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Fine dining

The finest dishes at upmarket prices, perfect service and an elegant atmosphere - that's fine dining! But is this concept only reserved for haute cuisine? How exactly is this dining culture defined and what is casual fine dining?

Fine Dining: Eleganter Tisch mit Wein und Gourmetgerichten

What is fine dining?

In common parlance, fine dining stands for upscale cuisine. However, fine dining does not only refer to sophisticated gastronomy. Fine dining is about three essential factors:

Food

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Pickled, smoked, cured, baked, matured and fermented - fine dining restaurants serve up everything fine cuisine has to offer. Guests can enjoy the finest dishes, usually in special menus. The use of unusual foods and luxury products is not uncommon. Of course, this is also reflected in the prices - fine dining is not for everyone.

Quality and sustainability of ingredients

Fine dining attaches great importance to using high-quality, regional and seasonal ingredients. This philosophy ensures that the food not only tastes great, but is also sustainable and environmentally conscious.

Service

Fine dining combines sophisticated cuisine with full service. For the waiters and waitresses, attentiveness and excellent service are paramount - as they are for the guests. Trained and appropriately dressed staff pamper guests according to all the rules of the art of service. Serving from the right side is just as much a part of perfect service as setting the table with precision.

Location & ambience

High-quality materials and stylish furnishings: fine dining restaurants present the elegance of the food not only on the plate, but also in the interior. Elegant design and a tranquil ambience invite you to take a break from everyday life and indulge in culinary and gastronomic delights for a few hours.

Perfectly coordinated food and drink combinations

At fine dining, food and drinks are carefully matched to offer a harmonious taste experience. From the aperitif to the digestif - every detail is considered.

Did you know?

Fine dining restaurants are sometimes referred to as "white-tablecloth restaurants", because people imagine finely laid tables with white tablecloths. Today, however, white tablecloths are no longer a must in upscale restaurants.

The fine dining guest

Fine Dining Restaurant: gedeckter Tisch mit weißer Tischdecke

Fine dining appeals to the type of guest who is looking for a nice mix of class and ambience in their culinary experience. They are also prepared to pay higher prices for this. Fine dining restaurants are also particularly popular for special occasions such as birthdays or anniversaries.

An unforgettable experience for special occasions

Fine dining is more than just a meal - it's an experience. Whether for birthdays, anniversaries or special celebrations - Fine dining offers the perfect setting to create unforgettable moments.

Which gastronomy is suitable for fine dining?

Fine dining is no longer only found in haute cuisine and Michelin-starred restaurants. Normal restaurants with a claim to better food in the full-service sector also fall into this category. Guests can also experience fine dining in restaurants without a star. Of course, the basic requirements for fine dining should be met: Are you a classic, elegant establishment? Do you have a stylish and elegantly furnished restaurant with a great ambience and excellent cuisine? Then you can establish yourself as a fine dining restaurant in the long term. If your restaurant is more hip and casual, then you will have difficulties communicating fine dining credibly. Fine dining also doesn't fit in with classic Italian, Indian or Greek restaurants, bistros, pubs or snack bars.

Visual aesthetics and presentation of the food

The visual presentation of the food plays a decisive role in fine dining. Artfully arranged plates and elaborate decorations contribute to the overall experience and turn the meal into a feast for all the senses.

Our tip

Not aiming for a fine dining restaurant, but want to add variety to your gastronomic concept? Then why not offer a fine dining evening where you can explore haute cuisine and upscale service. Your guests will certainly enjoy the upscale evening!

Exclusive atmosphere and private dining experiences

Fine dining restaurants offer an exclusive atmosphere that is perfect for private dinners and special occasions. Individual menus and personalized service guarantee an unforgettable experience.

What does the service staff wear in a fine dining restaurant?

Stylish, elegant, classic - these should be the guidelines for service clothing and chef clothing! The same applies to the guests' clothing.

Classic black and dignified white go perfectly with fine dining. A waiter in a black suit with vest and bow tie exudes the class, seriousness and sophistication that your guests expect from a fine dining restaurant.

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The counter-concept: casual fine dining

A veritable arms race is taking place in top gastronomy: New, unusual creations and techniques are designed to make the fine dining experience even more luxurious and exciting. This is sometimes costly and is reflected in the prices. Guests who want to enjoy fine dining are therefore often reluctant to try it.

Casual Fine Dining Restaurant: modern eingerichtet & im American Diner Stil

This is why alternatives to fine dining have already established themselves. The counter-concept of fine dining appeals to guests who are looking for great enjoyment, but at a reasonable price. Casual fine dining, or casual dining for short, has become increasingly popular in recent years. All over the world, there are examples of successful casual fine dining concepts - each more colorful than the last.

Culinary delights and excellent cuisine are also the focus of casual fine dining. However, the service, ambience and guests differ from classic fine dining. The restaurateurs work with reduced means and almost completely dispense with luxury: stylish, nostalgic or urban furnishings, plus an informal and relaxed atmosphere. The furniture tends to be a little more rustic and the service staff appear casual and approachable. Casual dining restaurants are the perfect place to meet friends and family and enjoy fine dining!

Our tip

Whether fine dining or casual dining - you will also find suitable tableware at LUSINI!