Austrian Gastronomy Takes Centre Stage in Delhi with Michelin Chef Philipp Dyczek’s Chef’s Table

The sold-out dining experience, curated by Aperlux Group, precedes VINOFEST INDIA – Taste of Austria, which will bring 30 Austrian wineries to the capital this March.
The elegant dining room of Oko at The LaLit New Delhi was filled to capacity on Thursday evening as gourmands and members of the capital’s culinary fraternity gathered for an extraordinary Chef’s Table experience led by Michelin-starred Chef Philipp Dyczek of Artis Restaurant in Graz, Austria.

Chef Dyczek, widely regarded as one of Austria’s most exciting culinary talents, was joined by Chef Markus Neuhold, his colleague from Artis, to curate and execute the evening’s immersive culinary experience. Together, the chefs presented a menu reflecting Dyczek’s distinctive culinary philosophy: modern Austrian gastronomy refined through Japanese precision and classical French technique.

Chef Dyczek’s restaurant Artis has earned widespread recognition and multiple international accolades that includes 1 Michelin Star (2025) – the only Michelin-starred restaurant in Graz,  Three Toques (Hauben) – Gault & Millau,  top 50 Chefs in Austria & Best Restaurant in Graz – Schlemmer Atlas,  Three Forks – Falstaff Restaurant Guide and was  ranked No. 29 among the Top 100 Chefs – Rolling Pin. 

The meticulously curated dinner showcased Chef Dyczek’s refined culinary approach, pairing his dishes with expressive wines from Austria to create a sophisticated dialogue between cuisine and terroir.

The evening opened on a delicate and luxurious note with a Bluefin Tuna O-Toro Tartlet—silky tuna layered with white bean, basil and fresh wasabi in a crisp shell. The dish was elegantly paired with Grüner Veltliner Sekt from Szigeti, whose lively bubbles and bright acidity lifted the richness of the tuna.

Chef Dyczek’s menu then moved seamlessly through an exploration of textures and flavours. A golden King Crab Beignet, accented with pickled dill and parsley, was paired with Grüner Veltliner Rothenpüllen 2023, whose crisp minerality and citrus notes complemented the sweetness of the crab.

This was followed by a vibrant Hamachi Ceviche, brightened with tomato–pineapple vinaigrette, tarragon, daikon and lime caviar. The dish was paired with Grüner Veltliner Selection 2024 from Gebrüder Nittnaus, highlighting the grape’s signature freshness and subtle white-pepper complexity.

One of the evening’s most intriguing courses was the Japanese Chicken Chawanmushi, a delicate savoury custard layered with chicken, root vegetables, banana, cocoa and miso. Paired with Blanc de Blancs Sekt from Szigeti, the course beautifully illustrated Chef Dyczek’s ability to weave European ingredients into refined Japanese culinary traditions.

The seafood course featured Skrei and Red Snapper poached in brown butter, served with dashi beurre blanc, smoked pea, kombu oil and shiso. The layered umami flavours were complemented by Grüner Veltliner Langenlois Kamptal DAC 2024 from Weingut Nastl, whose structure and bright acidity balanced the richness of the dish.

A beautifully tender Suckling Pig with apple, pumpkin seeds and mustard followed, paired with Zweigelt Heideboden DAC 2023—a red wine whose ripe fruit, gentle spice and silky tannins added warmth and depth to the dish.

The evening concluded on a comforting yet elegant note with a light Topfen Soufflé, served with Riesling sabayon and vanilla ice cream—an indulgent finale reflecting the finesse of Austrian pastry traditions.

Among the distinguished guests were H.E. Dr. Robert Zischg, Ambassador of the Republic of Austria to India, Maria Bruckmayer, First Secretary at the Austrian Embassy, and Mr. Hans-Joerg Hoertnagl, Trade Commissioner – Advantage Austria, whose presence underscored the strong institutional support for promoting Austrian gastronomy and wine culture in India.

The dinner was organised and curated by Ramit Narang of Aperlux Group, with the support of Advantage Austria, as a prelude to VINOFEST INDIA – Taste of Austria, a landmark Austrian wine showcase scheduled to take place at the Austrian Embassy in New Delhi on March 28–29, 2026.

In its inaugural edition, VINOFEST INDIA – Taste of Austria will bring 30 Austrian wineries and their producers to India, marking one of the most significant Austrian wine delegations ever hosted in the country.

The two-day celebration will feature a trade-focused day on March 28, allowing Indian importers, distributors, hoteliers, sommeliers and hospitality professionals to engage directly with Austrian producers. March 29 will open to invited wine connoisseurs and enthusiasts, offering a rare opportunity to experience Austrian wines in an immersive cultural setting complemented by live performances and curated experiences.

If the enthusiastic response to Austrian wines at the Chef’s Table dinner at Oko is any indication, the country’s distinctive varietals—particularly Grüner Veltliner and Zweigelt—appear poised to make a lasting impression on India’s rapidly evolving fine-dining and premium wine landscape.