For many years, Hotel Olymp Munich supported the non-profit project “Europa Miniköche”—a project that introduced children aged 9 to 12 to the world of gastronomy in a playful way. We are proud to have been part of this initiative, which combined educational value, the joy of cooking, and insights into skilled trades in the hospitality industry.
“Europa Miniköche” has existed for more than 35 years and, over a period of more than 12 years, inspired numerous children in Eching. In monthly workshops, participants learned everything from cooking techniques and nutrition to hands-on gardening in their own “Miniköche garden”. Regionality, seasonality, and environmental protection were always at the forefront.
From the very beginning, our hotel provided staff, premises, and materials to give the children a holistic insight into the hotel industry. Under the guidance of Ms Christiane Jenkins (nutrition specialist) and Mr Christopher Riemensperger (General Manager), the children also experienced visits to bakeries, fisheries, and agricultural businesses to learn the basics of good nutrition first-hand.
The two-year programme was rounded off with a final trip and a festive event at which the Miniköche proudly presented to their families what they had learned.
