Schnitzel scandal: XXXLutz strokes the popular dish out of the map!

Schnitzel scandal: XXXLutz strokes the popular dish out of the map!

From May 15th of this year, the menu of the XXXLutz furniture store chain in Austria will change. What does that mean specifically for the guests? The previously popular schnitzel offer for only 4.50 euros is canceled. Instead, there is a new schnitzel that costs 9.90 euros. A vegetarian variant is also offered. Particularly interesting: On Wednesdays there is the schnitzel for 7.90 euros, which will certainly put a smile on the face of many schnitzel lovers. But why this decision? According to [merkur.de] (https://www.merkur.de/verzusner/schnitzel-aenderung-in-oesterreich-moebelhaus-bislieb-bebot-bot- der sortiment- 93814717.html) could be deleted with a switch to regional cuisine.

With the change, XXXLutz also goes new ways in the identification of origin. Around 90% of the food offered will come from Austria in the future. In order to make this understandable for the guests, the origin of the food is identified directly on the menu. Andreas Haderer, Managing Director of XXXLutz catering, emphasizes the importance of this labeling. A QR code even enables guests to access the origin of the products used in real time. Such transparency should help guests make informed decisions about their consumption.

identification of origin and new regulations

The identification identification has become more important in recent years. According to information from the Federal Ministry of Food and Agriculture, it is now a mandatory to indicate the origin of fresh, cooled or frozen meat. From the beginning of 2024, this obligation will also be extended to unpacked meat, which means that clear origin information must also be provided with the butcher or at the weekly market.

This particularly affects meat varieties such as pig, sheep and poultry meat. The statement where the animal was raised and slaughtered is essential to enable consumers a transparent purchase decision. Comprehensive information about the origin of ingredients in gastronomy also plays a role here. An analysis has shown that it is often difficult for consumers to get information, especially in community catering.

A look into the future

The changes in XXXLutz are a sign of the increasing importance of identification of origin. The gastronomy does not have the same labeling requirement as large kitchens, but the efforts of the EU to extend the identification of origin to further food could soon have an impact. According to [associated] (https://www.verusverushergesundheit.gv.at/feensmittel/kenne deskunge/faq_nat_Hearkunction.html) the catering area is increasingly asked to ensure transparency.

The return of the popular action schnitzel remains a big question mark. Andreas Haderer states that a return is conceivable, but not at the previous prices. So we can be excited to see how the situation will develop and whether the new offers arrive at the guests.