This is expected in October 2024 »Restaurant Ikarus« in »Hangar-7« a very special culinary guest: Thomas Schanzone of the most outstanding chefs in Germanywill take over the kitchen for a month. With his creative, modern interpretation of French high cuisine and an impressive list of awards, Schanz brings a extraordinary pleasure trip from Rhineland-Palatinate to Salzburg.
The rise of an exceptional talent
Thomas Schanz’s roots in gastronomy run deep: Growing up in a winemaking family on the Moselle, where his parents ran a small hotel, he decided early on to go into the hotel industry and initially completed one Training as a hotel specialist. But it was the cuisine that really captivated him. After one Cooking apprenticeship at the renowned “Hotel Traube Tonbach” in Baiersbronn (Baden-Württemberg) followed Stations with the three-star chefs Klaus Erfort in Saarbrücken and Helmut Thalteges in Dreis, where he further refined his technical skills.
In 2011 Thomas Schanz returned to his homeland to Parents’ business in Piesport on the Moselle to take over and under the name »schanz. restaurant. hotel.« to lead into a new era. The first Michelin star followed in 2012, and since then things have only gone up for the restaurant. Today the “schanz” counts. restaurant.« to the best addresses in Germany: Mit three Michelin stars and top ratings Thomas Schanz has reached the top of all major restaurant guides.
Schanz’ philosophy: A harmonious balance between tradition and modernity
Despite his outstanding successes, Thomas Schanz always remained down to earth. His restaurant is still a Family businesswhere generations work together with passion. His cuisine stands out flavorful, light menus that cleverly combine tradition and modernity. Particularly Herbs and essences play a central role in his dishes – they emphasize the main ingredients without covering them up.
Schanz shows one when creating his menus admirable combination security and perfection in executionwhile still maintaining a playful lightness. Without being influenced by short-lived trends, he remains true to his philosophy: classic French cuisine new and unconventional to interpret.
Culinary highlights in Hangar-7
In October 2024, Thomas Schanz will bring his extraordinary creations to the “Restaurant Ikarus”. Guests can look forward to a menu that impresses with both its lightness and the complexity of its flavors. The highlights include:
- Gratteciel from the goose liver – a heavenly delight for lovers of fine French cuisine.
- Wild sea bream rosé with sorrel and Kaviari Kristal Kaviar – a dish that combines the freshness of the sea with the earthy flavors of sorrel.
- Ballotine from the house chick with white truffle from Alba – a highlight that harmoniously combines the most precious ingredients of the season.
These culinary masterpieces make October a must-see for foodies who want to experience Thomas Schanz’s extraordinary cuisine.
A unique experience in “Hangar-7”
With Thomas Schanz, the “Restaurant Ikarus” welcomes another World-class star chef. His unique way of interpreting classic French cuisine in a modern, light and aromatic way will delight guests at “Hangar-7”.
