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Research underway in a vegetable lab on Swabian Alps: exploring organic starch production

Chef Simon Tress oversees a high-end eatery equipped with a vegetable laboratory in Hayingen, innovatively focusing on minimizing food waste through his research efforts.

Vegetable lab in the Swabian Alps: conducting organic starch experiments
Vegetable lab in the Swabian Alps: conducting organic starch experiments

Research underway in a vegetable lab on Swabian Alps: exploring organic starch production

In the picturesque town of Hayingen-Ehestetten, Germany, a culinary revolution is taking place. At the heart of this revolution is Simon Tress, an organic Michelin-starred chef who runs the fine dining restaurant "1950".

Tress's commitment to sustainability is evident in every dish served at "1950". All ingredients used in the restaurant are locally grown, with produce sourced within a 25 km radius. This approach ensures that the food is fresh, flavourful, and has minimal carbon footprint.

But Tress's dedication to sustainability doesn't stop at the plate. He also runs a vegetable lab, aptly named the "Gemüselabor", as part of his Demeter-certified and organic agriculture efforts. This lab is associated with his own Demeter-certified vegetable fields, which provide the fresh, local produce for his fine dining menu.

The vegetable lab is focused on finding new ways to use vegetables in a sustainable manner. Tress is exploring questions about repurposing carrots and making the kitchen more sustainable. The research extends from the leaf to the root of various vegetables, with the aim of making the kitchen more environmentally friendly.

Tress's vegetable lab is also dedicated to reducing food waste. He is constantly researching ways to use every part of the vegetable, ensuring that nothing goes to waste.

This commitment to sustainability has earned Tress the title of the first organic chef with a Michelin star in Germany. His restaurant, "1950", is a testament to the fact that fine dining can be both delicious and eco-friendly.

So, the next time you're in Hayingen-Ehestetten, be sure to visit "1950" for a dining experience that is not only delicious but also kind to the planet.

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