer a variety of starting points for creative kitchen concepts. Particularly exciting for chefs: the dishes are easy to scale, can be interpreted with regional products, and are ideal as seasonal specials.
The work is also inspiring for hoteliers and interior-oriented hosts: the book conveys harmonious imagery and narratives that can be wonderfully translated into communication strategies, signature experiences, or event formats.
INFO:
Sherin Kneifl: Zu Gast auf Ibiza (Visiting Ibiza)
Publisher: Callwey
224 pages
ISBN: 978-3-7667-2770-1
Price: €45.00 [D] | €46.30 [A] | CHF 61.00
Publication date: 2025
What is the secret to a long life? At the Hotel Goldener Berg in Oberlech, this riddle is solved in an Alpine way: with holistic health, conscious nutrition, the power of nature – and the spirit of the Golden Energy Mountain.