Book tip of the week: Gastro Management

This practical guide belongs on the desk of every catering professional

24. August 2025

| Editorial team

We have read many specialist books on restaurant management, but rarely one that is as compact and practical as “Gastro Management: A Practical Guide for Ambitious Hosts.” We were particularly impressed by the clear structure in eight thematic “courses”—this makes the book not only readable but also logically comprehensible.

What makes this book really strong is that it speaks the language of practice. Whether it’s costing, personnel management, or process design, there’s no beating around the bush here; instead, you’re given tools that you can apply directly in your business. And the QR codes with additional videos? A real added value for anyone who thinks visually and likes to delve deeper into content.

Info:
Gastro-Management. A practical guide for ambitious hosts
Authors: Prof. Dr. Torsten Olderog, Paul Olderog, Julia-Marie Welker
Publisher: Deutscher Fachverlag GmbH
170 pages
ISBN: 978-3-86641-362-7
Price: €38
Publication date: March 2025

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Our conclusion: A must-read for founders, but equally recommended for experienced hosts who want to rethink their strategy or make their business fit for the future. And above all: Finally, a reference book that is not only clever, but also practical.

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Book tip: Tea Time

British recipes, tradition, and tea culture

This work by a gardening journalist combines history, recipes, and travel inspiration. In addition to instructions for making clotted cream and other treats, it includes a lovingly curated guide to tea rooms in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. Ideal for hosts, F&B professionals, and connoisseurs.

INFO
Tea Time – British recipes, tradition and tea culture
Author: Anja Birne
Publisher: Callwey
Length: 160 pages
ISBN: 978-3-7667-2781-7
Price: €23.50 (Germany/Austria)

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