i. Biography
At a Glance - Role: chef and patron, 2005–present. - City: Leipzig. - Cuisine note: “Typical characteristic features of my cuisine, our cuisine at Falco, are definitely components that are sometimes very unusual. We work less classically in terms of our approach.”
In Their Words At Falco, the line of work is framed by a deliberate break with convention. Peter Maria Schnurr describes the kitchen there in direct terms: “We have completely broken free here at Falco.” The emphasis is not on classic structure, but on components that can run unusual, with the approach kept less classical by design. Seasonal menu building also carries personal markers. One house classic appears from April to September: “The house classic that we offer from April to September is the dish that I dedicated to my daughter for her birth in 2006.”
Recognition
Peter Maria Schnurr has received Michelin Guide, 2 Michelin stars.
Profile updated July 2026
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What is Peter Maria Schnurr known for?
He is known for leading Falco as chef and patron since 2005.
Where does Peter Maria Schnurr work?
He works in Leipzig.
Who is Peter Maria Schnurr?
A chef and patron whose stated cuisine uses unusual components and works less classically.
