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Gelato Next Level

Why ice cream makers need to be more versatile today

Ice cream has long been more than just a summer snack—it’s a culinary universe of its own, where tradition, trends, and technology come together. Third-generation ice cream maker Paolo De Martin shows how classic gelato culture needs to reinvent itself, why vegan varieties and crazy combinations will set the tone in 2026, and why Gelatissimo Stuttgart is a must-attend event for anyone who wants to shape the future of ice cream.

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“A new stage for the next 20 years

Florian Kempinger on the reopening of Restaurant Ikarus

The reopening of Hangar-7 and Restaurant Ikarus marks the beginning of a new chapter for service manager Florian Kempinger and his team. In this interview, he explains why the redesign is a real quantum leap for the service operation, which technical innovations make everyday life easier, and why the reopening was “a celebration of historic proportions” for him.

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The new definition of enjoyment

How do you create a product that breaks all the rules – and still wins people over?

Christoph Graf, CEO of the VAUX sparkling wine house, and Clementine Perlitt, head of marketing, discuss challenges, opportunities, and prospects.

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When Viennese coffee house culture meets digital convenience

How tradition, regionality, and technology come together to create new moments of enjoyment

Viennese coffee culture reimagined: A collaboration shows how artisanal quality and digital services complement each other—without losing the soul of Viennese coffee house culture.

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“A table is like a stage”

Björn Kroner in conversation

The florist, author, and TV star on hospitality, design, and the magic of a set table.

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Star cuisine without filters

Silvio Nickol on sustainability, team spirit, and his love of liver

He is one of Austria’s most renowned chefs. In an interview with Genusspunkt, Silvio Nickol talks about his idea of sustainability, the creative process behind his dishes, the special dynamic in his kitchen—and reveals why he can’t work without butter.

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Time, space, naturalness: the new luxury

How theiner’s garten turns sustainability into true relaxation

Nestled amid the orchards of South Tyrol is a hotel that sees organic living not as a trend, but as a way of life: theiner’s garten. Alexandra Gorsche spoke with Walter Theiner about the origins of his vision, sustainability in practice, detox as a way of life – and why sometimes, tranquility is the greatest innovation of all.

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