Erwin Cooks

About The Show

Emmy® award winning ErwinCooks takes a fresh look at German/Central European cuisine and its profound influence on the American palate.

Chef Erwin Schröttner's neo-traditional approach updates these culinary delights. Beer/Wine/Schnapps included.

Erwin in his natural element - The studio kitchen

Discussing Riesling and soil with meaghan frank in the finger lakes, NY

A visit with rosie at a bio-dynamic farm in dachstein, Austria

A great dessert (salzburger knockerl) Deserves a great wine

Erwin's grandmother's Goulash served with a side of handmade Spätzle

concept

German/American Food - Traditional and Modern

ErwinCooks updates your grandmother's cooking; combining the essence of traditional dishes while embracing modern techniques in the kitchen.  

Home and abroad

Travel

Erwin travels throughout Germany, the Alps and Central Europe to taste and cook its varied cuisine. He also travels throughout the U.S. to highlight the Immigrant experience and the culinary influence this food has had on our culture.

Pairings galore

Beer, Wine and Schnapps

Beer, Wine and Schnapps are all part of the German and German-American tradition. ErwinCooks will focus on all aspects of Brewing and Wine Making, while also reintroducing the beauty of great Schnapps.

Partnerships

We are proud to acknowledge our partners in making ErwinCooks possible.

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