The home of traditional South Tyrol cuisine

Fresh, regional and sophisticated

Brixen is known for its family-run establishments, farms selling local specialities and chefs with an eye for detail. If you are wondering where to eat in the Dolomites, this charming city is the perfect answer. Guests can choose from numerous restaurants and mountain lodges, offering alpine cuisine, South Tyrol food and modern twists on traditional dishes. The region’s farmers, local producers and restaurant managers all work together incredibly closely, and the town plays host to a range of events and culinary festivals throughout the year to provide insights into its exceptional South Tyrol cuisine. With its variety of flavours and experiences, it is no wonder that many consider Brixen to offer the best food in the Dolomites. Food simply tastes better in Brixen!

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South Tyrolean Cuisine

ABOUT TRADITIONS AND NEW CREATIONS

Treasured Traditions

Young hosts, farmers and winemakers are breathing new life into the Törggelen harvest festival by serving traditional dishes with a modern flair. We visit three of them on a voyage of culinary discovery.

Hot stuff

They say Adelheid Kerschbaumer Raifer makes South Tyrol’s best Strauben, the traditional local funnel cakes. A visit to her farm in Verdings.

The dumplings are ready when they’re ready!

Antonia Fink, innkeeper at the traditional Fink inn in Brixen, on nettles from the forest, country-style cooking with a Mediterranean twist, and her discerning guests.

Of Inns and Stars

From starred cuisine to farmer’s inns, in and around Brixen, an exciting culinary culture is prospering, which honours tradition while also trying new things.

Culinary Highlights