Double Reinforcement for Ammolite: A New Sommelier and Manager Join Europa-Park’s Fine Dining Team

Ammolite – The Lighthouse Restaurant, one of Germany's leading fine-dining establishments, has strengthened its team with two experienced gastronomy professionals. From now on, Sascha Schmidt will serve as sommelier, and Lisa-Marie Schmidt will take on the role of restaurant manager at the Michelin two-starred and Gault&Millau three-red-hat-awarded restaurant located in the Europa-Park Resort.

The restaurant, in the lighthouse of the four-star superior hotel Bell Rock, has established itself as a cornerstone of German high-quality cooking over the past decade. Under the leadership of head chef Peter Hagen-Wiest, Ammolite is renowned for its culinary excellence, which is rooted in classic French cuisine but creatively and intricately reinterpreted.

A New Chapter for Ammolite

With the arrival of the Schmidt duo, Ammolite gains two outstanding professionals who have formerly worked at prestigious establishments such as Louis C. Jacob in Hamburg, as well as the two-starred restaurants bianc in Hamburg and Purs in Andernach. Lisa-Marie Schmidt brings her passion for gastronomy as the new restaurant manager, while Sascha Schmidt contributes his expertise as a sommelier.

“We warmly welcome the Schmidts to our team and look forward to developing our culinary offerings together with them,” emphasizes head chef Peter Hagen-Wiest. Guests can expect a newly inspired menu, top-notch service, and exquisite wine recommendations that will further enhance the culinary experience at Ammolite.

A Venue of Culinary Excellence

Ammolite – The Lighthouse Restaurant not only offers outstanding dishes, but also a well-thought-out concept focused on quality and sustainability. Peter Hagen-Wiest places great importance on the flavor and character of the ingredients used. Seasonal vegetables from the restaurant's own organic garden, as well as high-quality meat and fish, are integral to the cuisine.

In addition to the excellent gastronomy, the restaurant's wine cellar is another highlight, offering a carefully curated selection of wines from the region, across the country, and from international vineyards that perfectly complement the dining experience.

Background of the New Team Members

Sascha and Lisa-Marie Schmidt bring an impressive career in high-end gastronomy to the table. Both have worked at renowned establishments known for their excellence in the culinary world. Their experience and passion will elevate Ammolite – The Lighthouse Restaurant to a new level, providing guests with an even more intense and refined dining experience.

With this double reinforcement, Ammolite is making a clear statement for the future and reinforcing its position as one of Germany's top restaurants.

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