Grief for Heinz Horrmann: Culinary icon dies surprisingly in sleep

Grief for Heinz Horrmann: Culinary icon dies surprisingly in sleep

Heinz Horrmann, a respected hotel and restaurant critic and juror in the popular VOX program "Grill den Henssler", died unexpectedly at the age of 82. His wife Regine Horrmann found him lifeless after going to bed early on the night of June 19, 2023 in Berlin and previously only complained about general discomfort. The emergency doctor could only determine the death that was confirmed by his wife. Many companions and fans are shaken by this message, as vienna.at reported.

Horrmann made a name for himself as a critical and pointed gastro expert, which accompanied the gastronomy with top findings and great expertise. With over 38 published books about hotels and restaurants, he leaves a significant literary heritage. He received numerous awards, including the Federal Cross of Merit in the gang. From 2007 to 2013 he was a juror in the Kocharena and the Henssler in Grill until 2016. Reiner Calmund, a long-time companion, commented on and reminded of the joint appearances in the TV kitchen, describing Horrmann as an enrichment for the industry with "pointed tongue" and high specialist knowledge.

life path and career

Heinz Horrmann was born in Düren, North Rhine-Westphalia, and began his career as a journalist, among other things for renowned media such as the "Bild" and the "Welt". His knowledge and opinions on culinary topics were recognized in various specialist journals of the catering area. After retiring from public life three years ago, he had wished for a cremation in a dark blue urn with gold rim. The burial should take place in the Cologne Melaten cemetery within the next six weeks, such as SPIEGEL.de

influence and legacy

With his death, the gastronomy loses a real connoisseur, the judgment of which was often estimated. The reactions to his loss are numerous. Steffen Henssler expressed his grief about the loss of a friend in an emotional Instagram post. Heinz Horrmann's influence on the gastronomy scene and the media press will be remembered, as will his charismatic way to entertain the viewers in numerous cooking formats.