Plantmade

Vienna-based start-up and-less is revolutionizing commercial kitchens with a simple but ingenious reusable idea: Sustainability in the hospitality industry doesn’t start with the guest’s plate – it often starts much earlier, behind the scenes. One example of this is communal catering: every day, thousands of meals are delivered to schools, nursing homes, and canteens in disposable containers, which end up in the trash immediately after being emptied. Barely visible to the public, this creates a mountain of waste that, according to and-less, is equivalent to the area of around 181 soccer fields every year.

Less alcohol, more flavor, maximum relevance: No & Low is no longer just a sensible compromise, but the most exciting development on the beverage menu. From fermented super drinks to sparkling luxury alternatives – what is emerging here is a new self-image of enjoyment. For the hospitality industry, this means new target groups, new added value, and new opportunities.

From Japan to Vienna: Oak 107 in the 6th district is Vienna’s only Kobe restaurant and one of Austria’s top addresses for fine steaks and exceptional cuts. Selected by Japanese cattle breeder Muneharu Ozaki himself, Oak 107 has been serving his exclusive meat since mid-October. This is an honor bestowed on only a few restaurants in Europe—including renowned establishments in Munich, Amsterdam, and Barcelona—and makes Oak 107 in Vienna a real hotspot.