Quality in Our Restaurants

At the Badia Hill Bistro and our gourmet restaurant, Porcino, the quality of ingredients is our top priority. We believe each dish should tell a story—one that reflects the surrounding region and the local excellence that defines it. That’s why we’ve chosen to include Wagyu beef from Oberweidacherhof in our menu, a rare and prized product that aligns perfectly with our standards of excellence and culinary philosophy.

Oberweidacherhof: A South Tyrolean Excellence

The Oberweidacherhof farm, run by the Rottensteiner family, boasts a long tradition of cattle breeding, enriched in recent years by the introduction of Wagyu cattle in 2012. Their passion for this unique meat and dedication to quality led to the birth of their first purebred Wagyu calf in February 2014. Since then, the farm has continued to grow, always with the goal of producing the highest quality beef.

Oberweidacherhof’s approach is rooted in natural and humane farming practices. Wagyu cows graze freely during summer in alpine meadows at 1300 meters, while in winter they are kept in spacious barns on straw bedding, without the use of antibiotics or hormones. This approach not only ensures animal welfare but also contributes to the superior quality of the meat. The animals’ diet is carefully curated: they are fed high-quality mountain hay and grains enriched with grape pomace, brewer’s yeast, and flaxseed, ingredients that promote optimal marbling in the meat.

A Product Unlike Any Other

Wagyu beef is renowned worldwide for its marbling, fine veins of intramuscular fat that make the meat incredibly tender and flavorful. This fat, rich in omega-3 and omega-6, is healthy and gives the meat a distinctive taste. At Oberweidacherhof, only purebred Wagyu cattle (100% fullblood) are raised, sourced from the finest genetic lines of the Japanese Black variety, known for its exceptional marbling.

Wagyu on Our Menu: Versatility and Innovation

In our restaurants, Chef Marco Verginer fully explores the potential of this unique meat. Oberweidacherhof Wagyu is not just an ingredient; it’s a true culinary experience, which we offer in various preparations to suit every palate. Our tasting menu showcases the versatility of this meat: you’ll find Wagyu in different cuts, textures, and flavors, always aiming to enhance its inherent qualities. Each dish is designed to celebrate the tenderness and depth of Wagyu, taking our guests on a journey through the most authentic flavors of our region.

Why Choose South Tyrolean Wagyu from Oberweidacherhof?

Choosing Oberweidacherhof Wagyu means selecting exceptional beef produced through sustainable and traditional methods. It means supporting a farm that has embraced innovation within tradition, carefully selecting each animal to offer only the best. In our restaurant, we’ve chosen to incorporate this local excellence to provide our guests with a rare and special product, capable of elevating the culinary experience to a level of absolute excellence.

Learn more about Oberweidacherhof Wagyu or book a table to taste this extraordinary meat at our Badia Hill Bistro or the gourmet Porcino restaurant.

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