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A modern place of power for families, surrounded by majestic mountains. On daily schedule:plenty of fun, games and free development!

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A small and very fine world of flavours at the Feuerstein Nature Family Resort where you can truly experience the love of cooking and creating.

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Dolce Vita in the Alps: The LaMonte Bistro in Kitzbühel delights with culinary compositions combined with an Alpine-Mediterranean lifestyle.

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Aesthetics and fine living right next to the Hahnenkamm cable car: enjoy a luxurious holiday in our tasteful and sophisticated apartments.

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High-quality holiday apartments with wellness area, pool and breakfast service directly at the ski and hiking area Ladurns – perfect for nature lovers.

Andrea Moccia at Artifex

Andrea Moccia
our culinary guide

From Vesuvius to Tribulaun

how Andrea Moccia found his way to Feuerstein

Before Andrea Moccia helped shape the cuisine at the gourmet restaurant Artifex and Feuerstein, he was head chef at the renowned Grainbaita in Val Gardena. The native Neapolitan has been living in South Tyrol for over 20 years – and has not only found his adopted home here, but also a place where his values fall on fertile ground: respect for the product, love for family and a deep awareness of sustainable cooking.

Andrea Moccia preparing a dessert

Mediterranean soul, Alpine clarity

Andrea comes from Naples – his roots run deep in the culinary culture of southern Italy. That is where he learned his craft: light, aromatic, pure. Inspired by the sea, the rhythm of nature and the patience that good cuisine requires. He carries this heritage with him to this day in every movement, every reduction, every plate.

In South Tyrol, Andrea has found his culinary language – one that combines Mediterranean warmth with Alpine clarity. His cuisine is refined and understated, focusing on the essentials and playing with contrasts without being loud. Whenever possible, the ingredients are sourced locally – fresh, seasonal and responsibly chosen.

Andrea Moccia at Artifex

A place that exudes attitude

What Andrea particularly associates with Feuerstein is more than just taste. It is an attitude: family is the focus. Quality is not a trend, but a conviction. And sustainability begins with the decision of how to treat a product. As a father of two, Andrea knows how important it is to create a place where people can come together – at the table, in conversation, in enjoyment. That's why he came up with the unique idea of offering a family evening at the gourmet restaurant.

At Artifex, Andrea lives this philosophy with dedication, clarity and a lot of heart. His dishes tell of origin and craftsmanship, of conviction and encounter – and of the quiet joy when everything comes together.

‘At Artifex, I live my philosophy: with dedication, clarity and a lot of heart. My dishes tell the story of my origins, my craft, my convictions and encounters – and the quiet joy when everything comes together.’

Andrea Moccia
Head Chef
Andrea Moccia

3 questions for head chef Andrea Moccia

Why did you become a chef? What does cooking mean to you?

"I started cooking with my aunts at an early age and ventured into my first experiments. It was with them that I developed my passion. For me, cooking is both an escape and a source of satisfaction – especially when guests appreciate my dishes. Responsibility came step by step, but I never feel like I've “arrived”: I always want to keep learning and discovering new things."

What role do your southern Italian roots play?

‘I have retained a love of strong flavours and authentic ingredients. In South Tyrol, I learned to think seasonally and work with what I have available. At the same time, I am inspired by the variety of flowers, herbs, mushrooms and fruits in spring and summer.’

What defines your philosophy – “culinary clarity” and “respect for originality”?

‘I present ingredients as authentically as possible and focus on regionality, sustainability and seasonality. Where it makes sense, I supplement regional products with selected ingredients from all over the world. Guests experience this purism in clear combinations that pay homage to nature.’

Beautifully presented dish at Artifex
Schön präsentiertes Gericht im Artifex
Beautifully presented dish at Artifex