Autumn Flavours Above the Rooftops of Lucerne

The New Autumn Menu at Scala Restaurant Celebrates Seasonal Ingredients, Alpine Flavours and the Culinary Signature of Johan Breedijk

As the leaves turn golden, morning mist drifts across Lake Lucerne and the city is bathed in warm autumn light, one of the most enjoyable seasons of the year begins. At Art Deco Hotel Montana, autumn is all about seasonal ingredients, rich flavours and culinary creativity.

With the new autumn à la carte menu, Head Chef Johan Breedijk invites guests to discover the tastes of the season while enjoying spectacular views over Lake Lucerne, the city and the surrounding mountains. 

When Autumn Arrives on the Plate

Few seasons offer such an abundance of exceptional ingredients as autumn. Pumpkin, chestnuts, wild mushrooms, game, red cabbage, pears and blackberries all play leading roles on this year's menu. 

The starters already showcase the creativity of the kitchen. Highlights include duck breast with duck liver parfait, cranberries and red cabbage, smoked char with horseradish and mandarin, and a Robiola cheesecake with pumpkin, sea buckthorn and sage. 

The result is a menu that combines seasonal comfort with contemporary elegance.

Johan Breedijk's Signature Style

For many years, Johan Breedijk has been known for combining Mediterranean influences with premium seasonal ingredients. The new autumn menu perfectly reflects this philosophy. 

Guests can enjoy homemade fig and ricotta ravioli with porcini mushrooms and pistachio pecorino, saffron spaghetti with lobster bisque and cherry tomatoes, or pumpkin risotto with stracciatella and artichokes. 

Each dish balances familiar autumn flavours with innovative combinations, creating a dining experience that is both comforting and surprising.

Game Season at Scala Restaurant

For many food lovers, autumn simply would not be complete without game dishes. The new menu celebrates this tradition with refined seasonal creations.

The saddle of venison with celery cream, red wine pear, chestnuts and bacon Brussels sprouts is a true highlight of the season. Guests can also enjoy traditional Swiss-style venison ragout served with lingonberries, wild mushrooms, red cabbage and homemade Spätzle. 

Other autumn favourites include Black Angus beef fillet with pumpkin, blackberries and hazelnuts, as well as Central Swiss veal with almond crust, Jerusalem artichoke cream and chestnut potato gratin.

These dishes celebrate the richness and diversity of autumn while showcasing the kitchen's dedication to quality ingredients and refined preparation.

Seasonal Delights for Vegetarian and Vegan Guests

Autumn at Scala is not only for lovers of game and meat. The menu also features creative vegetarian and vegan dishes that place seasonal produce centre stage.

Highlights include glazed eggplant with polenta and gooseberries, as well as roasted pumpkin with artichokes, black garlic, porcini mushrooms and hazelnut jus. 

These dishes demonstrate how exciting and sophisticated plant-based autumn cuisine can be.

A Sweet Celebration of the Season

No autumn menu would be complete without seasonal desserts.

Guests can look forward to creations such as cinnamon blossom with plums, chocolate and honey, a duo of chocolate with coffee and pear, and chestnut crème brûlée with meringue, chocolate and port wine grapes. 

These desserts capture the warmth and indulgence of autumn and provide the perfect finale to an unforgettable dinner.

Dining with a View

While the cuisine is undoubtedly the star of the show, the setting makes the experience truly unique.

As autumn colours transform the landscape and the evening sun reflects across Lake Lucerne, guests can enjoy award-winning cuisine with one of the most spectacular views in Central Switzerland.

It is this combination of atmosphere, hospitality and gastronomy that makes autumn at Scala Restaurant so special.

Conclusion: The Most Enjoyable Season of the Year

The new autumn menu at Scala Restaurant beautifully demonstrates the richness of the season. Featuring regional ingredients, creative flavour combinations and the unmistakable culinary signature of Johan Breedijk, it offers an experience that perfectly reflects autumn in Lucerne. 

For anyone looking to experience the season at its most delicious, Art Deco Hotel Montana provides the perfect setting: breathtaking views, exceptional hospitality and a menu that celebrates autumn in every bite.

🔗 Reserve your table at Scala Restaurant and discover the flavours of autumn for yourself.