future trends

The culinary world is embracing a revolution: vegan cuisine as a sustainable and innovative future. From fine dining to brunch menus, leading chefs like Nikodemus Berger demonstrate that plant-based dishes can deliver gourmet excellence. Explore how creativity and dedication are reshaping gastronomy.

Austrian spending on gastronomy is reaching historic heights in 2024. What does this mean for the gastronomy and food retail sectors? Explore the numbers, insights, and lessons for the future.

Individual gastronomy has a great opportunity to position itself as a unique and distinctive alternative in the hospitality industry. Individuality is its greatest USP: establishments that stand out through their uniqueness offer guests a personalized and interactive experience that can also be controlled through the use of technologies such as smartphones, without replacing personal hospitality.

Especially at a time when revenue kills hospitality is becoming a global challenge, emotional, analog hospitality remains the decisive factor. Revenue is important, but successful restaurateurs are good hosts and can still do the math.

As Veganuary 2025 begins, the spotlight once again falls on plant-based eating. But what makes this month so special? From innovative campaigns to creative restaurant concepts and unforgettable gourmet experiences, we explore why Veganuary is more than just a trend and what it means for restaurateurs and consumers alike.

Red Bull, Veggie Schnitzels & Mini-Meals: How Austria Orders: Austria in 2024 is more diverse, mindful – and sometimes quirkier than ever. While one Viennese customer managed to order an astonishing 626 cans of Red Bull in a single year, veggie schnitzels, protein-packed snacks, and late-night dinners are booming. Pizza Margherita remains the queen of orders, but new trends like organic products and flexible meal times are shaking up the delivery market. Curious why Russian cuisine is suddenly on the rise or how snacks became the new main course? Read on to discover how Austria’s ordering habits are influencing not just kitchens but also social media!

The hospitality industry is entering a new era: Host Arabia, an innovative event format that redefines exhibition standards, will be launched for the first time in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia in 2026. Organized by Fiera Milano, one of the world’s leading trade fair operators, in partnership with Semark, Host Arabia will serve as a hub for the Middle East’s hospitality, hotel and trade sectors. This event is not only a milestone for the industry, but also a strong signal of Saudi Arabia’s economic dynamism as part of Vision 2030.