food & beverage

Austrian cuisine is synonymous with authenticity, flavor, and tradition. While classic dishes such as Wiener Schnitzel and Kaiserschmarrn remain ever-popular, a fascinating trend is emerging: more and more restaurateurs are striking the perfect balance between tradition and innovation – and finding remarkable success.

This is evident in the winners of the 2024 Lieferando Awards: Wiener Genuss Knödel was crowned “most innovative restaurant,” while Heurigenrestaurant Wittmann won the title of best Austrian restaurant. But what makes modern takes on traditional dishes so appealing? And are we witnessing a true revival of Austrian Wirtshausküche (Hausmannskost)?

Elvis Parić bakes pizza that already enjoys cult status in Amstetten. He sells up to 100 pizzas a day from his food truck “Elvis Pizzazz” – but that’s just the beginning. Preparations for his own restaurant are underway and ideas for the sedentary concept are bubbling away. However, the mobile kitchen remains an integral part of the concept.

For many, coffee is an essential ritual. However, not everyone tolerates caffeine well or benefits from its short-lived energy boost. Scientific findings show that there are effective alternatives that not only promote wakefulness but also enhance concentration and mental stamina. This article explores these alternatives and why they are trending.

With “Einfach Tanja”, top Swiss chef Tanja Grandits presents a wonderful homage to the joy of eating. Following her celebrated bestsellers “Tanjas Kochbuch” and “Tanja vegetarisch”, in this book she shows a new, intimate side of her culinary art: recipes that were created in her private kitchen and impress with their simplicity and warmth.

Info:
AT Verlag AG
ISBN 978-3-03902-221-2
336 pages

The renowned platform 50 Best Discovery has expanded its list and added more than 500 new hotspots from over 260 cities and 80+ destinations. Find out here why such guides are so valuable for connoisseurs, travelers and industry professionals and what new highlights there are to discover.

The prestigious “Asia’s Best Female Chef 2025” award goes to Chudaree “Tam” Debhakam. But why is it so important to highlight women in top gastronomy? A look at the importance of female leaders in the culinary world – and why their influence is shaping the future of the industry.