Chef Andreas Caminada – The Young Chef Conquering the Culinary World

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Andreas Caminada, the chef of Schauenstein is considered one of the best chefs – if not actually the best – in Switzerland. He has been showcasing his culinary talents in Schauenstein Restaurant. This establishment is strategically located in one of the many castles of Domleschg Valley. This is where he has been working for more than 6 years now. Over the last few years, the restaurant has ceased to become the well-kept secret of the area. The culinary artistry of Chef Caminada had brought the attention of the world this small restaurant. It actually takes months before one can secure a table reservation. Needless to say, you should definitely get a reservation now if you want to dine at Schauenstein this year.

It was actually in the year 2005 when Chef Caminada was brought to the attention of the culinary world. Gault Millau awarded him with the “Discovery of the Year” title. He was named the “Rising Star of the Year” in 2007 and was awarded the “Chef of the Year 2008” award. At such a young age, he was able to accumulate all these recognitions and accolades. In fact, he is the youngest chef to have been given the Chef of the Year title by this favorite food lovers’ guide. He got 18 points out of 20 last year for his dishes at his 24-seater restaurant.

As a chef, Caminada is fairly inventive and adventurous, exactly what you would expect from a young chef. However, he can’t be regarded as wild because he knows his culinary boundaries. He knows when to stick to a certain technique or method. He knows how to make sure that his creations will come out delicious and harmonious, with all the ingredients complimenting one another. It is rare to find dissatisfied guests. Often, guests would come of the restaurant marveling at his talents.

Chef Caminada’s climb to the top was fast. In fact, you can say that he zoomed right into the 67^th spot. Indeed, Schauenstein is the perfect place to show his talents. And what incredible talent he has! The restaurant has only been around for six years or so and he has already been able to place it atop the culinary world, appearing in the list along with El Bulli and Fat Duck. That is a huge achievement for this young Swiss chef. But before he and his partner, Sieglinde Zottmaier, discovered this perfect location for Schauenstein, he had already led a rather interesting career. He has worked chef jobs in some of Europe’s finest restaurants including Hotel Walserhof, Bareiss Restaurant and Wiesengrund. Chef Andreas Caminada is still a young chef, and he has more tricks up his sleeves.