Revolution in Carinthia's gastronomy: from the tavern to the world of experience!

Revolution in Carinthia's gastronomy: from the tavern to the world of experience!

Gastronomy in Carinthia stands dramatically changing times. More and more traditional inns and family businesses have to give up, while fast food bars and gastro chains are growing in the region. According to orf.at , the number of restaurants has dropped from over 4,000 in the past ten years to only 3,591. The traditional inns are particularly affected, the number of which has fallen from 744 to 547. The dramatic decline of over 26 percent in these companies makes it clear that new concepts are required to survive in the difficult market.

An outstanding example of the change is the tavern Gelter in Goggerwenig near St. Veit, which was converted into the "geman" after 30 years. The host family now offers over 400 regional products in its gourmet shop. When asked why they dared to take this brave step, Christian Gelter said that the acute lack of personnel and the challenging economic situation in the catering were decisive. "It has just become really difficult lately to get high -quality employees," said Gelter. They also reduced the card; There are only five standard dishes and two daily dishes on the menu. Mushtag.at provides further information on geman, including opening times and contact details.

a call for innovation

On the day of the hosts in Velden, it was discussed how the gastronomy in Carinthia can be made more attractive again. Innovation expert Maximilian Lude encouraged the host to adapt to new experiences for the guests. Technologies such as apps and digital travel guides could help to address younger guests. The trend goes away from traditional corporate brands to a stronger focus on the personality of the hosts themselves. Support from politics, such as less bureaucracy and incentives for students and pensioners who work in the industry, is also required.