Star chef of tomorrow?

Former ski star talks about career plans for the next generation

Michael Walchhofer (left) with Christof Schernthaner(Bild: Hölzl Roland)

The fifth edition of the "Festival of Alpine Cuisine" in Zell am See once again provided space for culinary discussions on Monday. An ex-skiing star revealed his nephews' ambitious plans to the "Krone".

Andreas Döllerer only needed one ingredient to wow the audience at the "Festival of Alpine Cuisine" in Zell am See on Monday: White cabbage.

The top chef used the local vegetable in various ways, including in a cabbage cream and beurre blanc. "When I was a young chef, we were taught that French products are the best. For example, truffles, caviar and the like. Thankfully, things are different for the younger generation today. They also recognize the value of local produce," says Döllerer.

Andreas Döllerer with his son Leopold(Bild: Hölzl Roland)

Son Leopold Döllerer (16) agreed and showed his dad on Monday how many different ways you can cook delicious food with just one ingredient.

Former ski star and now hotelier Michael Walchhofer  also focused on the topic of young talent: "My two nephews are also chefs. I'm pleased to see that many young and motivated people want to get back into this industry at the moment."

Rudi and Karl Obauer also dropped by(Bild: Hölzl Roland)

The generational talk with Franziska Zopf and Dominik Edlinger from Seesushi, among others, delved deeper into the topic. The talks were also attended by Trumer boss Seppi Sigl and restaurateur Aaron Priewasser from the Genusskrämerei Hallein. Afterwards, the informal networking continued in a relaxed atmosphere.