i. Biography
Johannes Wuhrer works the kitchen at Falconera in Öhningen, Germany, where the restaurant in Öhningen-Schienen is run as a classic family business. In that setting, Chef de cuisine is not just a title: Wuhrer is described as both the thinker and the driver of the house, the person shaping the pace of service and the tone of the room. The work reads as a single line from pass to dining room, with focus in the kitchen and a calm, attentive presence at the table.
The Path
At Falconera, the titles Head Chef, Executive Chef, and Head Chef & Gastgeber point to a role that moves between command and hospitality. With Johannes Wuhrer in those posts, the kitchen and the room are treated as part of the same operation: one side sets the structure of the meal, the other carries it to the guest. That split responsibility gives Falconera its character, with precision on the plate and a host’s care in the dining room.
The Work Today
A family-run house depends on continuity, and Wuhrer is described as part of that leadership rather than apart from it. His cooking is Karamellisierte Entenleber, a recurring signature he returns to instead of replacing it with novelty. That choice says enough about the method: refinement over noise, and the willingness to let a dish mature through repetition. The seasonal tasting menu also includes NANTAISER ENTE as a duck course, extending that focus across the menu rather than isolating it in a single plate. Together, those dishes show a kitchen built around a small set of ideas, worked carefully and kept in circulation. The result is a style that values clarity, restraint, and the slow tightening of a signature.
Signature
Johannes's signature dishes include Karamellisierte Entenleber and NANTAISER ENTE. Both sit at the center of his work at Falconera, where they shape the restaurant’s identity and show a measured approach to the craft.
Profile updated August 2026
FAQ
Asked of Johannes
What is Johannes Wuhrer's current role?
As of 2026, Johannes Wuhrer is Chef de cuisine.
What recognition has Johannes Wuhrer received?
Michelin one-star recognition for Falconera (2024).
