food & beverage

It’s all about flavor explosions and trendy drinks! "Food & Beverages" brings you the hottest innovations from the culinary world. From gourmet snacks to exotic cocktails – the latest must-haves for food lovers are here. Fresh inspirations, surprising creations, and pure indulgence are just waiting to be discovered!

Emilia Montz cooks her way to the world final

S.Pellegrino Young Chef Academy Award 2024-2025

“Russian Ballet” – Emilia Montz brought her favorite ballet Swan Lake to the plate and cooked her way to the top in a head-to-head culinary race. By winning the regional preliminary round of the S.Pellegrino Young Chef Academy award, the chef de partie from the “Troyka” restaurant punched her ticket for the international final in Milan in 2025.

food & beverage
23. November 2024

Weinviertel natural wine with character: “Parvenü”

How a natural wine from Lower Austria turns tradition and convention on their head

With “Parvenü”, the Weinviertel proves how bold branding and authentic storytelling can revolutionize the wine industry. An unconventional winemaker, an innovative design, and a dedication to nature make this wine a standout. Discover why marketing, brand alignment, and craftsmanship matter now more than ever.

19. November 2024

Legume Boom

How Austrian Agriculture is Revolutionizing the International Plant Protein Trend

In Germany and Austria, pulses such as beans, lentils and peas are experiencing a boom. The growing demand for sustainable, regional protein alternatives poses new challenges for domestic agriculture – and also offers opportunities. An international comparison shows: The path to a climate- and health-conscious diet has only just begun here.

17. November 2024

5 top products for non-alcoholic drinks

No and low alcohol is on everyone's lips

The trend towards less alcohol is currently one of the most significant. We are currently experiencing a qualitative revolution in this area. It is therefore advisable to offer high-quality, regional specialties in addition to the classic orange juice and energy drink.

5. November 2024

Non-alcoholic enjoyment trend

Refreshing, stylish and surprisingly diverse!

Non-alcoholic and low-alcohol drinks are taking the beverage world by storm. Be inspired and enrich your range with innovative, tasty and healthy options!

2. November 2024

Pizza trends in Austria

The Neapolitan hype and new trends

In Austria, a clear change in the area of gastronomy has been observed for several years: Neapolitan pizza has the country firmly under control. Almost like the burger hype in the past, today one pizza restaurant after another is opening in every part of the city. But as popular as Neapolitan pizza is, the question arises as to whether the trend has already reached its peak and whether a return to traditional or experimental versions might be on the cards.

1. November 2024

Coffee All Day Long

The top coffee trends

Coffee is not only the favorite drink of Germans and Austrians, but also an important sales driver in the catering and HoReCa sector. With an average of three to four cups per day, guests have a great thirst for coffee – and this offers restaurateurs the opportunity to offer innovative, trendy coffee offerings with attractive profit margins. The coffee trends combine enjoyment with sustainability, creativity and a more conscious lifestyle and offer numerous opportunities to redesign the coffee offerings in restaurants, hotels and cafés.