Almwellness Hotel Pierer

Opening of the new AlmAsia pop-up restaurant

Lovers of fusion cuisine can now look forward to a Styrian-Asian culinary concept on a higher level. An exquisite culinary fusion awaits visitors to the Almenland Nature Park, where the new AlmAsia pop-up restaurant at the Almwellness Hotel Pierer opened its doors on May 16. From now on, seven unusual courses will transport guests to the Far East - on the Alm.

Oasis for moments of pleasure from natural cuisine. The pop-up concept initiated by the Pierer hotelier family invites you on a culinary journey that combines classic ingredients such as Almenland beef tartare with modern Asian accents such as fermented celery, radicchio and yeast miso. Inspired by traditional Japanese cuisine, the menu offers an incomparable taste experience for lovers of fusion cuisine as well as discerning gourmets and cosmopolitan palates. For vegans, there are special creations that include meat-free alternatives such as tofu, wild garlic, yuzu elderberry, verbena and fermented tomato jam, which underline the diversity and innovative power of vegan cuisine. Under the creative direction of executive chef Lovro Balind, one of Rolling Pin's 100 Top Chefs 2023, the modern restaurant concept combines traditional elements of Alpine cuisine with the subtle nuances of Asia. Balind brings his impressive experience from previous positions, including at Haller's Geniesserhotel in Kleinwalsertal, to the table. "We wanted to create something new and innovative for our guests and are more than convinced by the Styrian-Asian concept. Lovro Balind and his kitchen team have also created a really exceptionally delicious menu", says Managing Director Franz Pierer enthusiastically.

Alpine pleasure at 1,237 m above sea level. Spacious retreat, idyllic place of power, place of warmth and cordiality - the Almwellness Hotel Pierer on the Teichalm is a place where body and soul are pampered. With a lot of dedication, tradition and vision, the family-run model business has developed from a small alpine inn to a 4-star superior hotel. With a 5,000 m² Almspa including alpine garden and natural pond, sauna area, infinity pool, numerous beauty and body treatments including alpine ritual and much more, visitors can immerse themselves in their own world of relaxation. Exceptional alpine delights from the Alminarium natural kitchen, prepared with the power of alpine herbs and accompanied by wines from the spectacular 6.5 m high wine vault, pamper the gourmet palate. The relaxing vacation is rounded off with alpine experiences in the fresh air and the extensive, included yoga and activity program. "Natural relaxation with the best of the alpine pasture - that is our motto. Tradition, zeitgeist and creativity as well as a cozy and authentic atmosphere are a matter close to our hearts. Our recipe for success: We love what we do", says Managing Director Alfred Pierer, describing the family's dedication to the hotel and its guests.

The Almwellness Hotel Pierer at a glance.

• Category: four-star superior
• Location at 1,237 meters above sea level, in the idyllic Almenland Nature Park on the Teichalm 
• Capacity: 89 rooms, including 21 suites
• Wellness: 5,000 square meter Almwellness area with water world, sauna landscape, alpine garden & Almstrand, spacious relaxation area
• Guest offer: daily changing activity program incl. yoga, fitness studio, numerous beauty treatments
• . Yoga, fitness studio, numerous beauty and spa treatments, alpine enjoyment with the Alminarium natural cuisine, spectacular wine vault, alpine boutique
• 135 employees, including 9 apprentices 
• Managing directors: Alfred and Franz Pierer

• Amuse-Gueule (onion | poke cheese | brioche | truffle | char | wild garlic | buckwheat | banana | ham | honey)
• Almtatar (tartare of Almenland beef | fermented celery | misoyeast | radicchio)
• Tamago (king oyster mushroom | ginger-dashi tea | cordyceps)
• Koji rice (beer | café | parmesan | corn | oyster mushrooms)
• Arctic char & Crab (alpine hay | tomkha | miso almond | lamb's lettuce | yuzu | green asparagus)
• Almsteak (steak from Almenland beef | cheese dumplings | black walnuts | truffles | white asparagus)
• Sorbet (cucumber | coconut)
• Avocado (mango | peas)

• Amuse-Gueule (Fermented mushrooms | seaweed | tomato | wild garlic | brioche | truffle | buckwheat | banana | tofu | honey)
• Strudel (Fermented beet | wasabi apple | ton buri)
• Tofu & Wild garlic (colorful tomatoes | elderberry | fermented tomato jam)
• Koji rice (beer | café | king oyster mushrooms | corn)
• Carrot & Cordyceps (fermented carrot | cordyceps | yeast miso sauce | red onion | wild garlic)
• White asparagus (vegi jus | panko | nori | vegan feta cheese)
• Sorbet (cucumber | coconut)
• Avocado (mango | peas)