expert spotlight

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.

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.

Whether in fine dining or fast bowl cuisine: anyone who cooks plant-based needs more than just substitute products. In this interview, Lukas M. Walchhofer, managing partner of STAY SPICED!, explains why spices create real depth, which blends the pros love – and how to create a signature dish with sumac, fermented garlic, and crunch.

From Wagyu to microgreens: R Express stands for uncompromising freshness, short delivery routes, and a range that inspires creativity in the kitchen. Quality and product manager Markus Mayr talks about his perspective as a former top chef, current trends in fine dining, and why R Express is also an exciting employer for chefs.

Licorice polarizes opinion – and yet Lakrids by Bülow has managed to turn this polarizing flavor into an international luxury brand. In this interview, Fredrik Nilsson, CEO of Lakrids by Bülow, reveals how Lakrids became a beloved brand, which flavor surprised even the team, why sustainability plays a central role, and where the international journey is headed.

From a twelve-course gourmet experience to the perfect sourdough pizza: with Winkler’s Cuisine, Christian Winkler has created a culinary concept that uniquely combines fine dining and down-to-earth enjoyment – right in the heart of Rattenberg, Austria’s smallest town. In this interview, he talks about passion, regional products, formative stages of his career, and why his Chef’s Table is like an invitation to his home.